Exterior view of the Alamo.

Things To Do in San Antonio

Experience the Alamo City like a local during your upcoming trip to San Antonio! A truly singular American city, San Antonio’s iconic Spanish architecture, vibrant dining scene, and bustling riverwalk create a unique atmosphere where the city’s rich history harmoniously blends with its modern mindset. Where else other than San Antonio can you spend the morning at the Alamo, pop into the breathtaking San Fernando Cathedral, treat yourself to an artful fine dining tasting menu, and catch a world-class show at the magnificent Majestic Theatre.

The front of the Alamo at sunset.

The Alamo

Step back in time and experience American history as you explore the legendary grounds of the Alamo. Take a tour, learn about the battle, and always remember the Alamo.

Distance from the hotel: About a two-minute walk

San Antonio Riverwalk

Eat, drink, and shop your way through historic San Antonio along the nationally-renowned Riverwalk. During your adventure, take a river tour, check out the Briscoe Western Art Museum, or grab some tacos at a waterfront patio!

Distance from the hotel: About a five-minute walk

The San Antonio Riverwalk at night.
A column at the Henry B. González Convention Center.

Henry B Gonzalez Convention Center

With over 1.6 million square feet of convention space, San Antonio’s Henry B Gonzalez Convention Center hosts some of the biggest trade shows, conferences, and cultural events in all of Texas!

Distance from the hotel: About a three-minute drive or an 18-minute walk

San Antonio Zoo

See the pandas, giraffes, flamingos, and over 750 other majestic species from around the world in Brackenridge Park’s San Antonio Zoo. The zoo is open daily and tickets cost $14.25 for adults and $11.25 for children.

Distance from the hotel: About a ten-minute drive

Close up of tiger's head while it's roaring.
Close up of basketball on the court.

The Alamodome

Whether you’re cheering on the Spurs as the march towards another divisional title or attending on of San Antonio’s biggest concerts, you’ll find the city’s most electric events at the iconic Alamodome.

Distance from the hotel: About a 5-minute drive or a 20-minute walk

San Antonio Missions

Don’t miss some of San Antonio’s most beautiful and historic landmarks during your upcoming visit! Located throughout the city, sites like the Cathedral of San Fernando, the Mission San José, and the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, San Antonio feature some of the most photogenic architecture in the United States.

The San Antonio Missions

Hear From Our Recent Guests

Freddy from Blueperk

We recently received a visit from lifestyle and travel blogger Freddy Rogriguez from Blueperk! Learn more about his visit to San Antonio and his adventures around the city, filled with San Antonio’s best tacos, a few gorgeous murals, and a tour of the iconic San Antonio Riverwalk!

Caroline from yTravel

Caroline Makepeace from the yTravel Blog made the Emily Morgan hotel her home for her recent trip to San Antonio. She soaked up history with a visit to the Alamo, reflected beneath the courtyard’s historic oak tree, and savored the amazing views from her Alamo view room at our boutique San Antonio hotel!