Guidebook for San Antonio

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Guidebook for San Antonio

Food Scene

Locally owned. Reasonably priced. Great food. Favorite neighborhood walk in restaurant. Friendly staff.
56 locals recommend
Southtown Pizzeria
728 S Presa St
56 locals recommend
Locally owned. Reasonably priced. Great food. Favorite neighborhood walk in restaurant. Friendly staff.
One of many restaurants in Blue Star. Good food, brew pub with live music most weekends. Local crowd. Bike rentals available.
150 locals recommend
Blue Star Contemporary
116 Blue Star
150 locals recommend
One of many restaurants in Blue Star. Good food, brew pub with live music most weekends. Local crowd. Bike rentals available.
Great locally owned restaurant bar in King William Historic District. Open late. Music on Tuesday night and some weekends. Excellent food. Great brunch on Sundays.
114 locals recommend
Liberty Bar
1111 S Alamo St
114 locals recommend
Great locally owned restaurant bar in King William Historic District. Open late. Music on Tuesday night and some weekends. Excellent food. Great brunch on Sundays.
Iconic San Antonio Mexican food located near King William.
17 locals recommend
El Mirador
722 S St Mary's St
17 locals recommend
Iconic San Antonio Mexican food located near King William.
Quaint, locally owned. King William Historic District. Funky interiors. Sandwiches, salads, soups, quiches. Coffee, teas beer and wine. Great place to sit and read or work on your laptop.
52 locals recommend
Madhatters Tea House & Cafe
320 Beauregard St
52 locals recommend
Quaint, locally owned. King William Historic District. Funky interiors. Sandwiches, salads, soups, quiches. Coffee, teas beer and wine. Great place to sit and read or work on your laptop.
King William's newest restaurant. The food is great! The bar is fabulous. It's pretty noisy. This former fire station has been beautifully restored and is worth the visit. Reservations are usually needed. It's a pretty hot spot.
98 locals recommend
Battalion
604 S Alamo St
98 locals recommend
King William's newest restaurant. The food is great! The bar is fabulous. It's pretty noisy. This former fire station has been beautifully restored and is worth the visit. Reservations are usually needed. It's a pretty hot spot.
San Antonio's own chef Mark Bliss is a treasure! This former Magnolia gas station was lovingly restored as restaurant and bar. There is a neat outside patio with a fire pit that has stunning views of the Tower of the America's. The food is perfection. The wine selection is exquisite. A little noisy. Excellent service.
123 locals recommend
Bliss
926 S Presa St
123 locals recommend
San Antonio's own chef Mark Bliss is a treasure! This former Magnolia gas station was lovingly restored as restaurant and bar. There is a neat outside patio with a fire pit that has stunning views of the Tower of the America's. The food is perfection. The wine selection is exquisite. A little noisy. Excellent service.
Located in King William. Perfect for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Home to the Pioneer Flour Mills which was founded by the Guenther family. The restaurant is their former home and sits on the banks of the San Antonio River. Known for their wonderful baked goods.
140 locals recommend
The Guenther House Museum
205 E Guenther St
140 locals recommend
Located in King William. Perfect for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Home to the Pioneer Flour Mills which was founded by the Guenther family. The restaurant is their former home and sits on the banks of the San Antonio River. Known for their wonderful baked goods.
Puro San Antonio! Tacos, beer, local. Live music most weekends. Breakfast everyday.
45 locals recommend
The Patio Southtown
1035 S Presa St
45 locals recommend
Puro San Antonio! Tacos, beer, local. Live music most weekends. Breakfast everyday.
Local outdoor dining and drinks. Family friendly. Dog friendly. Big screen TV's to watch sports. Street food menu: tacos, burgers, nachos, beer, wine....
194 locals recommend
The Friendly Spot Ice House
943 S Alamo St
194 locals recommend
Local outdoor dining and drinks. Family friendly. Dog friendly. Big screen TV's to watch sports. Street food menu: tacos, burgers, nachos, beer, wine....
Local. Best burgers. Less that a mile from the building. Drive through or dine in. Breakfast served until 11am. Open til 10pm.
86 locals recommend
Whataburger
3130 Broadway
86 locals recommend
Local. Best burgers. Less that a mile from the building. Drive through or dine in. Breakfast served until 11am. Open til 10pm.
New American cuisine with a Mediterranean flair in a variety of appetizers, entrees and "small plates.
75 locals recommend
Feast
1024 S Alamo St
75 locals recommend
New American cuisine with a Mediterranean flair in a variety of appetizers, entrees and "small plates.
Fun spot to dine inside or out. Tex-Mex and American classics.
87 locals recommend
La Tuna
100 Probandt St
87 locals recommend
Fun spot to dine inside or out. Tex-Mex and American classics.
Good coffee right up the street. Beans are roasted in-house and there is a selection of locally made baked goods.
23 locals recommend
White Elephant Coffee Company
110 W Carolina St
23 locals recommend
Good coffee right up the street. Beans are roasted in-house and there is a selection of locally made baked goods.
New American bistro with wood-grilled steaks, seafood, table side guacamole, cocktails & a patio.
73 locals recommend
Boudro's
421 East Commerce Street
73 locals recommend
New American bistro with wood-grilled steaks, seafood, table side guacamole, cocktails & a patio.
Landmark Mexican cafe & bakery with classic fare, margaritas & mariachis in festive digs open 24/7.
231 locals recommend
Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia
218 Produce Row
231 locals recommend
Landmark Mexican cafe & bakery with classic fare, margaritas & mariachis in festive digs open 24/7.
Lively Market Square eatery with sizzling fajitas, seafood, margaritas, mariachis & patio dining.
22 locals recommend
La Margarita Mexican Restaurant & Oyster Bar
120 Produce Row
22 locals recommend
Lively Market Square eatery with sizzling fajitas, seafood, margaritas, mariachis & patio dining.
Chic eatery serving American fare in an old-world setting with a cocktail lounge, patio & live jazz.
47 locals recommend
Bohanan's Prime Steaks and Seafood
219 E Houston St
47 locals recommend
Chic eatery serving American fare in an old-world setting with a cocktail lounge, patio & live jazz.
Offbeat counter-serve kitchen & bar for big plates of high-end eats served in a funky outside space.
59 locals recommend
The Luxury
103 E Jones Ave
59 locals recommend
Offbeat counter-serve kitchen & bar for big plates of high-end eats served in a funky outside space.
Small, white table cloth, full bar. Neighborhood fine dining. You can't miss. Open for dinner.
25 locals recommend
Bite
1012 S Presa St
25 locals recommend
Small, white table cloth, full bar. Neighborhood fine dining. You can't miss. Open for dinner.

Parks & Nature

Just a short walk to the trailhead for the San Antonio Mission Hike and Bike trail. Walk or bike along the San Antonio River all the way to the historic Missions (San Jose, Concepcion and Espada). See the acequias. Kayaking is available (seasonal).
15 locals recommend
Mission Hike and Bike Trails
San Antonio River Walk
15 locals recommend
Just a short walk to the trailhead for the San Antonio Mission Hike and Bike trail. Walk or bike along the San Antonio River all the way to the historic Missions (San Jose, Concepcion and Espada). See the acequias. Kayaking is available (seasonal).
Walk in the Park. Great for kids. Paletta and gelato shop. Play giant chess. Walk to the Tower. See historic and restored homes. Visit the Institute of Texas Cultures. Bike rentals.
122 locals recommend
Hemisfair
122 locals recommend
Walk in the Park. Great for kids. Paletta and gelato shop. Play giant chess. Walk to the Tower. See historic and restored homes. Visit the Institute of Texas Cultures. Bike rentals.
One of San Antonio's oldest parks. Spend a relaxing day in the park. Bring a picnic basket and make a day of it. Across the street from Mercury Project. The Mission Reach of the River is adjacent to the Park.
18 locals recommend
Roosevelt Park
331 Roosevelt Ave
18 locals recommend
One of San Antonio's oldest parks. Spend a relaxing day in the park. Bring a picnic basket and make a day of it. Across the street from Mercury Project. The Mission Reach of the River is adjacent to the Park.
Amazing place to go for Birding!
6 locals recommend
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
10750 Pleasanton Rd
6 locals recommend
Amazing place to go for Birding!

Sightseeing

Remember the Alamo!
879 locals recommend
The Alamo
300 Alamo Plaza
879 locals recommend
Remember the Alamo!
The oldest operating cathedral in the United States. The remains of the Heroes of the Alamo are interred at the rear alter. The Saga of Texas art/light show Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Free admission, worth seeing!
108 locals recommend
San Fernando Cathedral
115 Main Plaza
108 locals recommend
The oldest operating cathedral in the United States. The remains of the Heroes of the Alamo are interred at the rear alter. The Saga of Texas art/light show Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Free admission, worth seeing!
San Antonio's oldest historic neighborhood. Beautiful homes. Fabulous restaurants. Night life. Art scene.
14 locals recommend
King William Street
King William Street
14 locals recommend
San Antonio's oldest historic neighborhood. Beautiful homes. Fabulous restaurants. Night life. Art scene.
Mission San Jose, Espada, Concepcion and the Acequia can be reached by foot or bike via the Mission Reach of the River. Just cross the street and walk along Yellowstone about a block to reach the river. Enjoy the natural beauty of the San Antonio River as you travel to the historic Missions.
63 locals recommend
Mission San Jose
63 locals recommend
Mission San Jose, Espada, Concepcion and the Acequia can be reached by foot or bike via the Mission Reach of the River. Just cross the street and walk along Yellowstone about a block to reach the river. Enjoy the natural beauty of the San Antonio River as you travel to the historic Missions.
32 locals recommend
Mission Espada
10040 Espada Rd
32 locals recommend
135 locals recommend
Mission Concepcion
807 Mission Rd
135 locals recommend
The Acequia in the Missions area still in operation was built by the Spanish Padres that founded the Missions. The Acequia is an engineering wonder which helped farming in the area, dates back to 1700's
Acequia
Acequia
The Acequia in the Missions area still in operation was built by the Spanish Padres that founded the Missions. The Acequia is an engineering wonder which helped farming in the area, dates back to 1700's
Home to the Spanish Governor early 1700's. Settled by the original Spanish settlers from the Canary Islands.
22 locals recommend
Spanish Governor's Palace
105 Plaza De Armas
22 locals recommend
Home to the Spanish Governor early 1700's. Settled by the original Spanish settlers from the Canary Islands.

Entertainment & Activities

Uniquely San Antonio
804 locals recommend
San Antonio River Walk
610 River Walk
804 locals recommend
Uniquely San Antonio

Arts & Culture

Blue Star Arts Complex. Walking distance (via the River extension trail way). Food, night life, entertainment, art, bike rentals.
98 locals recommend
Blue Star Coffee
98 locals recommend
Blue Star Arts Complex. Walking distance (via the River extension trail way). Food, night life, entertainment, art, bike rentals.
Wonderful selection of shows big and small. Home of the San Antonio Symphony.
91 locals recommend
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
100 Auditorium Cir
91 locals recommend
Wonderful selection of shows big and small. Home of the San Antonio Symphony.
San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. Incredibly ornate decor! A must see!
123 locals recommend
Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
123 locals recommend
San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. Incredibly ornate decor! A must see!
One of San Antonio's oldest and most beautiful theaters. Located right on the River Walk.
16 locals recommend
Aztec Theater
16 locals recommend
One of San Antonio's oldest and most beautiful theaters. Located right on the River Walk.
The McNay Art Museum, named for founder Marion Koogler McNay, is the first museum of modern art in Texas. The museum is a 24-room Spanish Colonial-Revival house turned art museum. At her death in 1950, Marion Koogler left her collection of more than 700 works of art, along with the house, the surrounding 23 acres, and an endowment to establish this unique museum. It is one of the best museums in the country!
346 locals recommend
McNay Art Museum
6000 N New Braunfels Ave
346 locals recommend
The McNay Art Museum, named for founder Marion Koogler McNay, is the first museum of modern art in Texas. The museum is a 24-room Spanish Colonial-Revival house turned art museum. At her death in 1950, Marion Koogler left her collection of more than 700 works of art, along with the house, the surrounding 23 acres, and an endowment to establish this unique museum. It is one of the best museums in the country!
1906 Building in the Lone Star Art District. Showcasing local artists monthly in conjunction with Second Saturday openings in the area with emphasis on screenprinters and their artwork.
Benavides Picture Framing
1906 S Flores St
1906 Building in the Lone Star Art District. Showcasing local artists monthly in conjunction with Second Saturday openings in the area with emphasis on screenprinters and their artwork.
Located on the River Walk, the San Antonio Museum of Art has large collections of ancient Mediterranean art, Asian art and Latin American art with a notable contemporary collection.
352 locals recommend
San Antonio Museum of Art
200 W Jones Ave
352 locals recommend
Located on the River Walk, the San Antonio Museum of Art has large collections of ancient Mediterranean art, Asian art and Latin American art with a notable contemporary collection.
Southwest School of Art is a nationally-recognized leader in arts education and the only independent college of art in Texas. In addition to BFA degree program, offers studio programs that serve more than 4,000 adults, children and teens each year. Hosts contemporary art exhibitions and produce educational programming for the benefit of the greater San Antonio community, all of which, is provided free and is open to the public.
11 locals recommend
Southwest School of Art
300 Augusta St
11 locals recommend
Southwest School of Art is a nationally-recognized leader in arts education and the only independent college of art in Texas. In addition to BFA degree program, offers studio programs that serve more than 4,000 adults, children and teens each year. Hosts contemporary art exhibitions and produce educational programming for the benefit of the greater San Antonio community, all of which, is provided free and is open to the public.

Essentials

Small grocery store with everything you might need. Great handmade artisan pizza (2 free beers with an order while you wait). Gas pumps. Great wine and beer selections. All the essentials.
354 locals recommend
H-E-B
2118 Fredericksburg Road
354 locals recommend
Small grocery store with everything you might need. Great handmade artisan pizza (2 free beers with an order while you wait). Gas pumps. Great wine and beer selections. All the essentials.
Natural and environmentally safe dry cleaning and laundry very close by.
Clothesline Cleaners
1006 S St Mary's St
Natural and environmentally safe dry cleaning and laundry very close by.
A bit out of the way but not too far. The triple ginger snaps are worth it.
69 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
350 E Basse Rd
69 locals recommend
A bit out of the way but not too far. The triple ginger snaps are worth it.
Upscale grocery store with quite literally something for everyone.
168 locals recommend
Central Market
4821 Broadway
168 locals recommend
Upscale grocery store with quite literally something for everyone.
Located in a restored/reclaimed rock quarry. Specializes in selling food products without artificial preservatives, colors, flavors, sweeteners, and hydrogenated fats.
77 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
255 E Basse Rd
77 locals recommend
Located in a restored/reclaimed rock quarry. Specializes in selling food products without artificial preservatives, colors, flavors, sweeteners, and hydrogenated fats.

Shopping

Wonderful artisan market featuring shops and galleries that offer handcrafted items by artists from San Antonio and surrounding areas.
87 locals recommend
La Villita Historic Arts Village
418 Villita St
87 locals recommend
Wonderful artisan market featuring shops and galleries that offer handcrafted items by artists from San Antonio and surrounding areas.
"Local flavor since 1883" Former brewery operating from 1883 to 2001. Shopping, dining, green spaces, ampitheater, and more! Always something happening at the Pearl.
527 locals recommend
Pearl Brewery
303 Pearl Pkwy
527 locals recommend
"Local flavor since 1883" Former brewery operating from 1883 to 2001. Shopping, dining, green spaces, ampitheater, and more! Always something happening at the Pearl.
Local clothing company that includes a parking lot full of vintage Airstreams where you can get a haircut in the Traveler Barbershop, drink coffee from Mila, housed in a Cargo Craft trailer; and hunt for the perfect denim jacket at Grey Moon Vintage. There is also an adventure goods shop (Bexar Goods) specializing in leather accessories, and an old school bus filled with new, modern goods (Redcat). This place is fun!
Richter Goods
2202 Broadway
Local clothing company that includes a parking lot full of vintage Airstreams where you can get a haircut in the Traveler Barbershop, drink coffee from Mila, housed in a Cargo Craft trailer; and hunt for the perfect denim jacket at Grey Moon Vintage. There is also an adventure goods shop (Bexar Goods) specializing in leather accessories, and an old school bus filled with new, modern goods (Redcat). This place is fun!