what's there to see in san antonio,tx?

Question

im going to the river walk, but will be there 3 nights, what else can I do?

what is the weather like in mid september. I will be there for three days and want to know what to do and see.

Answer 1

It will still be hot in San Antonio. Carry a light pack with sunscreen and water or gatorade and pack a little cash and your camera!

What to see if you stay on the Riverwalk area?
River Walk | Paseo Del Rio
Downtown San Antonio TX 78205
A winding wonderland beneath the bridges and streets of downtown San Antonio, bordered with stone paths and lush tropical gardens of ferns, fan palms, nandina, cycads and papyrus, the 2.5-mile San Antonio Riverwalk is lined with first-class hotels and restaurants. Locals stroll its length during contemplative morning walks and jogs.

The Alamo | El Alamo
300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio TX 78205
The Mission San Antonio de Valero (a.k.a. The Alamo) where Mexican General Santa Anna's army defeated David Crockett, Jim Bowie and 188 others on March 6, 1836, is the most famous spot in Texas.

Buckhorn Saloon & Museum
318 East Houston St., San Antonio TX 78205; Tel. [phone]
The spirit of the Wild West lives on through the historic and eclectic Buckhorn Saloon. Having evolved past the days of bartering antlers for drinks, the saloon, built in 1881, is now home to a collection of more than 4,000 horns as well as wildlife exhibits, a wax museum, a shooting gallery and an arcade.

King William Historic District
1032 S. Alamo St., San Antonio TX; Tel. [phone]
Settled by wealthy German merchants, San Antonio's first suburb makes up 25 blocks of picturesque mansions and gardens. Eat at Tito’s or Mad Hatters for Breakfast.

La Villita/ Little Village. Between Presta and South Alamo streets on Nueva Street, San Antonio TX; Tel. [phone]
In the center of downtown San Antonio sits the preserved and restored remnants of the original "Little Village" of San Antonio, La Villita.

Market Square | El Mercado
Santa Rosa and Commerce streets, San Antonio TX
El Mercado is the largest Mexican market. The outdoor market sells all types of Mexican crafts, including pottery and ceramics, turquoise jewelry, leather goods and colorfully embroidered clothing. There are restaurants, pastry shops, shops, craft galleries, and a Museum.

Mission San José
9101 Graf Road, San Antonio, TX 78214; 210.534.0749
Mission San José was the largest of the missions in the area. After gaining a reputation as a major social and cultural center, it came to be called the "Queen of the Missions."

San Antonio Botanical Gardens and Conservatory
555 Funston @ North New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio TX
Public garden highlighting Texas horticulture as well as plants from around the world.

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
2202 Roosevelt Ave., San Antonio TX 78210; Tel. [phone]
This San Antonio park preserves four Spanish frontier missions dating back to the 18th century, including San Jose, San Juan, Espada, and Concepcion Missions.

San Antonio Museum of Art | El Museo de Arts de San Antonio
200 West Jones Ave., San Antonio 78215; Tel.[phone]
Art from Egyptian, Greek and Roman antiquities, Asian art, European and American paintings, decorative arts, contemporary art and an extensive Latin American collection are housed in the 1884 Lone Star Brewery near the heart of downtown San Antonio

Spanish Governor's Palace
105 Plaza de Armas (Military Plaza), San Antonio TX
Once the home of the officials who ruled New Spain, now a major tourist attraction. It's small but National Geographic called it "the most beautiful building in San Antonio." The palace is filled with antiques and artifacts from the early 1700s and the patio and courtyard feature a beautiful, charming garden.

Tower of the Americas
The 750-foot Tower of the Americas in HemisFair Park was built for the 1968 World's Fair. It boasts spectacular panoramic views, especially from the Tower Restaurant, where you can enjoy dining on prime rib while rotating atop one of the country's tallest free-standing structures. In downtown San Antonio, adjacent to the Convention Center.

University of Texas Institute of Texan Cultures
801 S. Bowie St., San Antonio TX 78205;Tel. [phone]
An educational San Antonio center dedicated to the contributions of different ethnic groups in Texas and borne out of the 1968 World's Fair, the Institute of Texan Cultures includes exhibits featuring the cultural contributions of the more than 27 cultures that settled the state of Texas.

Witte Museum
3801 Broadway, San Antonio TX 78209; Tel. [phone]
With interactive displays and hands-on wildlife exhibits, this San Antonio museum offers an education for all ages and includes nationally acclaimed traveling exhibits, Texas dinosaurs, an Egyptian mummy, and 8,000-year-old rock art. Traditional fiesta gowns are also on display.

McNay Art Museum
6000 N. New Braunfels, San Antonio TX 78209; Tel. [phone]
Closed Mondays. No fee. Since opening five decades ago, the McNay Art Museum continues to build on an already strong collection of 19th- and 20th-century European and American paintings and sculpture by significant artists ranging from Paul Cézanne, Vincent van Gogh, Auguste Rodin, Henri Matisse, and Pablo Picasso, to Edward Hopper, Georgia O’Keeffe, John Sloan, and Marsden Hartley

Answer 2

In mid September the weather here is still hot during the day but the nights are some what cooler. Everyone is going to tell you about the traditional things to do but I didn't read all of the responses so I am not sure but I didn't see anything about going to a World champion Basket ball game with the Spurs, a lot of fun. The World Champion Skeet shooting takes place in San Antonio. I was thinking that it would be in Sept but I was wrong it is the 12 to the 20th of Oct, however there is a warm up if you would care to go it is on the 28-30 of Sept at San Antonio Gun Club. I have no idea where you are from but San Antonio is in the central zone and it is dove season, if it is a little bit later in September it also is dove season south of San Antonio but that is just south of San Antonio. There is also a chance that you can still catch a Missions base ball game. This is in addition the the normal things tha folks do when they come to town, Like the Alamo, river walk, River Walk Mall, Botanical gardens, tower of the Americas, Texas cultural center, Ripley's Believe It or Not, The trolley tours, The cruse on the barges that go up and down the river, There is also the horse drawn carriages that will take you around the city. The missions are great to visit and the Mission's trail is neat also. Sea World and Six Flags will still be operating then. Welcome to San Antonio bring a camera and have a good time, .... and come on back

Answer 3

The Alamo,Sea World,River Walk,

Answer 4

You could go to Sea World or Fiesta Texas. Both places are fun if you like amusement parks. Go by the Alamo plus there's a Ripley's believe it or not down the street from the Alamo it looks fun. Never been to that but it looked cool from outside. Well I'm not sure if I helped but that's some things I would do if i went back to San Antonio, TX. have fun.

Answer 5

San Antonio has some interesting interesting neighborhoods. The Dallas Morning News online edition has a great special feature on the River Walk, but after the River Walk, my favorite area in San Antonio is the King William district. This neighborhood is full of stately historic mansions, shady trees, and charming homes. Rosario’s Mexican Café and the Guenther House are located in the King William area. Everyone should have breakfast at the Guenther House at least once in their lifetime. Leave your diet at the door. Also located in the King William area is the Blue Star Arts Complex. The Blue Star Arts Complex used to be an old warehouse that has been converted to shops, galleries, a microbrewery, and artist studios. Another unforgettable area is La Villita. This was the first neighborhood in San Antonio . La Villita is now an artist community filled with many mesmerizing shops and studios. La Villita is located on the San Antonio River Walk. Another worthwhile location to visit is El Mercado. El Mercado is the largest Mexican marketplace outside of Mexico. In addition to its huge marketplace, El Mercado also has the Alameda Theater, restaurants, and the Museo Alameda, the largest Latino Museum in the nation and part of the Smithsonian Institute. Finally, have lunch and a stroll in Alamo Heights if you have some time before leaving San Antonio . Alamo Heights is full of distinctive homes, great shopping, superb restaurants, and lots of charm.

http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spe/2007/riverwalk/ (Dallas Morning News guide to the River Walk)
http://www.guentherhouse.com/ (The Guenther House)
http://www.saconservation.org/tours/sitevisits_kingwilliam.htm (King William)
http://www.alamoheightstx.gov/visitors/ (Alamo Heights)
http://www.lavillita.com/ (La Villita)
http://www.thealameda.org/Index.htm (Museo Alameda)
http://www.lamargarita.com/ (La Margarita, a great restaurant at El Mercado)
http://www.viainfo.net/BusService/Streetcar.aspx (VIA public transportation)
http://www.bluestarcomplex.com/ (Blue Star Arts Complex)

Answer 6

There is tons too see. I live in SA. If your just visiting then you have to head down to the River Walk, The Alamo, Not to mention there are plenty of historic sites in down town. There is also Sea World, Six Flags, and if you like you can head to Fort Sam Houston and see the military museum. These are just a few things

Answer 7

Alamo, River Walk, San Antonio zoo, and the Chinese Gardens are all good.

Answer 8

you just have to look there are some cute stores if you know where to look i would suggest downtown because i know that where i live there isnt very much but you can look in alot of the little shopping centers unlike the mall and when all else fails forever 21 or online shopping is the best way to go also pacsun, buckle, and stores like that san antonio is not that great of a shopping place, trust me, i have lived here my entire life i do all my shopping online so i hope this helps :) if you need any more info on SATX just let me know i would be happy to help

Answer 9

Decaf coffee is a wonderful low-calorie fluid when you're having cravings (and an excellent source of antioxidants).

Answer 10

Use a vegetable bean dip for instance hummus instead of ranch dressing or a fatty cream-based dip.

Answer 11

Workout in the morning in comparison with night