San Antonio attractions are as diverse as the city's rich history. In Central Texas, you'll have the chance to visit Spanish missions, stand on the hallowed ground where the freedom fighters gave their all, and even imagine what life was like when dinosaurs roamed this land. And that's just a start. The long list of attractions includes interesting museums, exciting theme parks, and plenty of interesting places to explore.

When most people think about San Antonio tourist attractions, the first place that comes to mind is the Alamo. This Spanish mission was built by the earlier settlers who brought their faith and traditions to the New World. More than a century later, the history of Texas was forever changed with the Battle of the Alamo, when Jim Bowie, Davy Crockett, and other soldiers made a gallant effort against the Mexican Army. Eventually history progressed and Texas become a Republic before it was a US State. Many of the other missions built at the same time are still standing, and are now popular San Antonio attractions.

Along with the Alamo, the Riverwalk also has become one of the most famous and most well-known San Antonio attractions. A pedestrian mall and so much more, the Riverwalk connects many of the downtown places to visit, including shops, restaurants, and museums. River cruises offer you a great vantage point for soaking in the scenery, as does a visit to the top of the Tower of the Americas. You'll also find a bevy of hotels within steps of the Riverwalk; many of these offer special packages that include visits to local attractions and concierges who can help you find San Antonio attractions discounts.

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Six Flags Fiesta and Sea World are two theme parks that also top the list of favorite San Antonio tourist attractions. You'll find the signature mix of thrill rides, family-friendly things to do, and live entertainment at this Six Flags park. There's also a waterpark and nighttime laser show you can enjoy without paying an extra admission fee. Sea World is like four parks in one, and you'll have to chance to see amazing animals, enjoy the rides, and see the shows you can't find anywhere else. If you're looking for San Antonio attractions discounts, you can often find great deals for these two. And with season passes, you can visit unlimited times during the season for little more than the price of a daily admission rate.

While it's not a theme park, Brackenridge Park is another place to include in your vacation plans. Several San Antonio tourist attractions are located within the boundaries of this scenic green space, close to the Riverwalk and downtown. At the Witte Museum, you can walk through the history of this place, from the time the dinosaurs roamed the land until the present day. The nearby San Antonio Zoo is a favorite places for visitors of all ages, while its golf course is a particular favorite of grown-up visitors. This lovingly restored course was built in the early 1900s, even hosting the Texas Open for decades. Today, you'll find challenging greens and a Tudor-style clubhouse that's the home of the Texas Golf Hall of Fame. Golf courses have cropped up all around town and the surrounding Texas Hill Country, making it easy to hit the links on your vacation.

No matter what you're interest, you'll find attractions that match. If spas are your speed, there are plenty of places to relax. If you'd rather stay active and spend time in the great outdoors, you'll find that, too. If your tastes are somewhere in the middle or you want a combination of all of the above, you can find it here. And with so many San Antonio attractions discounts, you can enjoy whatever sounds cool without paying full price. That is sure to put a smile on your face no matter you want to do.