Fort Sam Houston 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 fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Lackland Air Force Base
Lackland Air Force Base 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 entertainment venues and shops in this walkable area.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and see why people love this theme park in San Antonio. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
San Antonio SeaWorld
Make time to visit the sea life at San Antonio SeaWorld, and find out why this is a popular attraction in San Antonio. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.
San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium
Come and see over 800 species at this centrally located zoo that’s suitable for the whole family.
Alamodome
Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Fort Sam Houston
Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza
Conveniently located near the Alamo and Riverwalk. Recommend dropping luggage with staff at check in otherwise you will need to obtain a luggage cart and walk from parking garage to room. Key card gets disconnected about 10-15 before 11am check out. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Wonderful
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
Great location. Clean room. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Riverwalk Plaza
Room needs major updates along with all rust removed from bathtubs
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch, San Antonio
We really enjoyed our stay at the Oak Ranch The place was clean and the amenities were great!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
I loved that they are right on the river walk and pet friendly. In the pet manual they give out at check in stated they want you to use the stairwell with your pets. They placed me on the 9th floor and didn't offer to take my luggage to my room. Needless to say I used the elevator, i just made sure ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fort Sam Houston
Alamo Heights
You'll enjoy the museums and coffee shops in Alamo Heights. You might want to make time for a stop at San Antonio River or Toilet Seat Museum.
Arena District
If you're spending some time in Arena District, Frost Bank Center and Freeman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
Uptown
If you're spending some time in Uptown, San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum 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.
Dignowty Hill
While visiting Dignowty Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Fairchild Tennis Center and Carver Community Cultural Center.
Tobin Hill
Tobin Hill might not have many top sights, but San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and San Antonio Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
