This courthouse in the heart of San Antonio is the largest and oldest continuously operated historic courthouse in Texas. The sandstone Romanesque revival-style building is on the National Register of Historic Places and a highlight of walking tours through downtown San Antonio—it also houses Bexar Heritage Center, a museum dedicated to the county's history.
The Alamodome is a multipurpose stadium that hosts conventions, sporting events, concerts, and public events in downtown San Antonio, Texas. Since its opening in 1993, the Alamodome has hosted the annual NCAA college football Valero Alamo Bowl. It is home to UTSA Football, and the sports club, San Antonio Sports.
Like everything in Texas, the Natural Bridge Caverns are big. In fact, they are the largest known caverns in the state. Discovered near San Antonio in 1960, the Natural Bridge Caverns’ name is taken from the 60-foot (18-meter) natural limestone slab bridge that spans the entrance. During excavations, artifacts dating back to 5000 BC were unearthed. While the caverns are still being explored today, visitors can enjoy adventures ranging from underground cave tours to an enormous outdoor maze.
Take a recreation break at Brackenridge Park, a huge San Antonio green space listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Since Brackenridge is the largest park in the city, it's easy to come here spontaneously and find something to do. You can visit the zoo, ride the carousel, play a round of golf, bike the trails, and much more.
Explore the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park on foot or by bike via the San Antonio Mission Trail. This public trail connects the Alamo to the four Spanish frontier missions in the national park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The route runs along parts of the River Walk and is among the most popular things to do in San Antonio.
The Guenther House is the historic residence of Carl Hilmar Guenther, founder of Pioneer Flour Mills. You can tour the beautiful limestone building and see its Victorian furnishings, visit the museum’s collection of antique bakeware and home goods, shop for milled and other gourmet goods, and dine at the restaurant, which serves homestyle American and Tex-Mex fare for breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
Welcome to history on the big screen—that is, a six-story IMAX screen, with an all-encompassing sound system and seats that recline while you settle in for your film. This theater’s long-running feature, “Alamo: The Price of Freedom,” tells the story of the Alamo for San Antonio visitors before or after they visit the real thing.
The Hard Rock Cafe is a big dose of rock 'n' roll memorabilia, American kitsch, and first-rate burgers, fries, and milkshakes. The San Antonio outpost is no different. Stop by while exploring the South Bank on the River Walk, have a Texas-sized meal, see a concert, and watch the river flow by from three floors of patios and balconies.
If wine, history, and culture served up with a landscape of spring-fed rivers and scenic rugged cliffs sounds divine, go to the Texas Hill Country. The lovely region, near Austin and San Antonio, includes historical Fredericksburg and oozes with Texas hospitality, sophisticated cuisine, outdoor adventure, and Lyndon B. Johnson stories.
Located in San Antonio, Morgan’s Wonderland is the world’s first ultra-accessible theme park. The park, which spans 25 acres (10 hectares), was designed with special-needs individuals in mind. With more than 25 elements and attractions, including adapted rides, playgrounds, gardens, and a lake, the park offers a fun day out for everyone.
Spend a few hours at the San Antonio Aquarium and experience the majesty of the underwater world without leaving Texas. Visit thousands of animals from around the globe, take the kids to the play areas and interactive exhibits, and don’t miss feeding time.
A Smithsonian affiliate museum in San Antonio, the Institute of Texan Cultures celebrates the indigenous people and immigrants from many different cultures who have helped shape Texas through the years. Exhibits on race, military history, and folklore help visitors understand the region’s rich cultural heritage.
