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Before you go
Your trip to San Antonio.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
San Antonio – Texas Destination San Antonio and Austin about 128 km from Austin
How to get there
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San Antonio International Airport (SAT) 21 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) is about 20 km from downtown, served by buses and taxis. The downtown train station receives long-distance trains. By car, Austin is about 130 km away.
How many days
Three days: one for the River Walk and the Alamo, one for the missions and the market, and one for an amusement park.
When to go
March to May and October to November, with pleasant days; in April the city usually hosts Fiesta, one of the biggest festivals in Texas. In summer the days are very hot, and the River Walk is more pleasant at night.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
For downtown, no: the River Walk, the Alamo and the cathedral are within walking distance, and the river boats serve as transport. For the missions and the parks, a car or ride-hailing service.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in San Antonio
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Morning
The Alamo
Visit the Alamo church and the garden of the old mission early in the morning, before the heat.
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Afternoon
River Walk
Descend to the River Walk and take the boat tour along the river, followed by a walk up to the Tower of the Americas.
2 days in San Antonio
Day 2
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Morning
San Antonio Missions
Head south to the San José and Concepción missions, with their 18th-century stone churches.
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Afternoon
Market Square and San Fernando
Return to downtown, stop by Market Square, and in the evening watch the light projection on the façade of the Cathedral of San Fernando.
3 days in San Antonio
Day 3
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All day
Amusement park
Spend the day at Six Flags Fiesta Texas or SeaWorld San Antonio, both about 20 km from downtown.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in San Antonio with kids?
Six Flags Fiesta Texas and SeaWorld San Antonio, the River Walk boat ride and the Tower of the Americas.
Is the River Walk close to the Alamo?
Yes. The Alamo is a few minutes on foot from one of the central stretches of the River Walk.
How long does it take from San Antonio to Austin?
About an hour and a half by car via Highway 35, longer during rush hours.
What time zone is San Antonio in?
UTC−6 in standard time (Central Time) and UTC−5 from March to November, during daylight saving time.