San Antonio Travel Blog

Because San Antonio is an area with a broad range of historical and vibrant places to visit, finding a tour guide is a good way to take in as much as possible when visiting the city. From up in the air to on the water, San Antonio specializes in guided tours. Alamo Helicopter Tours offers a different...

The hardest thing about visiting San Antonio is finding the time to do everything the city has to offer. The San Antonio River Walk alone can keep anyone busy for days with outdoor dining, museums, entertainment, outdoor art and shopping. Quaint pathways twist along with the river, which sits one story...

  1. Rio San Antonio Cruises This Company offers tours on riverboats down the San Antonio river, straight through town. Relax on the water during this 40 minutes tour of the Riverwalk. A great option if your legs are tired and you are looking to learn more about the area.   2. Alamo Sightseeing Tours Alamo...

1. Main Plaza Located right downtown, this recently restored area includes a bevy of water fountains, strolling sidewalks, picnic tables, and shady trees in the city center. Take a break from your sight-seeing to people watch or have a picnic during the afternoon. 2. Riverwalk, aka Paseo del Rio Right...

The Alamo Probably the most popular destination in San Antonio, the Alamo museum showcases nearly 300 years of Texas history, including extensive exhibits concerning the battle that took place on its very soil on March 6, 1836. The Institute of Texan Cultures Also called the National Museum of Texas,...

With so many Mexican restaurants to choose from, it’s hard to pick the best. Here’s our Top 10: 1 ) La Jaiba Shrimp House: Known for its savory and spicy seafood dishes, this Mexican restaurant serves up some of the best shrimp dishes in the city. If you’re not feeling like a taste...

San Antonio has many delicious places to eat, but if Italian food is what you’re after, here’s where you should go: Paesanos Known for fresh ingredients and its signature dish, Shrimp Paesano, this dressy Italian restaurant serves classic dishes to the who’s who of San Antonio. With...

The Alamo Originally a home to missionaries and their congregations, the Alamo is most famous for the battle that took place in 1836 between General Santa Anna and the Texans and Tejanos who defended the fort. The Alamo is open to visitors Monday – Saturday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM, and on Sundays, 10...