South Texas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

View from the top
View from the top
Japanese Botanic Garden was like heaven in real life...
The walk along the river in San Antonio makes for a great walk or bike ride. Goes on for many miles
Japanese Tea Garden. This is my second trip back since 2012 and i gotta say, this place never ceases to amaze me! It's just Beautiful!!

Where to stay in South Texas

Downtown - Riverwalk showing a river or creek, a bridge and boating

Downtown San Antonio

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from San Antonio River to Alamo – discover Downtown San Antonio, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

Downtown San Antonio
PORT ARANSAS, TX - 9 FEB 2023: Young surfer carries a surfboard on the beach, near the water of the Gulf of Mexico and a pier, in evening light.

Cinnamon Shore

While Cinnamon Shore isn't home to many top sights, Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cinnamon Shore
Port Aransas, USA, aerial landscape view of Mustang Beach Airport with Mustang Beach residential area located on Mustang Island at Gulf of Mexico with Corpus Christus Bay in background

Padre Island

If you're spending some time in Padre Island, Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Padre Island
Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum which includes art and interior views as well as an individual male

Uptown

If you're spending some time in Uptown, San Antonio River and Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown
It was nice to see these carpet beetle feed off of this beautiful thistle poppies! 💙

Far West Side

While visiting Far West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Aquatica San Antonio Waterpark and Hill Country Golf Club.

Far West Side
Famous American landmark - Alamo mission in downtown San Antonio, Texas, USA

Stone Oak

Stone Oak is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Shops at Hardy Oak and Alta Vista while you're in town.

Stone Oak
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

4.5 out of 5
150 E Houston St San Antonio TX
The price is ₹10,722 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹10,722
₹15,302 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,408 reviews)
Quaint room, excellent service from the staff. Option to valet or self park in walking distance. Multiple bars for evening drinks.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Menger Hotel

Menger Hotel

3.5 out of 5
204 Alamo Plaza San Antonio TX
The price is ₹11,361 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
₹11,361
₹13,430 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,733 reviews)
Yes, the room was clean and comfy. Staff is courteous.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Menger Hotel
Riverwalk Plaza

Riverwalk Plaza

4 out of 5
100 Villita Street San Antonio TX
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,315 reviews)
Everything was perfect! Great greetings,super room, great staff….great location

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Riverwalk Plaza
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Extended Stay Laredo

Extended Stay Laredo

3 out of 5
106 W Village Blvd Laredo TX
Stay at this aparthotel in Laredo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Cinemark Mall del Norte and Mall Del Norte are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (322 reviews)
Clean Room and staff was helpful

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Extended Stay Laredo
Royale Beach and Tennis Club

Royale Beach and Tennis Club

3 out of 5
400 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Stay at this beach condo in South Padre Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (340 reviews)
Clean as a pin. Decent mattress, everything worked. No bugs! I looked. Beautiful view. Friendly helpful staff, gated. I felt safe traveling alone. Live music or some free entertainment every night. Lots of food close by. Loved that i could reheat leftovers in the kitchen room. Ill be back.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Royale Beach and Tennis Club
The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

3.5 out of 5
322 W Commerce St San Antonio TX
Stay at this apartment in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions River Walk and Alamo are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Reasonably priced, clean, quiet, nearby parking garage and many dining and shopping options within walking distance. Only complaints is virtually no amenities pool, fitness center, or snack bar. Overall, I would most likely stay again.

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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