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 showing a river or creek, a bridge and boating

Downtown San Antonio

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from Alamo to Aztec Theater – 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 a house and street scenes

Fredericksburg Historic District

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

Fredericksburg Historic District
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Uptown

If you're spending some time in Uptown, Alamo Quarry Market and San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium 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 The San Antonio Art Institute.

Medical Center 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
Riverwalk Plaza
Riverwalk Plaza
4 out of 5
100 Villita Street, Dwyer/Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$176 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,418 reviews)
"I was surprised there was not a microwave in the room as we ordered food. The fire alarm blaring 4am Wednesday morning was awful, it seemed to go on for 20 minutes, otherwise a great hotel, clean, good beds and quiet. Price affordable too, staff great."

Reviewed on 27 Dec. 2024

Riverwalk Plaza
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
3 out of 5
303 Blum Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is AU$241 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
AU$241
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,284 reviews)
"This is my GO TO hotel when I strictly visit the riverwalk. Great location!!!"

Reviewed on 24 Dec. 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
Menger Hotel
Menger Hotel
3.5 out of 5
204 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$229 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,110 reviews)
Beautiful hotel
"It was excellent! Love downtown San Antonio!"

Reviewed on 26 Dec. 2024

Menger Hotel
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Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk
Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk
4.5 out of 5
105 N Alamo, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,253 reviews)
"Place is cute it’s close to a lot of fun places you can go to and just spend the whole day without having to drive"

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk
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 Mall Del Norte and Imaginarium of South ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (45 reviews)
"Very pleasant experience. Staff were nice and welcoming. Nice rooms. Clean. Quiet. Overall great stay. I will definitely be back in the future."

Reviewed on 24 Dec. 2024

Extended Stay Laredo
Historic Pullman Train Car | Sleeps 2!
Historic Pullman Train Car | Sleeps 2!
Fredericksburg
Stay at this cottage in Fredericksburg. Enjoy tennis courts, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Lost Draw Cellars and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Unique and Lovely Experience
"This was one of the most unique stays! You have to stay here on your stay in Fredericksburg! The train car was decorated in authentic (or what appeared to be) furnishings, especially highlighting President Theodore Roosevelt. It was bigger than expected. The days and nights were very quiet and peaceful. ..."

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

Historic Pullman Train Car | Sleeps 2!
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Popular places to visit

River Walk

River Walk

5/5(14 reviews)

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 acclaimed theatre scene 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

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and see why people love this theme park in San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Alamo featuring a monument and a memorial

Alamo

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Learn about the fierce Battle of the Alamo and pay your respects to those lost during the Texan Revolution at this historical complex.

Alamo
Alamodome

Alamodome

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Alamodome
San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium showing zoo animals, marine life and interior views

San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Come and see over 800 species at this centrally located zoo that’s suitable for the whole family.

San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Activities

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

AU$183
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Gold Rush

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

AU$70
per adult
The Escape Game The Colony: 60-Minute Adventures at Grandscape
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