Updated June 2021
The River Walk, Alamo, and a rich Texan culture. But beyond that, San Antonio is filled hidden gems from adorable eateries to historic hotels. Explore our suggestions below and keep this guide handy for your next trip to San Antonio!
TO DO
TO DO
• Walk the San Antonio River Walk
• Visit the Japanese Tea Garden
• Visit The Alamo
• Take all the photos at the San Antonio Botanical Garden
• Float the Guadalupe River in the summer
• Enjoy live music at Pearl Brewery
• Go on the #2 Ghost Tour in the Country with Sisters Grimm
• See the San Antonio Museum of Art
• Visit during Fiesta in April
TO EAT
TO EAT
- Augie's BBQ | for SA BBQ
- Bohanan's | incredible steak
- Brasserie Mon Chou Chou | French comfort food
- El Remedio | food truck tacos
- La Fonda On Main | oldest Mexican food restaurant in SA
- Little Em's | the cutest oyster bar
- Mi Tierra | 24 hour decorated Tex-Mex spot
- Ocho Lounge | glass conservatory great for Sunday brunch
- Pearl Farmers Market | wander the vendors
- Revolución Coffee + Juice | Instagrammable rooftop açaí bowls
pictured: Little Em's
TO DRINK
TO DRINK
- Bar 1919 | modern speakeasy
- Cuishe Cocina Mexicana | great for happy hour, 2-7pm daily
- Espada Coffee | Instagrammable pink coffee truck
- Esquire Tavern | Texas’ longest wooden bar top
- Sam's Burger Joint | burgers and live music for one of the best venues in the Southwest
- Sangria on the Burg | sangria flight
- Seersucker Southern Style Gin | tour the distillery
- Southerleigh Brewing Co. | stunning brewery in The Pearl
photo courtesy of Seersucker Southern Style Gin
TO SHOP
TO SHOP
- Historic Market Square | largest Mexican market in the US
- La Villita Historic Arts Village | adorable and historic walking area
- St. Paul Square | culturally rich area
- The Shops at La Cantera | charming outdoor environment
photo courtesy of St. Paul Square
TO STAY
TO STAY
- Hotel Contessa | picturesque, Spanish flair
- Hotel Emma | iconic spot at the Pearl
- Hotel Havana | historic hotel built in 1914
- Hotel Valencia Riverwalk | luxury boutique hotel
- La Cantera | luxury hill country resort
- Menger Hotel | architecturally gorgeous (and haunted)
- Thompson Hotel | opening this Spring
photo courtesy of Hotel Contessa