- Our list of the best things to do in San Antonio, Texas, features the top 43 nearby activities — including 18 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- San Antonio, TX has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sights & Landmarks, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 36 things to do within the city of San Antonio, TX , followed by 7 popular activities in nearby cities, including Boerne, Schertz, New Braunfels, Alpine and South Padre Island
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This complete 18-hole mini golf course is fashioned in the style of ’50s alien-invasion movies
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The 2,264 seat Spanish Mediterranean Majestic Theater was originally constructed in 1929. Visitors can hear music performed by the San Antonio Symphony and plays performed by Broadway in San Antonio, as well as other performers in the restored theater.
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Known as the Queen of the Missions, Mission San Jose was originally constructed in the 1720s and known as Saint Joseph. An active congregation meets in this location; visitors can tour the church as well as attend mass.
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2202 Roosevelt Ave., San Antonio, TX 78210
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The San Antonio Missions National Historical Park contains four of the original missions. These churches are still active, and visitors can tour the buildings and attend mass with the congregations.
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Over 10 000 paintings and artworks are housed in the McNay Art Museum, an extensive Mediterranean-style mansion where visitors can explore a variety of changing exhibits.
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Spend a few hours exploring the history of San Antonio when you hike or bike the Mission Trail. This pedestrian starts at the Alamo and winds nine miles along the river connecting four historical missions.
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The San Antonio River is a 240-mile river that runs from San Antonio to the Guadalupe River near the Gulf of Mexico. The River Walk is built on either side of this river, and the river is also used for fishing and cruising.
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First dedicated in 1755, Mission Concepcion, was built of stone and still looks much as it did over 200 years ago. Bring your camera and capture many of the original frescoes, the beautiful stonework and lush grounds.
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The San Antonio Botanical Garden provides visitors with a large, curated collection of plants, trees, and flowers in a single organized setting. The garden comprises a conservatory and large open area with paved trails through the various themed areas.
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The San Antonio River Walk is the most visited tourist attraction in Texas. Running along the San Antonio River, the area is lined with businesses and upscale hotels that are located one story lower than the streets that run near the river.
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Lackland Air Force Base is a military site that offers guests the chance to walk around the facility that trains air force trainees. The location is near Godfather's Pizza and a bowling alley.