Great Northwest 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
There are nearly 800 wild and wonderful species at the zoo in the center of Brackenridge Park, not far from the city center.
Henry B. González Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Henry B. González Convention Center during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
San Antonio Zoo Any Day Ticket including ZooLights
San Antonio: Witte Museum Admission Ticket
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape
Master Of Illusions Magic & Paranormal Escape Room at Extreme Escape San Antonio
Top hotels in Great Northwest
Crockett Hotel
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Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
All of the above. Wanted to try some place different than our usual places on the river walk but personally will not be back!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch, San Antonio
This is a timeshare scam . Do not fall for it , do not go to the presentation .
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Menger Hotel
Staff was great, room was wonderful, bed was a little uncomfortable but other wise good. Room was incredibly cold even with the heater on, never got above 65. If I could make a note to add waters to the room
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Riverwalk Plaza
Todo bien gracias
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
The staff was amazing!!! And the room was a gem!!!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Great Northwest
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.
Medical Center District
While visiting Medical Center District, you might make a stop by sights like USAA Corporate Office Headquarters and Cinemark San Antonio 16.
Northwest Side
If you're spending some time in Northwest Side, Huebner Oaks and Dub Farris Athletic Complex are top sights worth seeing.
La Cantera District
If you're spending some time in La Cantera District, Six Flags Fiesta Texas and The Shops of La Cantera are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown
Unique features of Midtown include the river views and bars. Make a stop by San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium or San Antonio River while you're exploring the area.
South San Antonio
Unique features of South San Antonio include the river views and shopping. Make a stop by Lackland Air Force Base or Joint Base San Antonio while you're exploring the area.
