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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

Founded in 1720, this Spanish frontier mission, the largest of the five San Antonio missions, is best known for its rose window. On Sundays, this Texas and U.S. National historic site offers a mariachi mass.

Attraction type: Mission; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

The Riverwalk is a MUST DO in San Antonio!!  Get on at the RiverCentre Mall and take the 30 minute journey through San Antonio.  A great way to see this vibrant City (Bexar county residents get a...

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Trail
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

The 18th-century mission church where Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie and 188 others waged their last stand against the Mexican army for Texas independence has become a state symbol. The most famous historical site in Texas, the mission has been restored to its original condition and offers tours, relics of the past, and a gift shop with memorabilia for history enthusiasts.

Attraction type: Historic site; History museum; Mission; Monument
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

Come on down (way down) at the largest underground attraction in Texas! Daily guided tours allow guests to explore large underground chambers and see huge formations. The largest room is bigger than a football field. Above ground, discover rocks, minerals, and rough-cut gems at the Natural Bridge Mining Company Sluice. The Watchtower Challenge will get your heart pumping as you climb one of the largest public climbing tower and ziplines in Texas (seasonal availability)!

Attraction type: Cavern/cave; Geological formation
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

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Attraction type: Amusement/theme park; Aquarium; Park; Water park; Wildlife park; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

Free gardens where people can relax amidst beautiful floral plantings, goldfish ponds and lots more.

Attraction type: Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

Historical area that stretches nine miles and contains four important 18th-century missions.

Attraction type: National park; Mission; Scenic/historic walking area; Trail; Other; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

The Spanish Governor's Palace existed before the Battle of the Alamo.  It was built to protect the Alamo (aka mission San Antonio De Valero).  Many laws were created in this building and the Chapel...

Attraction type: Historic home; Government building; Museum; Other; History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

A wide range of plants from Texas and around the world spread out over 33 acres.

Attraction type: Garden; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

With the most comprehensive collection of Latin American art in the U.S., as well as extensive collections of Egyptian, Asian, and Greek works, the San Antonio Museum of Art is well worth a visit.

Attraction type: Art museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

San Antonio's first neighborhood is now a thriving arts and crafts community. La Villita makes for a relaxing and scenic walk where you'll pass scores of artisans, from glassblowers to spinners, hard at work.

Attraction type: Neighborhood; Scenic/historic walking area; Historic village
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

Narrated boat cruises that cover 2 ½ miles along the River Walk.

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 175 attractions in San Antonio
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 175 attractions in San Antonio
Attraction type: Theater; History museum; Specialty museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

Children's museum.

Attraction type: Children's museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

A 200-acre theme park with rides, games, activities, performances and fireworks.

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

A huge Mediterranean-style mansion that houses over 10,000 paintings, sculptures and prints.

Attraction type: Art museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

A pedestrian route that starts at the Alamo and winds nine miles along the San Antonio River passing four other historical missions.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

Built for the 1968 HemisFair in honor of the city's 250th anniversary, this delightful park is a local favorite, particularly the water gardens and the kid-designed wood and sand playground, which includes a castle and space tunnel. The highlight is the looming 750-foot tall Tower of the Americas, offering a terrific view of the city.

Attraction type: Park; Amusement/theme park; Water park; Playground; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 175 attractions in San Antonio

This is where you can see all the Fiesta gowns, complete with incredibly long trains, on display.

Attraction type: Natural history museum; History museum; Art museum; Science museum; Historic home; Museum
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