Near East Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Near East Side
Popular places to visit
Alamodome
Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
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.
San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium
Part of the San Antonio's Brackenbridge Park, this zoo is famed for its feathered inhabitants and its exciting new Africa Live! exhibit.
Activities
San Antonio Zoo Any Day Ticket including ZooLights
San Antonio CityPASS®: Save on admission to 4 must-see attractions
Go City: San Antonio Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
San Antonio: Witte Museum Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Near East Side Hotel Deals
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ San Antonio Downtown - Riverwalk
Everything was clean
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk
Everything was wonderful from the room to the bartender and the valet.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG
Clean and spacious rooms, in the closest location you can get to the Alamodome! The hotel’s designated parking lot is right in front of the main entrance of the Alamodome. Truly perfect location! And the front desk staff were very helpful!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG
Everything was excellent: The staff, the hotel, the location a few blocks from downtown, the breakfast was very good and complete, and the best of all, the beds.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area
The room was clean Hotel was very basic but met all our needs. We enjoyed our night’s stay.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Comfort Suites Alamo - Riverwalk
Room was very clean ,staff was very helpful, and the parking was very convenient
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side
Lavaca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lavaca and surrounding area, you can visit San Antonio River and Alamodome.
Downtown San Antonio
A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from San Antonio River to Aztec Theater – discover Downtown San Antonio, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
Arsenal
If you're spending some time in Arsenal, San Antonio River and Guenther House 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.
Arena District
If you're spending some time in Arena District, Frost Bank Center and Freeman Coliseum are top sights worth seeing.
