Texas is filled with historical sites and settings for pivotal moments in time, and there’s no shortage of historical landmarks around San Antonio. In fact, there are five missions around the city designated as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. While visitors come from around the world to see the Alamo,... [read more]
La Villita translates to "little village," and that is exactly what it is! Located right on the South Bank of the river walk, La Villita occupies a 1-square block in the heart of San Antonio. The village is on the U.S. government’s National Register of Historic Places as a Historic... [read more]
Enjoy your day where nature, science, and culture meet at The Witte Museum! Rotating exhibits fill the recently-renovated space with history, storytelling, and interactive family-friendly fun.
History
The Witte Museum inspires people to shape the future of Texas through transformative experiences. Botanist and high school teacher, Ellen Schultz Quillin, started the museum... [read more]
Does it seem like you get caught up in the hustle and bustle of busy city life and can’t relax? Then it’s time to visit the Japanese Tea Garden. This peaceful garden is located in the city, but it couldn’t feel more removed from your busy daily life. The garden... [read more]
In 1927, Marion McNay purchased her first oil painting and soon commissioned the construction of a Spanish Colonial-Revival mansion to house her imminent collection. She acquired over 700 works of art over her lifetime, laying the foundation for what would become the McNay Art Museum in San Antonio.
The Museum
The McNay... [read more]
How would you like to experience an African safari without ever leaving Texas? If you have a taste for exotic adventure but an intercontinental vacation isn't in the cards, consider a much more convenient trip: to Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch right here in San Antonio.
What It Is
Named one of USA... [read more]
Everybody dreams of flying, and you can make that dream a reality without ever buying a plane ticket. At iFly San Antonio, a state-of-the-art vertical wind tunnel can lift you into the air for an experience like no other!
Indoor Skydiving
The fascinating wind tunnel at iFly allows guests to experience the... [read more]
Put your navigating to the test and challenge your sense of direction at the Amazing Mirror Maze! As San Antonio’s own funhouse, the Mazes offer several unique experiences, from the infinite maze to an exciting laser challenge.
The Amazing Mirror Maze
The whole family will enjoy the puzzling mirror maze, a challenging... [read more]
Texas has no shortage of natural beauty, but of its most surprising treasures can't be seen even with a birds’ eye view. You’ll have to head underground to admire the majesty of Natural Bridge Caverns, the largest commercial cave in the state.
Explore Under the Surface
There are several different tours that... [read more]
You love Christmas… do you ever wish it were right around the corner instead of months away? Plenty of people feel the same way. That’s why lots of people in town are eager to go to Christmas in July Mercado. It’s the ideal way to celebrate the season without waiting... [read more]
