Northwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Side
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 family-friendly 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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices 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 great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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: Tower of the Americas Entry Ticket
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and Texas Ranger Museum Admission
Our pick of the best Northwest Side Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Antonio Medical-Six Flags by IHG
Good
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites San Antonio Northwest/Medical Center
Staff was really nice, even the cleaning ladies were saying hi and smiling at us, if only you had shower pressure in your showers it was so hard to shower with absolutely no water pressure and I mean zero.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn & Suites Near Six Flags & Medical Center
Good
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Room
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Riverwalk Plaza
I enjyed the stay, the customer service was welcoming and the location was ideal for our trip.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza
Great atmosphere and space. highly recommend.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Side
La Cantera District
If you're spending some time in La Cantera District, Six Flags Fiesta Texas and The Shops of La Cantera are top sights worth seeing.
Medical Center District
While visiting Medical Center District, you might make a stop by sights like USAA Corporate Office Headquarters and The San Antonio Art Institute.
Far West Side
While visiting Far West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Aquatica San Antonio Waterpark and Hill Country Golf Club.
Stone Oak
Stone Oak is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Shops at Hardy Oak and Alta Vista while you're in town.
Uptown
If you're spending some time in Uptown, Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum and Alamo Quarry Market 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.
