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Nearby Attractions
 The Alamo
http://www.thealamo.org
The most famous site in Texas saw 189 defenders—including Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie—fall to Mexican general and president Santa Anna’s army on March 6, 1836, after a grueling siege. Some 600 Mexican soldiers were killed during the battle. All that remains of the original Alamo fort are the Long Barrack and a chapel (Mission San Antonio de Valero), though the Long Barrack Museum and Library houses relics and mementos from the Republic of Texas.
San Antonio Riverwalk
http://www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com
Enjoy some of downtown San Antonio’s best art and gift shops, live music venues, boutiques, sidewalk cafes and fine restaurants at the Riverwalk. You can take a half-hour scenic cruise aboard one of the riverboats, or you can catch one of the many San Antonio events, shows and parades that are held along the river. A great way to get to know the real San Anton’!
SeaWorld San Antonio
http://www.buschgardens.com/seaworld/tx
SeaWorld San Antonio is more than just a marine park. To be sure, great shows like Shamu Visions and Viva! at White Whale and Dolphin Stadium always draw big crowds. But there are also some exciting rides, like Texas Splashdown (the longest and tallest flume ride in the state), Rio Loco and the Steel Eel and Great White roller coasters. And if that’s not enough, the park also features a three-story, interactive funhouse for kids, the Anheuser-Busch Clydesdale horses, Dolphin Cove and the 4-D attraction “R. L. Stine’s Haunted Lighthouse.” Does this sound like fun?
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
http://www.sixflags.com/parks/fiestatexas/index.asp
Part water park, part amusement park, part kids-and-family center, Six Flags Fiesta Texas has it all. Thrill-seekers go for broke aboard the floorless Superman Krypton Coaster, state-of-the-art Poltergeist and the freefalling Scream. The water park features a million-gallon wave pool in the shape of Texas, as well as the five-story Texas Treehouse. Kids have their choice of rides made just for them, and the whole park is set in a limestone quarry with 100-foot cliffs soaring overhead!
 Ripley's Believe It or Not!® and the Plaza Theatre of Wax
http://www.ripleys.com/bion/sanant.html
Over 500 oddities, artifacts and downright weird objects from Robert Ripley’s bizarre collection are on display at the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum. Featured items include the world’s smallest painting, a hand-carved 1000-piece miniature circus, and… authentic dinosaur eggs? The site also includes the Plaza Wax Museum, with lifelike figures from Hollywood, history, horror and more.
Historic Downtown San Antonio
San Antonio’s historic downtown district has been rediscovered, and no trip would be complete without a visit. Everywhere you turn, you find a unique shop, a tasty eatery or an exciting attraction. As the city’s cultural center, downtown also hosts a number of special and seasonal events. You will find it to be safe and entertaining, and there is plenty of parking.
More Attractions
Market Square - El Mercado
The Farmers Market Building contains over 100 specialty shops including famous El Mercado, designed after a typical Mexican market. Visitors enjoy an unparalleled atmosphere of strolling mariachis and folk dancers among the unique shops and outdoor cafes.
The Tower of The Americas
Guarding over San Antonio, this 750 foot tower, constructed in 1968 for the HemisFair offers a stunning view of the city and the surrounding countryside. Glass elevators whisk you silently to the observation level and restaurant, 500 feet above the ground.
Texas Adventure
The Alamo Special Effects Theatre offers an exceptional portrayal of Texas Independence with the fall of the Alamo as its central theme. Jim Bowie, Davy Crockett, and William Travis tell their story every hour.
Splashtown
Kids love it, Mom and Dad love it, everyone loves these eighteen acres of cool, refreshing water rides. At Splashtown, there is something for everyone. Life jackets and tubes are free.
IMAX Theatre At Rivercenter
See the siege and fall of the Alamo in a 45-minute drama that puts you in the center of the action. The IMAX screen is about six stories tall, with outstanding stereo sound.
Japanese Tea Gardens
The gardens are located at the northwest end of Brackenridge Park. Visitors will find pebble walkways, stone bridges, waterfall and tranquility.
 The Witte Museum
Discover dinosaurs, mummies and Texas history at their best! Now celebrating 75 years in San Antonio, the Witte Museum focuses on bringing history, science and culture to life. Everyone loves the HEB Science Treehouse, featuring hands-on science fun. Special traveling exhibits are highlighted throughout the year.
The Longhorn & Western Railroad
Texas Transportation Museum has its very own full size, operating railroad called the Longhorn & Western Railroad. Take a ride and leave from a genuine antique depot.
Buckhorn Saloon and Museum
Be transported back 120 years in this 1881 saloon-museum. Enjoy 33,000 sq. ft. of Texas history along with over 500 species of wildlife exhibits from Africa, Asia and North America.
Majestic Theatre
Listed in the National Historic Register, the Majestic boasts a splendid atmosphere. This old vaudeville theatre showcases all types of shows, including the AT&T Broadway Series, concerts and a variety of events.
San Antonio Museum of Art
The art museum presents artistic achievements of many cultures from ancient times, in a breath-taking atmosphere.
Texas Air Museum
Come see the airplanes of the past. The museum displays over sixty restored, historic aircrafts.
San Antonio Zoological Gardens and Aquarium
With over 3500 animals of 751 different species and encompassing over 35 acres, the Zoo is rated as one of the top in the nation. Enjoy one of the largest bird collections in the world, including the whooping crane, the only one on exhibit in the U.S.
San Antonio Botanical Gardens
Wildflowers, exquisite rose gardens, and a 90,000 sq. ft. climatically controlled conservatory that includes desert house, tropical house, fern house, and an orangery. A marvel for all visitors to see!
Institute of Texan Culture
Meet the people who built the Lone Star State in exciting creative series of displays covering 50,000 sq. ft. Explore lifestyles in Texas on the "Back 40", in an outdoor setting that give an insight into times long past.
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
Thinking of going to Africa? Why, when you can see the many exotic animals of Africa, and many other countries sitting in your own car? Photograph them, feed them, and then let the kids have a great time at the petting zoo.
San Antonio Missions Trails Historical Park
The park contains a series of eighteenth century missions built by Spain along the San Antonio river. These historic and architecturally significant structures not only served as religious centers, but also as educational and economic enterprises.
Spanish Governor's Palace
This building has been labeled the 'most beautiful in San Antonio' by the National Geographic Society. Completed in 1749, it housed the officials of the Spanish Province of Texas and features the Hapsburg coat-of-arms.
 Casa Navarro State Historical Park
The home of Jose Antonio Navarro (1795-1871), who served as a legislator under Mexico, the Republic of Texas, and the United States. At this site you will see the Navarro residence furnished with period furniture, and two other limestone, caliche block, and adobe structures.
King William Historic Area
An elegant and fashionable residential area of seventy-nine historic structures, originally settled in the 1800s. Located on the South banks of the San Antonio River, King William is the State of Texas' oldest historic district. Please be advised that this is a vehicle restricted area.
Fort Sam Houston
Fort Sam Houston is the ninth-oldest army post in the U.S. The museum tells the history of the Fort and the U.S. Army in San Antonio from 1845 to the present.
La Villita
La Villita, Spanish for "little town", is one square block of the original San Antonio settlement. Today you may see artists and craftsmen creating timeless treasures, as well as enjoy unique shops and restaurants.
Steve's Homestead
True elegance is the only way to describe this three-story mansion constructed in 1876. Completely restored and furnished, you are able to tour the home, servant's quarters, and carriage house
Local Restaurants:
Casey's BBQ Restaurant
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Applebee's
Chili's
IHOP
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