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 Strap on your cowboy boots and get ready to experience the big Texan city of San Antonio.
With the largest Tex-Mex infusion that the state has to offer and a huge number of exciting tourist attractions, San Antonio has become the epicenter when it comes to Texas travel.
The most famous tourist attraction in San Antonio is the Alamo, with more than 2 and a half million visitors each year. The Alamo was originally built as a mission, but is most known for being the location of the Battle of the Alamo in 1836. Some of the most famous Texan folk legends died in this battle including Davie Crockett.
San Antonio is also home to a large number of museums and educational centers for the visitor searching for art, history and culture. The Blue Star Contemporary Art Center works to advance the understanding of contemporary art, the Instituto de México exhibits contemporary art from Mexico and the San Antonio Museum of Art offers four floors of permanent art collections. If you are looking to learn more about Texan and San Antonian history, then head to the Buckhorn Saloon and Museum, the Latino experience museum of Museo Alameda or the Institute of Texas Cultures.
Traveling with your kids? The San Antonio Children’s Museum offers an exciting collection of hands on learning play that your children will love. San Antonio is also home to Sea World, where your whole family can have fun with the thrill rides, shows and marine life exhibitions. San Antonio’s Six Flags Fiesta Texas is also a popular family travel destination for families looking for adventure and excitement.
The River Walk is another exciting San Antonio destination. Along the San Antonio River you’ll find great shopping, Tex-Mex restaurants and romantic and family boat cruises. The River Walk can also be a great place to just take a shaded stroll.
One of the best times to visit San Antonio is in late April during the ten-day Fiesta. Fiesta is a citywide festival with over 100 events planned including parades, music and food.
The culture, beauty and excitement of San Antonio culminate in fine art museums, historical sites, shopping and great Tex-Mex food and drink. With so much to see and do, San Antonio makes a great travel destination, whether you are traveling with your family or that special someone.
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