Best Budget-Friendly Things to Do in San Antonio
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Best Budget-Friendly Things to Do in San Antonio
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Historic Sites • Missions
Harlandale
Zoos
Uptown Broadway
Admission tickets from C$37
Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums
Uptown Broadway
Speciality Museums
Downtown
Admission tickets from C$32
Architectural Buildings • Observation Decks & Towers
Downtown
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Downtown
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Downtown
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What travellers are saying
- Elaine BClarks Summit, PA50 contributionsWonderful experience! Loved learning more about The Alamo. We took the ride on the river which was informative and enjoyable. We ate at the Prost Haus and food and service was great!Written March 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elaine BClarks Summit, PA50 contributionsI relearned about the Alamo. When you are young it doesn’t mean much to you but once you age history seems to be much more interesting.Written March 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sheila ZKaty, TX23 contributionsI will say this was the most flawless evening! I really appreciated the servers asking the attendees for their allergen requirements prior to serving. I felt relaxed knowing they were taken care of. Everyone seemed to enjoy the food and drinks. Adding the games with drinks and apps made for a nice transition before dinner and allowed for relaxation and fun. The feed back from the ropes course was all good. The cavern tour was beautiful, and our guide was informed and courteous. This was a wonderful experience and so glad we decided on this for our team building event!Written March 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tiffany LJacksonville, FL3 contributionsIt’s a beautiful place. Andrew, our tour guide, did a fantastic job at providing information. It was informative and entertaining, 45 mins is just the right amount of time. It’s free, highly recommend. Thanks Andrew!Written February 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PattiMinnesota17 contributionsBeautiful cathedral, well worth the visit. There is a very nice light show also in the evening, highly recommend touring the cathedral and seeing the light show.Written March 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- pmlaqueNew Iberia, LA111 contributionsThe Japanese Tea Gardens were well worth seeing.
I highly recommend it.
Very close to the San Antonio zoo.
Lots of parking.
A snack bar and small restaurant are available,as well as, restrooms.Written March 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Trina B7 contributionsWe enjoyed our visit to the Missions National Historical Park. It was very educational. The rangers were pleasant and helpful. We recommend visiting at least Mission San Jose first before The Alamo. You will learn about the time of the missions. This is well worth your time to visit!Written March 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- C8281XNjtBoise, ID23 contributionsThe cruise was great and informative.
The river for the most part was clean. The History was interesting and well discussed.
Recommend the cruise or a walk around.Written June 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - @Longdog29 contributionsI didn't know what to expect since it is January even though it was 70 degrees the day we visited. We did have freezes last week. There was a lot to see with winter gardens and there are also a lot of tropical plants in greenhouses. We enjoyed it all. One complaint is that they really need to give you a map as it is a large area to walk or they could at least place board maps strategically around the park so you can tell where you are. Prices will put it out of many families budgets.Written January 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DeidreNYCNew York City, NY33 contributionsThis art museum showcases the private art collection of San Antonio heiress Marion McNay, the museum's founder, in her former mansion. I live in NYC, so I get my fill of art, but the collection here is beautifully curated. There is only one Alice Neel painting, for example, but it is an evocative portrait of a Black girl holding a blue-eyed doll. Paul Gauguin is represented by a bracing self-portrait and a Tahiti painting that features a young nun in her habit sitting amid the islanders that Gauguin is known for painting. There was other contemporary art by unfamiliar artists that was creative and thought-provoking. The museum has a peaceful courtyard in the center to rest your eyes and breathe. Don't miss the short video on the second floor about McNay's fascinating life (four husbands, no less!).Written March 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Slim SLacombe, Canada19 contributionsFantastic!! REALLY captures the west in vision and spirt. I go to western museums when ever and where ever I can find them and this is one of the best. I really enjoyed all the western (cowboy and Indian) statues inside and out. Excellent spur saddle and firearms displays. Great western sculptures and art, chuck wagons, stage coaches and a very professional presentation through out. My wife loved it as well. Don’t miss itWritten February 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- havefunawayCrescent Springs, KY290 contributionsIt says this is walkable from one to another mission but it would take some time and distance to see them all....we drove. We saw and experienced mission Conception, San Jose and San Juan. There was actually a wedding starting at the last mission so we did not get to experience that one. If I recall correctly, San Jose was my favorite and had a chapel you could "light" a candle in and a tribute to the victims of the Uvalde mass shooting, so sad. You can enter and pray (or not) in each one and read (or not) all the history that took place on the grounds and in the area. It is definitely not in a 'touristy' area so it helps to do your homework before you go as to location and what to expect. Signage is good tho.Written February 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ankur SAustin, TX4 contributionsVisited on a weekday, crowd was on the lower side. Parking was comfortable and available though ticket prices are on the higher side as they cater only to your admission. There are other activities inside for which you have to pay extra, photos with Santa and animals are charged in excess of $40, which is definitely way too high. The animals are fun and they have every animal which was claimed on their website so you will not feel disappointed. My 10 yr old son and teen daughter had a blast, esp. the kangaroo interaction was fun. Go out and enjoy for approx 3 hrs but be ready to pay extra!Written November 26, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 404HappyTravellerSaskatchewan, Canada496 contributionsWe were staying just across the road from the King William Historic District / neighbourhood, so once we found the district’s office and picked up the self guided tour map and brochure, we were off. It was quite a hot afternoon, but very pleasant walking in and out of the shade of all the mature trees lining the streets. The map was easy to follow, and the brochure had photos and brief but interesting and informative write ups about each house. Very impressed with the entire neighborhood and the dedicated people who have put so much time and effort into this project. The houses are so very impressive each in their own way.Written February 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Chris WCorpus Christi, TX74 contributionsRanger was cool. Mission was awesome. The old guy in the church telling us the history was a little too intense and not very friendly. Heads up on that.Written November 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.