Near East Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Near East Side

Popular places to visit

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Alamodome

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

Alamodome
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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.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas
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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.

Lackland Air Force Base
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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 SeaWorld
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Alamo

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

Alamo
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Alamodome

Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this walkable area.

Alamodome

Activities

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San Antonio: Murals, Street Art and Hidden Gems E-Bike Tour

NZ$114
Per adult
San Antonio: Murals, Street Art and Hidden Gems E-Bike Tour
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Best of San Antonio Tour

NZ$266
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best of San Antonio Tour
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Scenic San Antonio Night Tour

NZ$193
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Scenic San Antonio Night Tour
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The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum Admission

NZ$37
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum Admission
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Private Drunk History Tour: Lunch, Libations & History

NZ$154
Per adult
Private Drunk History Tour: Lunch, Libations & History
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San Antonio: Guided Haunted Pub Crawl

NZ$49
Per adult
San Antonio: Guided Haunted Pub Crawl
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Our pick of the best Near East Side Hotel Deals

Americas Best Value Inn San Antonio Downtown Riverwalk
Americas Best Value Inn San Antonio Downtown Riverwalk
3 out of 5
2203 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX
The price is NZ$127 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
NZ$127
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (237 reviews)
"Close to convention center and River Walk. Very friendly and helpful front desk! Bed was comfortable and nice shower. Clean. Reasonable price."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Americas Best Value Inn San Antonio Downtown Riverwalk
Aiden by Best Western San Antonio Riverwalk
Aiden by Best Western San Antonio Riverwalk
3 out of 5
1103 E Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is NZ$177 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$177
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (310 reviews)
"It was a very pleasant stay close to the riverwalk and the alamodome as well as the Tower of the America's. Beds were super comfortable they only had valet parking which is good and bad. Downside was the ice machine was on the first floor should've been one on the 2nd floor as well in my opinion ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Aiden by Best Western San Antonio Riverwalk
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ San Antonio Downtown - Riverwalk
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ San Antonio Downtown - Riverwalk
2.5 out of 5
1011 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX
The price is NZ$135 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
NZ$135
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in our ...
6.8/10 (1,070 reviews)
"I like the Holte room I was in"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ San Antonio Downtown - Riverwalk
Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area
Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area
2 out of 5
1306 East Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (751 reviews)
"The only “problem” I had was the cars driving by and the train was a little noisy, other than that everything was great. The people at the front were very sweet!!! I’d stay here again if I come back to San Antonio!"

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

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Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area
Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel
Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
123 Hoefgen Ave, San Antonio, TX
The price is NZ$236 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$236
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (890 reviews)
"Very good service"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel
Comfort Suites Alamo - Riverwalk
Comfort Suites Alamo - Riverwalk
3 out of 5
505 Live Oak Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is NZ$310 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
NZ$310
per night
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Definitely needs updating, old ac units keep the floors moldy smelling, the rooms are a bit too warm and humid. Over all the rooms were clean. Towels are nice and thick. The breakfast in the morning is great as far as selection. They do need some different coffee creamers to choose from. Staff is ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Comfort Suites Alamo - Riverwalk
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Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side

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Southtown

Southtown is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to San Antonio River or Blue Star Contemporary Art Center.

Southtown
Downtown - Riverwalk showing a river or creek, a bridge and boating

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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Tobin Hill

While visiting Tobin Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Pearl District and Brackenridge Park.

Tobin Hill
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Midtown

Unique features of Midtown include the river views and bars. Make a stop by San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium or Pearl District while you're exploring the area.

Midtown
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Arena District

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

Arena District
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Fort Sam Houston

A scenic riverfront acclaimed theatres and top sights from Salado Park to United States Army Medical Department Museum – discover Fort Sam Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

Fort Sam Houston

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