Northwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Side
Popular places to visit
University of Texas at San Antonio
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Texas at San Antonio during your travels in San Antonio. Stroll along the seaside or experience the lively festivals in this family-friendly 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 lively festivals 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.
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 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
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape
Master Of Illusions Magic & Paranormal Escape Room at Extreme Escape San Antonio
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
San Antonio: Botanical Garden Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Northwest Side Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Antonio Medical-Six Flags by IHG
Older property, fairly well maintained, VERY nice breakfast with many choices. Housekeeping could use some work.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Aloft San Antonio UTSA Area
Great place
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites San Antonio Northwest/Medical Center
Very convenient to the areas for locals restaurants, it was good enough for a 1 night stay and not a longer stay.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Riverwalk Plaza
The Hotel need some update .
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza
Parking was expensive. No room clean up if after 11
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Love the history and feel of the hotel! Complimentary Happy Hour each night was great, as well as the breakfast. The location was perfect for the Riverwalk.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
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 Cinemark San Antonio 16.
Shearer Hills - Ridgeview
While visiting Shearer Hills - Ridgeview, you might make a stop by sights like North Star Mall and San Pedro Driving Range & Par 3 Course.
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, San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
