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POINTS OF INTERESTThe AlamoEstablished in 1718 as the city’s first mission and in its present location since 1724, The Alamo is most famous as the spot where the battle for Texas independence was fought in 1836. The Alamo houses exhibits on the Texas Revolution and Texas history. Stroll the beautiful Alamo Gardens, just a short distance from the River Walk. Alamo Plaza – Downtown San Antonio.(210) 225-1391 thealamo.org

Wonder World ParkA one-of-a-kind theme park, known as the 1st show-cave in Texas, tour the Balcones Fault Line Cave and discover the nation’s only true example of an earthquake-formed cave. Go deep underground and see up close the devastation of a major quake. Exit by the “Stratavator” and ride high into the sky to the Tejas Observation Tower. Be amazed by the Topsy-Turvy World of The Anti-Gravity House where everything is backwards, even water flows uphill! 1000 Prospect Street, San Marcos(512) 392-3760 wonderworldpark.com

Six Flags® Fiesta TexasAn expansive park with thrill rides, family rides, kid’s rides, water park rides, live music shows, shopping and dining. Their newest ride, SUPERMAN, The Virtual Reality Coaster pre-miered in June. Located 15 minutes from downtown, I-10 West and Loop 1604, exit La Cantera Pkwy.(210) 697-5050 sixflags.com

River Walk (Paseo del Rio)Below street level and bordered by lush gardens and trees, the San Antonio River winds its way through downtown, creating this world-famous “attraction.” Ride numerous boat tours or river taxis to restaurants, shops, museums and nightlife.thesanantonioriverwalk.com

San Antonio Museum of ArtThe Museum houses the largest and most comprehensive collection of ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman, as well as Asian, art in the southern United States. It also has a significant collection of Latin American art, from pre- Columbian times to the present, showcased in the Nelson A. Rockefeller Center for Latin American Art. The growing contemporary collection balances true masterpieces with notable Texas and regional art.(210) 978-8100 samuseum.org

San Antonio ZooSpread over 56 acres, the zoo is home to over 9,000 animals of 750 species and is one for the first “cage-less” zoos in America. Also houses one of the largest bird collections in the country. Visit the new Giraffe Feeding Experience. 3903 North St. Mary’s Street.(210) 734-7184 sazoo.org

SeaWorld® San AntonioThe world’s largest marine life park has more than 25 spectacular shows, exhibits, rides & attractions; a marine mammal pool where guests may feed and touch dolphins. Bring swim suits for water slides, rides and wave pool. Call for specific days open and hours. Located 16 miles northwest of downtown at Ellison Drive and Westover Hills Boulevard off Hwy 151.(800) 700-7786 seaworld.com

Buckhorn Museum &Texas Ranger MuseumLocated in downtown San Antonio, the Buckhorn features wildlife from all over the world, including the amazing 78 Point Buck! The Texas Ranger Museum houses hundreds of artifacts including revolvers, automatic handguns, sawed-off shotguns, badges and more. 318 East Houston Street.(210) 247-4000 buckhornmuseum.com

Schlitterbahn Waterpark ResortExplore over 70 acres of shared family fun, thrilling adventure, and relaxation! Schlitterbahn Waterpark New Braunfels is nestled along the beautiful banks of the Comal River and features world-famous attractions, epic river adventures, kid’s water playgrounds, and beautiful spots to relax and share a picnic – there is truly some-thing for everyone! Located in New Braunfels.(830) 625-2351 schlitterbahn.com

Natural Bridge Wildlife RanchOstrich feathers, zebra ears and buffalo noses so close to you, you could touch them. Meander through 450 acres of rolling hills, creek beds and magnificent live oak trees and witness the behavior of over 500 animals from 40 exotic, native and endangered animal species world-wide. Exit #175 off I-35 between San Antonio and New Braunfels.(830) 438-7400 wildliferanchtexas.com

Natural Bridge CavernsExperience one of the world’s premier caverns. Fun and discovery around every bend with several tour options including the Hidden Passages Tour, where shadows dance over delicate formations and mystery awaits in every shadow. The Discovery Tour offers views of otherworldly formations created by single drops of water and the slow passage of time. Check out their Canopy Challenge or their open-air Maze. Adventure and fun awaits. 30 minutes north of downtown, 8 miles west of I-35 at exit #175.(210) 651-6101 naturalbridgecaverns.com

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National Museum of the Pacifi c War 45,000 sf. of artifacts, advanced media and stunning archival fi lm and photos

LBJ State and National Historical Parks Visit the Texas White House and ranch where LBJ hosted world leaders and made national decisions during the 60s

Pioneer Museum Immerse yourself in the stories of the German settlers who built Fredericksburg

Wildseed Farms The largest working wildfl ower farm in the nation

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area Massive dome of pink granite visited by humans for over 11,000 years

Old Tunnel State Park From approx. May to October an evening emergence of over two million bats

Luckenbach Texas Made world famous by Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings when they sang “Let’s go to Luckenbach Texas…”

Texas Rangers Heritage Center at Fort Martin Scott Where the history and legend of the Texas Rangers is preserved and becoming a living part of the present

Wine Road 290 Fifteen wineries strung like pearls along Highway 290 between Fredericksburg and Johnson City

Historic Main Street Over 150 shops, boutiques, art galleries, museums and restaurants along Main Street

BUT FIRST! Stop by our Visitor Information Center— 302 E. Austin. Watch a short video on the area and get more inside info to make your stay memorable.

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Alamo Trolley Tours 321 Alamo PlazaSan Antonio(210) 228-9776thealamotrolley.com

Animal World &Snake Farm Zoo5640 Interstate Highway 35 SouthNew Braunfels(830) 608-9270exoticanimalworld.com

Bandera CountyVisitor Center126 State Highway 16 SouthBandera(830) 796-3045banderacowboycapital.com

Ben & Jerry’s Riverwalk111 West Crockett Street, #207San Antonio(210) 220-3770benjerry.com/riverwalksouth

Buckhorn Museum318 East Houston StreetSan Antonio(210) 247-4000buckhornmuseum.com

City Sightseeing –San Antonio216 East Crockett StreetSan Antonio(210) 224-8687citysightseeingsanantonio.com

Fredericksburg Visitor Information Center302 East Austin StreetFredericksburg(866) 997-3600visitfredericksburgtx.com

Alamo Double Decker Tours321 Alamo PlazaSan Antonio(210) 228-9776citytoursinc.com

Gray Line ToursSan Antonio1343 Hallmark DriveSan Antonio(800) 341-6000graylinesa.com

Hard Rock Café –San Antonio111 West Crockett StreetSan Antonio(210) 224-7625hardrock.com/cafes/san-antonio

Naked Iguana Tequila Bar421 East Commerce StreetSan Antonio(210) 226-8462 nakediguanariverwalkbar.com

Natural Bridge Caverns26495 Natural Bridge Caverns RoadNatural Bridge Caverns (210) 651-6101naturalbridgecaverns.com

Rio Rio Cantina421 East Commerce StreetSan Antonio(210) 226-8462riorioriverwalk.com

Ripley’s Believe It or Not!Odditorium301 Alamo PlazaSan Antonio(210) 224-9299ripleys.com/sanantonio

Ripley’s HauntedAdventure / Tomb Rider /Guinness Museum329 Alamo PlazaSan Antonio(210) 226-2828alamoplazaattractions.com

San Marcos LionsClub Tube RentalSan Marcos City ParkSan Marcos(512) 396-5466tubesanmarcos.com

SchlitterbahnWaterpark & Resort400 North Liberty AvenueNew Braunfels(830) 625-2351schlitterbahn.com

Sisters GrimmCandlelight Ghost Tours204 Alamo PlazaSan Antonio(210) 638-1338sistersgrimmghosttour.com

Six Flags Fiesta Texas17000 Interstate Highway 10 WestSan Antonio(210) 697-5050 or(210) 697-5444sixflags.com

Splashtown San Antonio3600 Interstate Hwy 35 NorthSan Antonio(210) 227-1100splashtownsa.com

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