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Modern day San Antonio is a bustling cosmopolitan town with plenty to see and do for the casual visitor. Amongst other things, it boasts the Alamo – a building famous for the legendary 1836 battle between Davy Crockett, Colonel James Bowie and a handful of other Texans against 5000 Mexican troops. The Texan defenders held off the Mexican advance for 13 days until they finally fell. This event is the source of the famous Texan battle cry ‘Remember the Alamo'. However, San Antonio has far more to offer than its famous old fort: it's a light, airy city that enjoys a superb climate for most of the year, so wandering around the many places of interest, whether it be the art museums or historic buildings or themed shopping centers, is a delight.

San Antonio Attractions

The Alamo
Alamo Plaza, San Antonio 78205
Tel: +1 210 225 1391

The most famous spot in Texas where 189 defenders fell on March 6, 1836, after repeated attacks by the Mexican Army. Mission San Antonio de Valero (The Alamo) was the city's first mission and its chapel, one of the most photographed facades in the nation, and the Long Barrack are all that remain of the original fort. The museum has relics and mementoes from the Republic of Texas. Opening hours: Monday-Saturday; 9:00 a.m.- 5:30 p.m., Sunday; 10:00 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.

San Antonio Museum of Art
200 West Jones Avenue, San Antonio 78215
Tel: +1 210 829 7262

Housed in the historic 1884 Lone Star Brewery near the heart of downtown, the San Antonio Museum of Art is home to the region's finest display of Egyptian, Greek and Roman antiquities; Asian art; European and American paintings; decorative arts, and contemporary art. It is also a center for the study and appreciation of Latin American art. The Nelson A. Rockefeller Center for Latin American Art, opened in October of 1998 and displays a Latin American collection, which includes Spanish Colonial/Republican art, modern/contemporary art, folk art and pre-Columbian art.

Alamodome
100 Montana Street, San Antonio 78203
Tel: +1 210 207 3652

The Alamodome hosts hundreds of live events every year and is the home of the World Champion San Antonio Spurs. Home to the largest events, concerts and athletic competitions for more than a decade.

Paseo del Rio River Walk
San Antonio

The Paseo del Rio, in the heart of downtown, is the pride of the city. Lush green foliage lines the banks of this peaceful jade-green, historic river. Cobblestone walkways lead visitors to the river-level restaurants and shops.

Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum
6000 North New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio 78209
Tel: +1 210 824 5368

Set on a hill with excellent views of downtown, this Spanish Mediterranean-style mansion contains a fine collection of French Post-Impressionist and early 20th-century European paintings. Open: Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday noon to 5:00 pm.

San Antonio Missions National Historic Park
2202 Roosevelt Avenue, San Antonio 78204
Tel: +1 210 229 5701

Originally the Alamo was the first of five Franciscan missions along the San Antonio valley. The other four, which are still active parishes, are within this park. Open daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Witte Museum
3810 Broadway, San Antonio 78209
Tel: +1 210 820 2111

San Antonio's premier museum, the Witte features history and science exhibits, major national traveling exhibits, family events, live gallery theater, and overnight camp-ins for children. Highlights include Texas dinosaurs, an Egyptian exhibit and mummy and historic homes from San Antonio on the grounds.