Downtown San Antonio Travel Guide
San Antonio
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Popular places to visit
River Walk
River Walk is just one of the places to see in San Antonio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Alamo
You can browse the exhibits at Alamo, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Alamodome
Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Market Square
During your trip to San Antonio, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Market Square. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Shops at Rivercenter
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Shops at Rivercenter during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Tower of the Americas
You can find out about the history of San Antonio with a trip to Tower of the Americas. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Downtown San Antonio
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Beautiful hotel! Loved everything about our stay. Service, decor, bar….all of it! We will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Riverwalk Plaza
Great stay. Older hotel but service was good. Hotel was clean.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
Nice clean
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Menger Hotel
Our stay at the Menger Hotel was truly lovely! The adornment throughout is beautiful, the service prompt and thorough, and the easy access to the riverwalk and surrounding area was very convenient! We especially loved the servers at breakfast, so personable and kind. I recommend this place 100%!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Breakfast was fresh and the staff were always friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Crockett Hotel
Staff was great and very helpful. Room could use some updating, otherwise it would be 5 stars.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Antonio
Arsenal
If you're spending some time in Arsenal, San Antonio River and Guenther House are top sights worth seeing.
Lavaca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lavaca and surrounding area, you can visit San Antonio River and Alamodome.
Near East Side
If you're spending some time in Near East Side, Alamodome and Historic Sunset Station are top sights worth seeing.
Pearl District
You'll love the stunning river views in Pearl District, and you might want to stick around to check out San Antonio River, a top place to visit.
Tobin Hill
Tobin Hill might not have many top sights, but San Antonio River and San Antonio Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Midtown
Unique features of Midtown include the river views and bars. Make a stop by San Antonio River or The DoSeum while you're exploring the area.
