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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 173 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: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 173 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: #5 of 173 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: #6 of 173 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: #7 of 173 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: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

Buy Discount Tickets Online Before you head to the park, do some research online for better ticket prices.  Southwest Airlines offers a great deal on their website (www.sout... Adult single-day...

Attraction type: Amusement/theme park; Aquarium; Park; Water park; Wildlife park; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

It all started at the Buckhorn Saloon in 1881, where patrons would trade a deer antler for a beer or shot of whisky. Since then, the horn collection has grown to more than 4000, and is now part of a museum that also includes wildlife exhibits, a wax museum, a re-creation of the saloon, a curio shop, and an arcade.

Attraction type: Specialty museum; Museum; Bar/club; Art museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

Very crowded together, a lot of stores and stalls, but not selling anything anyone needs.  A lot of decorative crafts and so forth. They have South American music and other acts at a stage outside...

Attraction type: Flea/street market; Town center/square/plaza; Forest; Tourist/visitor center
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 173 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: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 173 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: #23 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

Edgy, bohemian neighborhood lined with art galleries, coffeehouses and boutiques.

Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #30 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

This 750-foot tower built for the 1968 HemisFair has unbeatable panoramic views, especially if you're in the tower's revolving restaurant.

Attraction type: Observation deck/tower; Architectural building; Civic center; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #39 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

Majestic home belonging to the founders of the Pioneer Flour Mill.

Attraction type: Historic home; History museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #46 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

Southwest School of Art & Craft The Southwest School of Art & Craft is a community-based, professional-level school that has offered studio art classes for children and adults since 1969. It...

Attraction type: Educational site; Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #48 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

Good place to see with families.

Attraction type: Zoo; Other
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #53 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

A center for Latino arts and entertainment.

Attraction type: Art museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #62 of 173 attractions in San Antonio
Attraction type: Spa
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #64 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

Built in 1929, this movie theater is beautifully ornate, featuring a domed ceiling painted with stars and clouds.

Attraction type: Theater; Other
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #66 of 173 attractions in San Antonio
Attraction type: Specialty shop
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #67 of 173 attractions in San Antonio

Your old sombrero wearing thin? Time for a new pair of Stetsons? Head to the Mexican Market where 150 stalls are eager to fill your Tex-Mex needs.

Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Shop; Flea/street market
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