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Top 5 Best Things to Do in Bexar County [2025]
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Tower Life Building
4.0
/5
6 reviews
5.8
Based on 28 reviews
San Antonio City Center | 7.8 km from downtown
Phone +1 210-554-4444
Address: 310 S St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
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The San Antonio Life Insurance Building is a landmark historic building in downtown San Antonio, Texas, United States. The 31-story building is 123 meters tall. The building opened in 1929 and was originally known as the Smith-Young Tower, with the Smith brothers purchasing the building in 1943. In 1953, a television transmission tower was added to the structure. A 2010 renovation removed the outdated television mast and replaced it with the tower's original design, a copper canopy with a 100-foot-tall flagpole.
The Life Insurance Company Building is a landmark historic building in San Antonio, Texas, United States. Construction of the 31-story building began in 1927 and it reached a height of 123 meters (397 feet) and opened in 1929. Originally known as the Smith-Young Tower, it was the centerpiece of a partially completed development called the Bowen Island skyscraper. The eight-sided neo-Gothic brick and Ludowici green terracotta tower (complete with gargoyle tower) was once the tallest building in San Antonio until it was surpassed in 1988 by the 166-meter (423-foot) tall building of the Marriott River Center Hotel.
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The Alamo
4.8
/5
32 reviews
5.3
Based on 19,809 reviews
San Antonio City Center | 8.4 km from downtown
Phone +1 210-225-1391
Address: 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
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The only world cultural heritage site in Texas is in San Antonio. The five Spanish missions, including The Alamo, not only witnessed the history of the Spanish colonial period, but also displayed the culture of Spanish missionaries and indigenous residents. No tickets are required, but parking costs about $40. There are staff members showing the items used by people at that time, and there are also people explaining on the spot... It is worth everyone to learn about the Battle of the Alamo at that time.
The Alamo Civil War is also a very important war in American history. This museum was built on the memorial site of the Civil War history. The interior of the entire museum is also quite grand, with many weapons and historical introductions.
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San Antonio River Walk
4.6
/5
47 reviews
5.2
Based on 27,137 reviews
San Antonio City Center | 8.3 km from downtown
Phone +1 210-227-4262
Address: San Antonio, TX 78205, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.1 of Spring Outings in Bexar County
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San Antonio Riverside Trail San Antonio is located in south-central Texas, about 1205 square kilometers, is the second largest city in Texas, is Texas is also the most famous historical city and tourist city in the United States. San Antonio is famous for its prosperous and green riverside pedestrian street. Along the long riverside of the San Antonio River, it is full of restaurants, hotels, roadside cafes, tourist souvenir shops, theaters, museums and other buildings, all of which are located in the valley below the city street level, from the city streets. See the big trees in the valley, it is spectacular. It is a place to feel the Hispanic culture and Mexican culture.
San Antonio is located in south-central Texas, about 1205 square kilometers, is the second largest city in Texas, is Texas is also the most famous historical city and tourist city in the United States. San Antonio is famous for its prosperous and green riverside pedestrian street. Along the long riverside of the San Antonio River, it is full of restaurants, hotels, roadside cafes, tourist souvenir shops, theaters, museums and other buildings, all of which are located in the valley below the city street level, from the city streets. See the big trees in the valley, it is spectacular. It is a place to feel the Hispanic culture and Mexican culture.
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SeaWorld San Antonio
4.9
/5
40 reviews
4.6
From £64.03
Based on 4,857 reviews
West San Antonio | 13 km from downtown
Phone +1 210-520-4732
Address: 10500 SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Featured in 2025 Americas 50 – Family-Friendly Attractions
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At the Ocean World, you can watch the performances of California sea lions and the cuteness of baby sea lions up close, and you can also experience the fun of feeding the baby sea lions yourself. It is also a good choice to go to the penguin house to watch the life of the little penguins.
In Ocean World, you can experience the cuteness and happiness of animals up close, play aerial games and take aerial adventures, and there are often colorful themed activities. It is a great place to take children to watch animal shows and play in the water during family holidays.
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San Antonio Zoo
4.8
/5
6 reviews
4.1
From £21.88
Based on 2,065 reviews
10.8 km from downtown
Phone +1 210-734-7184
Address: 3903 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78212, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.2 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Bexar County
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The San Antonio Zoo is a great place for families, with plenty of attractions for kids, a good mix of indoor and outdoor exhibits, and lots of spots to rest. The animals seem well cared for, and there’s a wide variety to see, from giraffes to playful otters. The layout makes it easy to explore without feeling overwhelmed, and there are plenty of snack stands and shaded areas to take a break. The highlight of our visit was the kangaroo experience, where we got to walk among them up close. Overall, it’s a fun, well-maintained zoo that’s worth a visit.
This zoo has a lot of animals to see. it's a great zoo. The only downside is the parking so either get there early. All the indoor exhibits close at 5. The elephants had already been put up by the time we made it around to view them.
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