Visit San Antonio
Welcome to San Antonio, a truly captivating city where over three hundred years of traditions and heritage are still present in this wonderfully vibrant part of Texas today. The Spanish, Mexican and German roots are clear to see in its architecture, people, culture, food, vibrant neighbourhoods and festivals.
Explore museums that bring the cities rich history to life including the Witte Museum showcasing the prehistoric past through to present day or the fascinating Briscoe Western Arts Museum. The beautiful Botanical Gardens and the Japanese Tea Gardens have to be seen.
Journey through the San Antonio Missions, Texas's only UNESCO World Heritage Site. The World Heritage Center located near Mission San José, offers an immersive introduction to the five historic sites, one of which is The Alamo, located in downtown San Antonio featuring a large collection donated by singer Phil Collins who also narrates the tale of its infamous battle at The Alamo Visitor Center and Museum.
A calendar packed with special events ensures there is always something new to experience including Fiesta celebrations unlike any other, Día de los Muertos in October and November, Pride celebrations in June and experience authentic Texas at the Stockyards and Rodeo show in February and March each year.
The famed River Walk offers picturesque boat rides, pathways with charming bridges, a plentiful supply of restaurants for delicious food and cocktails by the water's edge, hotels and shopping.
Wander through Historic Market Square, the largest Mexican market in the U.S, a three-block outdoor plaza with shops, restaurants, food stalls and artisanal crafts. Visit the stunning Pearl district for shops, food and people watching. Wander to San Fernando Cathedral to watch Saga San Antonio, an awe-inspiring video art projection that lights up the front of the cathedral each evening from Tuesday to Sunday.
San Antonio proudly holds the UNESCO designation as a Creative City of Gastronomy now with the added distinction of twelve local restaurants recognized in the inaugural MICHELIN Guide Texas.
For family thrills and spills, Six Flags Fiesta Texas boasts rides and family fun, Morgan's Wonderland a unique Ultra-Accessible™ theme park is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and fun environment for guests of all abilities. Natural Bridge Caverns offers stunning underground caverns whilst Tejas Rodeo takes place every Saturday evening from March to October.
See you in San Antonio!