Hill Country 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.
Alamodome
Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the great live music and lively festivals 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 Hill Country
Crockett Hotel
The hotel was great! The only reason I don't five star this is that $45 dollars a night for valet parking and no other reasonable option is ridiculous.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
The stay was nice. It was a beautiful hotel in a great location. The staff was friendly. We did not receive the VIP promotional upgrades or the bottle of wine. Although we did get a small upgrade with a view of the river instead of the city, I had to ask for it by explaining the VIP status for Expedia ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
Clean room, great customer service, good breakfast.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Riverwalk Plaza
Staff was very helpful and polite . Rooms were okay, a little run down.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Menger Hotel
Great old hotel, spacious clean room with character.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Excellent service from staff.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hill Country
Live Oak
Unique features of Live Oak include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Laser Legend or Regal Live Oak while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
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.
Fort Sam Houston
You'll love the stunning river views in Fort Sam Houston, and you might want to stick around to check out United States Army Medical Department Museum, a top place to visit.
Arena District
If you're spending some time in Arena District, Frost Bank Center and Freeman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
