SAN ANTONIO (May 5 2025) - With picture perfect weather and an abundance of new things to see and do in the Alamo City, Spring is the perfect time for a getaway to San Antonio. So many of the destination’s main attractions are free – making it affordable and as always, super family friendly.  

Some examples of why travel now to San Antonio is a good idea:  

 

Rescue, Jr. at SeaWorld San Antonio just opened.  

  • An immersive play area brings SeaWorld’s animal rescue efforts to life in a fun and educational way and celebrates the important work the zoological team does to protect and care for marine life. 

  • New features include:  

  • Beach Rescue Racer: the new 1,000-foot roller coaster with cars in the shape of a beach jeep gives guests the feeling of rushing to the rescue of animals in need.

  • Guests can embark on an exhilarating train ride adventure themed around a sea rescue on the Ocean Quest Express.

  • Tide Pool Tumble: Lets little adventurers ebb and flow as they glide in and out with the tide on a seaside joy ride.

  • Rescuers will take to the skies and soar on Seabird Swing, virtually parasailing high above the ground to observe seabirds.

  • Additionally, the delightful Seven Seas Food Festival runs through May 18 (Thursdays through Sundays) with over 100 unique dishes and beverages.

 

A Texas-sized renovation at Six Flags Fiesta Texas creates the largest DC Universe-themed area in America including opportunities to meet superheroes, super villains and all new rides: 

  • Metropolis Transit Authority: Guests soar above the park aboard a monorail-style train.  

  • CYBORG Cyber Revolution: Four mechanical arms rotate in an interlocking pattern bringing thrills to all.  

  • Shazam! Tower of Eternity: A new family-friendly drop tower that propels guests 70 feet into the sky. 

 

Also, the San Antonio Zoo (consistently ranked the top zoo in Texas) announces for spring:  

  • New "overnight with the giraffes" experience at the luxurious Spekboom Lodge. This new lodging option is in the newly-opened Naylor Savanna, the largest habitat in the zoo's 110-year history. The new section doubles the space for giraffes and rhinos and triples the space for zebras, ostriches, sitatunga, and more.  

  • A new immersive African safari-style experience with San Antonio Zoo’s all-new Conserfari Tours, an unforgettable safari-style drive through the zoo’s largest habitat, the Naylor Savanna.  

 

Beyond the theme parks and zoo, new experiences in San Antonio this spring include: 

  • New World Heritage Center at the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas shares the stories of the confluence of cultures unique to San Antonio. 

  • The Alamo Plan continues and visitors will want to see the new Alamo Plaza and Mission Gate, and the Ralston Family Collections Center which opened last year and includes part of the Phil Collins’ Collection. 

  • Hemisfair Civic Park is vibrant in the heart of downtown and guests should check out the splash pad, Yanaguana Garden, special events on the great lawn, leafy walkways and more. Phase 2 just completed in March 2025 with four new spaces:  

  • Source Plaza: A welcoming downtown getaway. 

  • The Promenade: Shady pedestrian walkway connecting downtown to Southtown. 

  • The Zocalo: Beautiful terrace with seating, tilework, water feature inspired by Spanish acequias. 

  • The Stage: New performance area on the Great Lawn for concerts and events. 

 

New spring offerings complement the culture, culinary, nightlife and more choices in the Alamo City. Plan your Spring getaway to the Alamo City at VisitSanAntonio.com. 

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