Balcones Heights Travel Guide
San Antonio
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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.
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 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.
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.
San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium
There are nearly 800 wild and wonderful species at the zoo in the center of Brackenridge Park, not far from the city center.
Henry B. González Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Henry B. González Convention Center during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
San Antonio Zoo Any Day Ticket including ZooLights
San Antonio: Tower of the Americas Entry Ticket
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio
The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum Admission
San Antonio: Briscoe Western Art Museum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Balcones Heights
Crockett Hotel
All good, safe, clean and comfortable, the food of tavern it’s pretty good.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Room was great, would prefer an empty fridge to put my own drinks in and a little more info at check in such as spa amenities and hours but would definitely recommend and would definitely stay there again
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch, San Antonio
Activities
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Menger Hotel
Very good stay
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Riverwalk Plaza
Good location, bathroom fan didn’t work, tv didn’t work, some workout equipment didn’t work. None of which i brought up to management as i was mainly there for location. Big room but no sitting area besides bed. They had plenty of booze in room for purchase.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
The staff. So friendly and nice. And everywhere, from the valet, to check in, to staff helping at food events. So nice, friendly, and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 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.
Midtown
Unique features of Midtown include the river views and bars. Make a stop by San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium or San Antonio River while you're exploring the area.
Tobin Hill
Tobin Hill might not have many top sights, but San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and San Antonio Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Uptown
If you're spending some time in Uptown, San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum 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 Harry B Orem Stadium.
Pearl District
You'll love the stunning river views in Pearl District, and you might want to stick around to check out San Antonio River, a top place to visit.
