San Antonio, Texas Attractions

Canyon Lake Botanical Garden River Walk Market Square San Antonio

When you stay at the Rodeway Inn Northeast San Antonio, you’ll have plenty of sightseeing opportunities, as well as fun things to do with kids--some of them for free. Take a dip in Canyon Lake (one of the deepest in Texas), meander along the riveting River Walk or commune with nature in the San Antonio Botanical Garden. Learn about those and several others on our list of neighborhood attractions below.

Canyon Lake. One of the deepest (43 feet) and most scenic lakes in Texas, Canyon Lake features 80 miles of gorgeous shoreline. The 8,240-acre lake is home to eight public parks, each one offering excellent recreational opportunities, including camping, fishing, swimming, scuba diving and boating. For more information, visit http://wildtexas.com/parks/canyon.php.

Schlitterbahn Waterpark. There’s no better way to keep cool in Texas than to spend a day at Schlitterbahn. Thrill rides, family adventures and water playgrounds for the little ones make up this wet and wild water park. For more information, visit www.schlitterbahn.com/nb  [Top]

San Antonio Botanical Garden. Nestled in the middle of San Antonio, the Botanical Garden is 33 acres of tranquility. Behold the breathtaking Lucile Halsell Conservatory with its striking glass pyramids. Stroll through the formal gardens. Embrace the Japanese tea garden. Or simply hike the native areas. For more information, visit www.sabot.org.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Discover non-stop, heart-pounding fun at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. This tremendous theme park is jam-packed with thrill-packed rides--everything from the hair-raising Superman Krypton Coaster to the 20-story high Boomerang super coaster to the mind-bending Big Bender. Kids will love Bug’s White Water Rapids and Scooby-Do Ghostblasters. And everyone will go wild for the White Water Bay water park. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com/parks/fiestatexas/ParkInfo/index.asp  [Top]

San Antonio River Walk. The River Walk is a 2.5 mile stretch of beautifully landscaped waterfront that features many of San Antonio’s most spectacular hotels, restaurants, night clubs, bars, shopping centers and businesses. It is one of the most dynamic tourist attractions in the entire state of Texas. For more information, visit www.sanantonioriverwalk.com.

Natural Bridge Caverns. An amazing natural Texas wonder, Natural Bridge Caverns offers several tours. Climb and crawl your way through undeveloped rooms and passages. Discover ancient formations like stalagmites, stalactites, flowstones, chandeliers and soda straws-most of which are still growing. For more information, visit www.naturalbridgecaverns.com  [Top]

San Antonio Market Square. San Antonio Market Square-aka El Mercado de San Antonio-is brimming with mariachis, year-round festivals and numerous merchants. Encounter quaint vendors selling everything from jewelry and paper Mache statues to Hispanic-influenced pottery and clothes. Thirty-two shops make up El Mercado while over 80 specialty shops are located in the Farmers Market Plaza. For more information, visit www.sanantoniocvb.com

San Antonio Zoo. San Antonio’s first zoo consisted of a collection of animals assembled in San Pedro Park in the 1800s. In 1914, Colonel George W. Brackenridge, founder of the San Antonio Express-News, placed buffalo, elk, deer, monkeys, a pair of lions and four bears on land he had deeded over to the city in what is now known as Brackenridge Park. This collection became the San Antonio Zoo. Today, the zoo is home to over 3,500 animals representing 750 species of animals on 56 acres. For more information, visit www.sazoo-aq.org  [Top]

SeaWorld San Antonio. Experienceeverything from “The Great White,” Texas’s first inverted steel rollercoaster, to “Believe,” a visually-stunning Shamu show, to feedingcolorful Lorikeets in their habitat near Seal and Sea Lion Community.For more information, visitwww.buschgardens.com/seaworld/tx/default.aspx.

The Alamo.Located on Alamo Plaza in downtown San Antonio, Texas, the Alamorepresents nearly 300 years of history. Three buildings-the Shrine,Long Barrack Museum and Gift Museum-house exhibits on the TexasRevolution and Texas History. The 4.2-acre complex also featuresbeautiful Alamo Gardens, which visitors are encouraged to strollthrough. For more information, visit www.thealamo.org

San Marcos Outlet Malls. Just a short ride and you will be in shopping heaven at the Tanger Outlets in San Marcos. With over 100 brand name manufacturer and designer outlet stores, you will definitely find something for everyone on your list. From Calvin Klein to Tommy Hilfiger to Izod to Liz Clairborne, you will always be amazed at the great deals you will find. Stay at the Rodeway Inn Northeast San Antonio and shop ‘til you drop at the best outlet malls in San Marcos. For more information, visit www.tangeroutlet.com.[Top]

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