River Walk
Beside the San Antonio River, stone pathways connect shops, restaurants, hotels and museums with a blend of historic and modern architecture. As the heart of the city, the River Walk will soon extend from two to thirteen miles, connecting many of San Antonio's prestigious museums and historic districts with beautifully preserved 18th century, Spanish Colonial missions.
 

	Botanical Garden This 33-acre living museum entices visitors with seasonal floral displays, a serene native forest walk, exotic plant specimens from around the world, modernistic glass pyramids and even an authentic log cabin.
	Brackenridge Park This 343.7-acre park is adjacent to the San Antonio Zoo and River and has many recreational activities for families. The park also includes the Japanese Tea Garden with year-round floral displays, stone bridges, and a 60-foot waterfall.
	Brackenridge Park Golf Course (1915) The Brackenridge Golf Course, the oldest 18-hole public course in the state, was designed in 1915 and hosted the first Texas Open in 1922. Today, the course is still a true test of shot-making. Brackenridge Park Golf Course Makes its Comeback
	Enchanted Springs Ranch An authentic old west town to explore, take a tractor wagon ride through a working ranch of Texas longhorns, horses, buffalo and lots of exotic animals.
	HemisFair Park Built to host the 1968 World's Fair, the parks lushly landscaped areas and dramatic, cascading waterfalls offer a refreshing retreat from city streets and includes the 750-foot tall Tower of the Americas.
	Historic Sunset Station at St. Paul Square  Sunset Station, nestled in the historic St. Paul district, offers a unique experience in downtown San Antonio. Partake in a self paced walking tour to marvel at turn of the century architecture; catch concerts ranging from all genres of music; and dine at Aldacos Fine Mexican Cuisine or Ruths Chris Steak House.
	Japanese Tea Garden Adjacent to the Sunken Garden Theater in Brackenridge Park, features beautiful floral displays, a waterfall and a habitat for Koi and aquatic plants.
	King William Historic District Zoned as the state's first historic district, in the late 1800's this 25-block area near downtown was settled by prominent German merchants and was the most elegant residential area in the city.
	La Villita Historic Arts Village La Villita is home to many delicious restaurants and shops featuring art galleries, crafts, jewelry and clothing.
	Main Plaza San Antonio's Main Plaza dates back to the early 1700's and was lovingly restored by the city in 2008, vitalizing the city's center.
	The Market Square (El Mercado) Featuring the largest Mexican market in the U.S., the Market Square provides a variety of dining, shopping and festivals.
	Natural Bridge Caverns  Experience one of the world's premier caverns, Natural Bridge Caverns. Take one of three tours and see what millions of others have seen - an incredible underground world of natural beauty.
	Old Spanish Trail  From St. Augustine, Florida to San Diego, California, the Old Spanish Trail links cities of Spanish conquest and settlement.
	San Antonio Zoo The San Antonio Zoo is ranked as one of the best zoos in the nation exhibiting over 3,500 animals of 600 species. Located at the headwaters of the San Antonio River, the Zoo encompasses 35 landscaped acres
	San Pedro Springs Park A beautiful place for a family event or afternoon stroll, the San Pedro Park is San Antonio’s oldest park and the second oldest park in the US behind Boston Common.

For more information about historical attractions in San Antonio, go to History and Heritage.