Fort Sam Houston Travel Guide

San Antonio

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Stay near popular Fort Sam Houston attractions

United States Army Medical Department Museum

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You can spend time studying the exhibits at United States Army Medical Department Museum during your trip to San Antonio. Discover the lively festivals in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
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Things to do

San Antonio Zoo Any Day Ticket including ZooLights

San Antonio: Zoo Entry & Zoorassic Park Dinosaur Experience

฿972
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Antonio: Zoo Entry & Zoorassic Park Dinosaur Experience
SEA LIFE San Antonio

SEA LIFE San Antonio

฿925
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE San Antonio
San Antonio: Fredericksburg Wineries Day Trip with Tastings

San Antonio: Fredericksburg Wineries Day Trip with Tastings

฿5,880
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Antonio: Fredericksburg Wineries Day Trip with Tastings
San Antonio: Witte Museum Admission Ticket

San Antonio: Witte Museum Admission Ticket

฿558
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Antonio: Witte Museum Admission Ticket
Entrance to the Hard Rock Cafe in San Antonio

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio

฿1,314
per traveller
74% of travellers recommend
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape

The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape

฿1,051
per adult
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape
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Where to stay in Fort Sam Houston

Find the best Fort Sam Houston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown San Antonio

A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from San Antonio River to Alamodome – discover Downtown San Antonio, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

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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.

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Uptown

If you're spending some time in Uptown, San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and San Antonio River are top sights worth seeing.

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Medical Center District

While visiting Medical Center District, you might make a stop by sights like USAA Corporate Office Headquarters and The San Antonio Art Institute.

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Stone Oak

Stone Oak is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Stone Creek Village and Stone Ridge Market while you're in town.

Fort Sam Houston Travel Guide