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The Alamo
Sea World San Antonio
Established in 1718 as the city’s first mission, the Alamo is the most famous spot in Texas where 189 brave Texans and Tejanos fought and died in the struggle for Texas independence in 1836. Museum contains relics and mementos from the Republic of Texas. Open Mon.-Sun. 9am5:30pm, Summer 9am-7pm. Donations accepted. (210) 281-0710 thealamo.org
The world’s largest marine life park has more than 25 spectacular shows, exhibits, rides & attractions; a marine mammal pool where guests may feed and touch dolphins. Bring swim suits for water slides, rides and wave pool. Call for specific days open and hours. Located 16 miles northwest of downtown at Ellison Drive and Westover Hills Blvd. off Hwy. 151. (800) 700-7786 seaworld.com
Buckhorn Hall of Horns, Fins and Features
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Wonder World Park Explore the historic Balcones Fault Line Cave. Catch a train ride through Texas’ largest petting park. Travel by “Stratavator” to the Tejas Observation Towers and tour the Topsy-Turvy Anti-Gravity House. IH-35 (exit 202) Wonder World Drive - 1000 Prospect Street, San Marcos. (512) 392-3760 wonderworldpark.com
River Walk (Paseo del Rio) Below street level and bordered by lush gardens and trees, the San Antonio River winds its way through downtown, creating the world-famous River Walk. Ride numerous boat tours or river taxis. Home to many attractions, points of interest, shops and restaurants. thesanantonioriverwalk.com
San Antonio Museum of Art Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the museum is located in the former Lone Star Brewery’s castle-like building - a sight no visitor can afford to miss! Art collections range from ancient art to the most contemporary. Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving & Christmas. Open Tues.,Fri.,Sat. 10am-9pm, Wed. & Thurs. 10am-5pm, Sun. 10am-6pm. (210) 978-8100 samuseum.org
San Antonio Zoo
Mission San Jose San Antonio, Texas
Ranked as one of the best in the nation, the zoo houses over 3,000 animals of 700 species and covers 25 landscaped acres at the headwaters of the San Antonio River. Open year-round at 9am Gate closes at 5pm, people leave at 6pm. Admission charge. 3903 North St. Mary’s Street. (210) 734-7184 www.sazoo.org/zootennial
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Located 15 minutes from downtown on I-10 West at La Cantera Pkwy., this 200 acre theme park celebrates Texas cultures and music in four themed areas-German, 50’s rock’ n roll, 1920’s Southwest and Hispanic. Live music shows, rides, shops, restaurants, a water park, and a “seaside” boardwalk. Open weekends in spring and fall, daily in summer. Admission charge. (210) 697-5050 sixflags.com
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The hall features a massive collection of over 3,500 specimens of horned game animal trophies from all over the world. Open daily at 10am. Admission charge. 318 E. Houston Street. (210) 247-4000 buckhornmuseum.com
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Pioneer Museum Immerse yourself in the stories of the German settlers who built Fredericksburg
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Wildseed Farms The largest
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visited by humans for over 11,000 years
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Old Tunnel State Park From approx. May to October an evening emergence of over two million bats
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Witte Museum of History & Science Features history and science exhibits, major traveling exhibits and family events. The museum’s H-E-B Science Treehouse is an interactive science center for all ages, including four levels of hands-on science exhibits, an Internet surfing room, a real treehouse, and outdoor water exhibits. Open Monday-Saturday 10-5, Tuesday 108, Sunday 12-5. Closed third Monday in October, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Admission charge. 3801 Broadway. (210) 357-1900 wittemuseum.org
Luckenbach Texas Made world
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famous by Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings when they sang “Let’s go to Luckenbach Texas…”
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Come experience one of the world’s premier caverns, Natural Bridge Caverns. Tours include the North Cavern Tour, the Jaremy Room, the Flashlight Tour, South Cavern Adventure Tour and the Watchtower Challenge! Pan for gems & minerals. Gift shop, snack bar and picnic grounds also available. Open daily. (210) 651-6101 naturalbridgecaverns.com
live musical show that rocks ’n’ rolls every weekend
Wine Road 290 Thirteen wineries strung like pearls along Highway 290 between Fredericksburg and Johnson City
Historic Main Street Over 150 shops, boutiques, art galleries, museums and restaurants along Main Street 911
San Antonio International Airport
(210) 207-3411
Baptist Medical Center
(210) 297-7000
San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau
(800) 447-3372
San Antonio Police
(210) 207-7484
San Antonio Fire & EMS
(210) 207-7744
Texas Tourist Hotline
(800) 888-8TEX
Weather Service
(210) 225-0404
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• Over 500 reptiles, Monkeys, Zebras, Wolves, Lemurs and Animals from Around the World on Display
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Natural Bridge Caverns
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Enchanted Rock State Natural Area Massive dome of pink granite
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The most popular waterpark in the United States, attracts more visitors than any other waterpark during its late-April to midSeptember season. The park is located on the banks of the spring-fed Comal River in New Braunfels, between San Antonio and Austin. Admission charge. (830) 625-2351 schlitterbahn.com
White House and ranch where LBJ hosted world leaders and made national decisions during the 60’s
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Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort
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