Balcones Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
River Walk
River Walk is just one of the places to see in San Antonio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and see why people love this theme park in San Antonio. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Lackland Air Force Base
Lackland Air Force Base is just one of the places to see in San Antonio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the entertainment venues and shops in this family-friendly area.
Henry B. González Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Henry B. González Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Antonio. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
San Antonio SeaWorld
Make time to visit the sea life at San Antonio SeaWorld, and find out why this is a popular attraction in San Antonio. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.
Alamodome
Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
San Antonio Zoo Any Day Ticket
Hopscotch San Antonio Immersive Art Experience
San Antonio: Witte Museum Admission Ticket
San Antonio: Twisted Trails Zip Rails, Ropes & Climbing Wall
San Antonio CityPASS®: Save on admission to 4 must-see attractions
Top hotels in Balcones Heights
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
"The area was clean"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Menger Hotel
"Great place to stay down town San Antonio"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza
"Very close to the Alamo and the River Walk. Super helpful staff, great amenities in the room, and awesome hot breakfast to start the day!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Riverwalk Plaza
"Nice place to stay! Rooms are cute and the pool is excellent. Also, location is very nice."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas
"Restaurant was great great waitstaff unhappy with room because requested patio balcony didn’t get"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Contessa
"Nice quiet part of Riverwalk, with separate living room area. Beautiful hotel."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Balcones Heights
Medical Center District
While visiting Medical Center District, you might make a stop by sights like USAA Corporate Office Headquarters and Cinemark San Antonio 16.
Shearer Hills - Ridgeview
While visiting Shearer Hills - Ridgeview, you might make a stop by sights like North Star Mall and San Pedro Driving Range & Par 3 Course.
Midtown
Unique features of Midtown include the river views and bars. Make a stop by The DoSeum or San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium while you're exploring the area.
Tobin Hill
Tobin Hill might not have many top sights, but San Antonio Museum of Art and McFarlin Tennis Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Uptown
If you're spending some time in Uptown, Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum and Alamo Quarry Market are top sights worth seeing.
Alamo Heights
You'll enjoy the museums and coffee shops in Alamo Heights. You might want to make time for a stop at San Antonio River or Toilet Seat Museum.
