West Texas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

West Texas
Texas featuring street scenes and night scenes
Japanese Tea Gardens which includes a pond and a garden
Photo provided by Texas Tourism / Kenny Braun
Photo provided by Texas Tourism / Kenny Braun
Photo provided by Texas Tourism / Kenny Braun
Photo provided by Texas Tourism / Kenny Braun

Where to stay in West Texas

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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Gruene

River views, gardens and shopping are some highlights of Gruene. Make a stop by Gruene Hall or Guadalupe River while you're exploring.

Gruene
Fredericksburg which includes street scenes and a house

Fredericksburg Historic District

While visiting Fredericksburg Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Fredericksburg Winery and St. Mary's Catholic Church.

Fredericksburg Historic District
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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.

Far West Side
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Uptown

If you're spending some time in Uptown, Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum and Alamo Quarry Market are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown
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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.

Medical Center District
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! (5,686 reviews)
"Building is just old, you can hear every little thing"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

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Riverwalk Plaza
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$255 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
NZ$255
22 Aug - 23 Aug
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! (3,623 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Menger Hotel

Menger Hotel

3.5 out of 5
204 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX
The price is NZ$214 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$214
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star historic hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,401 reviews)
"Older hotel, the room was smaller but the location was great for my purpose. There is a lot of construction in the area, but a hotel always gets major points with me when I arrive before check in time and the room is ready."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Menger Hotel
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Extended Stay Laredo

Extended Stay Laredo

3 out of 5
106 W Village Blvd, Laredo, TX
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Laredo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Cinemark Mall del Norte and Mall Del Norte ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (134 reviews)
"60.00 early check in was not good"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Extended Stay Laredo
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! (38 reviews)
"What can I say, it was beautiful! Communication was excellent..they all so helpful! We parked the truck at Inspire and never seen it again..everything was walkable..thank you so much"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
Postcard Cabins Hill Country

Postcard Cabins Hill Country

2 out of 5
1405 Pump Station Rd, Wimberley, TX
Stay at this cabin in Wimberley. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attraction Jacob's Well Natural Area is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
"If you want to unwind and get connected to your inner self …Try it !"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Postcard Cabins Hill Country
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Popular places to visit

River Walk

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.

River Walk
Lackland Air Force Base

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
Six Flags Fiesta Texas

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 lively festivals and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Alamodome

Alamodome

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

Alamodome
Texas Tech University

Texas Tech University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Texas Tech University, a top university in Lubbock. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Texas Tech University
Alamo featuring a monument and a memorial

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

Activities

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

NZ$197
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Gold Rush

The Escape Game The Colony: 60-Minute Adventures at Grandscape

NZ$74
per adult
The Escape Game The Colony: 60-Minute Adventures at Grandscape
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