Fort Sam Houston 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 entertainment choices and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

Alamo
Learn about the fierce Battle of the Alamo and pay your respects to those lost during the Texan Revolution at this historical complex.

Alamodome
Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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.
Things to do

San Antonio Zoo Any Day Ticket including ZooLights

San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns

San Antonio: Tower of the Americas Entry Ticket

The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum Admission

The Amazing Mirror Maze and Escape Room
Top hotels in Fort Sam Houston

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
I didn't have breakfast it wasn't offered
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Riverwalk Plaza
Rooms were clean ,Hotel was close to everything,enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
Everything was excellent.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch, San Antonio
Amazing property! Amenities. Clean space clean room. Love the pool area
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Menger Hotel
Great and fun experience
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Yes
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fort Sam Houston

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.

Arena District
If you're spending some time in Arena District, Frost Bank Center and Freeman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown
If you're spending some time in Uptown, San Antonio River and Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Tobin Hill
Tobin Hill might not have many top sights, but San Antonio River and San Antonio Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Midtown
Unique features of Midtown include the river views and bars. Make a stop by San Antonio River or The DoSeum while you're exploring the area.

