East San Antonio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

East San Antonio
Japanese Tea Gardens which includes a pond and a garden
San Antonio featuring a garden, a bridge and landscape views
San Antonio featuring marine life and interior views
Institute of Texan Cultures showing modern architecture, a city and signage

Where to stay in East San Antonio

Downtown - Riverwalk featuring heritage architecture, boating and a bridge

Downtown San Antonio

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from Alamo to Alamodome – discover Downtown San Antonio, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

Downtown San Antonio
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Near East Side

If you're spending some time in Near East Side, Alamodome and Historic Sunset Station are top sights worth seeing.

Near East Side
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Lavaca

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lavaca and surrounding area, you can visit Alamodome and Alamo.

Lavaca
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Arsenal

If you're spending some time in Arsenal, San Antonio River and Guenther House are top sights worth seeing.

Arsenal
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Dignowty Hill

While visiting Dignowty Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Fairchild Tennis Center and Carver Community Cultural Center.

Dignowty Hill
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Denver Heights

While Denver Heights isn't home to many top sights, Alamodome and Alamo are some notable places to visit nearby.

Denver Heights
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

4.5 out of 5
150 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$305 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$305
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,045 reviews)
"The hotel was very stunning 😍"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

3 out of 5
105 S Saint Marys Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is NZ$244 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$244
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,798 reviews)
"An excellent place to stay, outstanding location and breakfast menu! Very clean and quiet!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Riverwalk Plaza

Riverwalk Plaza

4 out of 5
100 Villita Street, Dwyer/Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,848 reviews)
"Lots of shops nearby, was convenient to the event I was attending at the convention center. Good food at the gavel restaurant 😋"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

3.5 out of 5
322 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions River Walk and Alamo are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Amazing property in San Antonio!
"Amazing location and property!! Quick walk to Alamo, Riverwalk, etc. plus our property was overlooking another water canal that is beautifully kept and very safe. We stayed at the 1 br premium apartment; it was stellar. Everything was extremely clean; cool lighting; great furniture and it was HUGE! ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
Downtown - Riverwalk - Historic King William - Bluestar -| La Villita

Downtown - Riverwalk - Historic King William - Bluestar -| La Villita

San Antonio
Stay at this apartment in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions River Walk and Alamodome are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
"I had a problem getting in to the rental and called the host. He was there in less than 5 minutes to help. Awesome service!!!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Downtown - Riverwalk - Historic King William - Bluestar -| La Villita
Inviting 4br/2ba Near Downtown & Riverwalk

Inviting 4br/2ba Near Downtown & Riverwalk

3 out of 5
540 East Drexel Avenue, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 3-star cottage in San Antonio. Enjoy free parking, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Alamodome and River Walk ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"We had a wonderful stay. House was clean, cozy, and close to all tourists locations. Home also stayed very cool during hot weather. We will stay here again next time we are in San Antonio."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Inviting 4br/2ba Near Downtown & Riverwalk
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Popular places to visit

River Walk

River Walk

5/5(14 reviews)

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 great live music and shops in this walkable area.

River Walk
Alamodome

Alamodome

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Alamodome
Alamo featuring a monument and a memorial

Alamo

4.5/5(13 reviews)

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

Alamo
Market Square

Market Square

4/5(10 reviews)

During your trip to San Antonio, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Market Square. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Market Square
Shops at Rivercenter

Shops at Rivercenter

4/5(15 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Shops at Rivercenter during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Shops at Rivercenter
Tower of the Americas

Tower of the Americas

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can find out about the history of San Antonio with a trip to Tower of the Americas. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Tower of the Americas

Activities

SEA LIFE San Antonio

SEA LIFE San Antonio

NZ$42
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE San Antonio
San Antonio: San Antonio Zoo Any Day Ticket

San Antonio: San Antonio Zoo Any Day Ticket

NZ$51
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Antonio: San Antonio Zoo Any Day Ticket
Hop on Board the Ghost Bus

The Haunted Ghost Bus Tour in San Antonio

NZ$90
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Haunted Ghost Bus Tour in San Antonio
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape

The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape

NZ$55
per adult
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns

San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns

NZ$61
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
San Antonio: Tower of the Americas Entry Ticket

San Antonio: Tower of the Americas Entry Ticket

NZ$36
per adult
San Antonio: Tower of the Americas Entry Ticket
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