Balcones Heights 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 Balcones Heights
Crockett Hotel
Great location. Historic feeling.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
A great hotel experience all the way around! Friendly, considerate and helpful staff everywhere. Beautiful seating spaces, restaurant, patio and bar. The rooms as well were spacious, clean, quiet and comfortable. It was a perfect spot on the riverwalk!
Reviewed on 17 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
They canceled our reservation before we even got there. They didn’t even call us or let us know. We dressed up for Valentine’s Day, packed, and drove there and then they told us our reservation has been canceled. They said that my credit card had been declined so they canceled the reservation. The ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Riverwalk Plaza
The staff was very nice and helpful! We did wish that the hotel room bathroom and The Gavel (downstairs restaurant and bar) would have been updated.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Staf was great. Loved the amazing Customer Service. The location was perfect. Wasy acces to thw riverwalk.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Balcones Heights
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.
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.
Tobin Hill
Tobin Hill might not have many top sights, but San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and San Antonio Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Harry B Orem Stadium.
Pearl District
You'll love the stunning river views in Pearl District, and you might want to stick around to check out San Antonio River, a top place to visit.
