In historic King William District. 210/226-6688.
www.sanangelfolkart.com.
SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDEN —Enjoy display gardens, fountains and natural areas (major walkways are wheelchair accessible), plus the Lucile Halsell Conservatory, a complex of below-ground houses. A restaurant and gift shop are on site. Admission charge. 555 Funston Place. 210/207-3250.
www.sabot.org.
SAN ANTONIO FIRE MUSEUM —801 E. Houston. 210/390-7236.
www.sanantoniofiremuseum.org.
SAN ANTONIO MISSIONS NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK —Four of five Spanish colonial missions in San Antonio form this national historical park. Pick up a map for the Mission Trail driving route (signed on city streets) from the Visitor Information Center at Mission San José or the City Information Center downtown, or download it from the park’s website. 210/932-1001.
www.nps.gov/saan.
Mission Nuestra Señora de la Purísima Concepción — Established in 1731, all that remains is the original church and convento (priest’s residence). The church with twin towers and cupola is the oldest unrestored stone church in the U.S. Original frescos have been recently preserved. 807 Mission Road. 210/534-1540.
Mission San Francisco de la Espada — Also
established in 1731, it is popular with photographers. Ruins of walls that once surrounded the mission compound, foundations of a granary and a fortified tower can still be seen. Near the mission is an aqueduct over Piedras Creek, part of the irrigation system built in the 1740s. The system includes a dam on the San Antonio River and acequia, irrigation ditch, still in use. The aqueduct is a national historic landmark. 10040 Espada Road. 210/627-2064. Mission San José y San Miguel de Aguayo —
Founded in 1720 and known as the “Queen of Missions,” the church was built between 1768-82 and restored in 2011. Features the rich facade of the domed church and the sculptured exterior of the sacristy window. 6701 San José Drive, at Mission Road. 210/932-1001.
Mission San Juan Capistrano — Like both Espada
and Concepción, this mission was established in 1731. Besides a charming little chapel with an open bell tower, there are ruins of a larger, never completed, church. Restored missionary residence displays artifacts from the Spanish colonial period. 9101 Graf Road off Mission Road. 210/534-0749.
SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART —The museum is home to an array of Greek and Roman antiquities, Asian art, Latin American art, European and American paintings, contemporary art, Oceanic art, decorative art, and Near Eastern and Islamic art. Admission charge. 200 W. Jones Ave. In the historic Lone Star Brewery. 210/978-8100.
www.samuseum.org.
SAN ANTONIO ZOO —More than 3,500 animals of 750 different species are found in this American Zoo and Aquarium Association-accredited zoo. Established in 1914, it is the first zoo outside of Africa to produce a white rhino calf. Wheelchair access, restaurant and gift shop are available. Admission charge. 3903 N. St. Mary’s. 210/734-7184.
www.sazoo-aq.org.
SAN FERNANDO CATHEDRAL —Completed in 1750, this is the oldest cathedral sanctuary in the U.S. and remains an active parish. Gen. Santa Anna raised the red flag of “no quarter” from here during the Alamo siege. The current dome replaced one that collapsed in 1872. 115 Main Plaza. 210/227-1297.
www.catholicearth.com/sfcathedral.
SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO —Enjoy SeaWorld’s 50th Celebration with new interactive pathway experiences and more up-close animal encounters. Plus, enjoy thrilling rides, animal attractions and Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark. Float, wade or walk among tropical birds in Aquatica’s new Roa’s Aviary. Admission charge. 10500 SeaWorld Drive. 800/700- 7786.
www.seaworld.com.
SIX FLAGS FIESTA TEXAS —Set in a limestone quarry, this park highlights Texas culture and music.
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WHILE TRAVELING THIS REGION, some great photo opportunities include the 7-foot-tall Poteet Strawberry, the oversized watermelon statue in Dilley, and the Popeye statue in Crystal City. Each of these statues honors produce for which the city is known—strawberry, watermelon and spinach, respectively.
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Attractions include rides, live shows, and concerts. Fiesta Bay Boardwalk is a ’50s-’60s-era boardwalk with a 90-foot Ferris wheel. Parking fee. Admission charge. Off Loop 1604 and I-10. 210/697-5050.
www.sixflags.com/FiestaTexas.
SOUTHWEST SCHOOL OF ART —The school features contemporary art exhibits and lectures by visiting artists. Guided tours, a gallery and restaurant are available. The adjacent, Navarro Campus features a gallery for contemporary art. 300 Augusta St. 210/224-1848.
www.swschool.org.
SPANISH GOVERNOR’S PALACE —In 1772, San Antonio became the seat of the Spanish government in Texas, headquartered at the Spanish Governor’s Palace. In 1820, Moses Austin came to this adobe-walled structure to ask for permission to bring a colony of U.S. citizens into Spanish Texas. Admission charge. 105 Military Plaza. 210/224-0601.
www.getcreativesanantonio.com/ExploreSanAntonio/ SpanishGovernorsPalace.aspx.
SPLASHTOWN-SAN ANTONIO —Features 20-acres of cool water thrills, including Kid’s Kove, a children’s area. More than 50 rides include the Siesta Del Rio
and the Lone Star Luge. It also has concession stands, sand volleyball courts and basketball courts. Admis- sion charge. I-35 at Coliseum Road. 210/227-1400.
www.splashtownsa.com.
STEVES HOMESTEAD —The homestead was built in 1876 by Edward Steves, who immigrated to Texas in 1848 and later founded the Steves Lumber Company. The Victorian-era mansion has a carriage house with antique carriages, gardener’s quarters (now a visitor center) and beautiful landscaping. 509 King William St. 210/225-5924.
www.saconservation.org.
TEXAS TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM —Features antique horse-drawn and gas-powered vehicles, model railroads and other railroad memorabilia. Garden railroad runs the last Sunday of the month. Admission charge. 11731 Wetmore Road. 210/490-3554.
www.txtransportationmuseum.org.
THE TEXAS STAR TRAIL —A historical walking tour is designated by blue disks in the sidewalks, with 80 historic sites and landmarks identified. Brochure and map available from the San Antonio Conservation Society. 107 King William St. 210/224-6163.
TOWER OF THE AMERICAS —The renovated 750-foot tower offers breathtaking city views and includes a Texas-themed 4-D multi-sensory theater. Glass-walled elevators ascend more than 500 feet to the restaurant and observation level. Parking fee. Admission charge. 739 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd. 210/223-3101.
www.toweroftheamericas.com.
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO INSTITUTE OF TEXAN CULTURES —The institute focuses on the people who helped shape Texas. A multimedia show is held four times daily in the central dome. Admission charge. 801 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd. HemisFair Park Campus. 210/458-2300.
www.texancultures.com.
VIA STREETCARS —Using rubber-tired replicas of antique streetcars, five routes of VIA San Antonio Streetcars reach historic districts and other sites of visitor interest. Route maps available at hotels and the Visitor Information Center. Admission charge.
Close to Everything. Far from Expensive.
If you’re looking for value, convenience, and genuine hospitality in the middle of San Antonio’s main attractions, Balcones Heights is the place to stay! It’s the perfect starting point for your next San Antonio adventure.
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