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Palmer Course at La Cantera
Ollie #1 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
5 of 5 stars 103 reviews
Owner description: Designed by Arnold Palmer, this public 18-hole championship course, at Par-71 and 6,926 yards, is set dramatically over 250 acres in the Texas Hill...... more » Owner description: Designed by Arnold Palmer, this public 18-hole championship course, at Par-71 and 6,926 yards, is set dramatically over 250 acres in the Texas Hill Country. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  24.2 km from city centre
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Majestic Theatre
Ollie #2 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 52 reviews
Built in 1929, this movie theater is beautifully ornate, featuring a domed ceiling painted with stars and clouds.
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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San Antonio River
Ollie #3 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 102 reviews
Scenic river winds through the town of San Antonio.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
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River Walk
Ollie #4 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 648 reviews

The Riverwalk is a MUST DO in San Antonio!!  Although the main downtown area is only 1 mile in a circuit, the developed section of the river extends much further north and south... more »

Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Trails
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
Ollie #5 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 52 reviews
Historical area that stretches nine miles and contains four important 18th-century missions.
Attraction type  Missions; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; National Parks; Trails; Historic Sites
Distance  4.9 km from city centre
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The River Walk
Ollie #6 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 28 reviews
Attraction type  Trails
Distance  232.9 km from city centre
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The Westin La Cantera Golf Club
Ollie #7 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 43 reviews
A very challenging golf course and school. The highest spot within the San Antonio city limits is the tee box at hole eleven.
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  23.0 km from city centre
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Morgan's Wonderland
Ollie #8 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  6.5 km from city centre
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San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral
Ollie #9 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews

The original San Fernando Church was constructed between 1738 and 1749.  The walls of the church now form the Cathedral’s sanctuary.  Therefore, San Fernando Cathedral is the... more »

Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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San Antonio Museum of Art
Ollie #10 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 42 reviews
Owner description: With the most comprehensive collection of Latin American art in the U.S., as well as extensive collections of Egyptian, Asian, and Greek works, the...... more » Owner description: With the most comprehensive collection of Latin American art in the U.S., as well as extensive collections of Egyptian, Asian, and Greek works, the San Antonio Museum of Art is well worth a visit. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Mission San Jose
Ollie #11 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 103 reviews
Owner description: Founded in 1720, this Spanish frontier mission, the largest of the five San Antonio missions, is best known for its rose window. On Sundays, this...... more » Owner description: Founded in 1720, this Spanish frontier mission, the largest of the five San Antonio missions, is best known for its rose window. On Sundays, this Texas and U.S. National historic site offers a mariachi mass. « less
Attraction type  Missions; Historic Sites
Distance  7.2 km from city centre
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Mission Concepcion
Ollie #12 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
This 200-year-old Franciscan mission at the very heart of the Mission Trail was originally built against claims of French colonization.
Attraction type  Missions
Distance  3.8 km from city centre
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San Antonio Botanical Garden
Ollie #13 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 48 reviews
A wide range of plants from Texas and around the world spread out over 33 acres.
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  5.2 km from city centre
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Mission Trail
Ollie #14 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 47 reviews
A pedestrian route that starts at the Alamo and winds nine miles along the San Antonio River passing four other historical missions.
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  7.2 km from city centre
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Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum
Ollie #15 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
A huge Mediterranean-style mansion that houses over 10,000 paintings, sculptures and prints.
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  7.6 km from city centre
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Natural Bridge Caverns
Ollie #16 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 146 reviews
Owner description: Come on down (way down) at the largest underground attraction in Texas! Daily guided tours allow guests to explore large underground chambers and see...... more » Owner description: Come on down (way down) at the largest underground attraction in Texas! Daily guided tours allow guests to explore large underground chambers and see huge formations. The largest room is bigger than a football field. Above ground, discover rocks, minerals, and rough-cut gems at the Natural Bridge Mining Company Sluice. The Watchtower Challenge will get your heart pumping as you climb one of the largest public climbing tower and ziplines in Texas (seasonal availability)! « less
Attraction type  Caverns/ Caves; Geologic Formations
Distance  33.3 km from city centre
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Japanese Tea Gardens
Ollie #17 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 83 reviews
Free gardens where people can relax amidst beautiful floral plantings, goldfish ponds and lots more.
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  4.4 km from city centre
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The Alamo
Ollie #18 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4 of 5 stars 432 reviews
Owner description: The 18th-century mission church where Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie and 188 others waged their last stand against the Mexican army for Texas independence...... more » Owner description: The 18th-century mission church where Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie and 188 others waged their last stand against the Mexican army for Texas independence has become a state symbol. The most famous historical site in Texas, the mission has been restored to its original condition and offers tours, relics of the past, and a gift shop with memorabilia for history enthusiasts. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; History Museums; Monuments/ Statues
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
Ollie #19 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 89 reviews
Ranch that offers wildlife viewing.
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Ranches
Distance  34.1 km from city centre
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Alamo IMAX Theatre
Ollie #20 of 156 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 82 reviews
Owner description: Home of the legendary Alamo: The Price of FreedomThe crystal clear images and wraparound sound of IMAX thrills in a way no ordinary theatre can. Six...... more » Owner description: Home of the legendary Alamo: The Price of FreedomThe crystal clear images and wraparound sound of IMAX thrills in a way no ordinary theatre can. Six stories high & 83 feet wide, the screen pulls you in!Experience the legend of the Alamo at IMAX prior to visiting the Alamo shrine- see Alamo: The Price of Freedom on the giant screen.The theatre complex also boasts an IMAX 3D screen playing the latest hits. « less
Attraction type  Cinemas
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
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