Corie City Guide

FUNin SAN ANTONIO
Bike THE Missions
The Spanish Missions of San Antonio
very well might be among San
Antonio’s most famous attraction
and may even be among the most
cherished and visited landmarks.
Grab some friends and bike these
missions on a beautiful day while
soaking up some of your own culture.
HEAD TO THE Zoo & TAKE
THE TRAIN TO Kiddie Park
The San Antonio Zoo, open 365
days a year, is a perfect destination
for family fun with the zoo train as
one of its main attractions (yes, it is
open for all ages). Home to over 750
species, you can be assured that your
day will end before the fun does!
Picnic & Pictures AT
THE McNay
If you have a love for fine art, the
McNay Art Museum is a must
during your visit to San Antonio.
Upholding the label as the first
modern art museum in Texas is one
of the many things for this museum
to brag about, and its collection
holds over 14,000 pieces! After a
full day of looking and learning, sit
outside and enjoy a picnic or take
some photos in the iconic scenery.
The building itself is a piece of art!
Pearl Farmers Market
What better way to spend your
Saturday than enjoying fresh, local,
and seasonal products along the
San Antonio River? Come check
out Pearl Farmer’s Market with your
family and friends from 9am to 1pm
every Saturday! All vendors present
provide products planted, raised,
and harvested themselves—so it’s
time to come check out your local
food producers, see you there!
La Villita
Located in Downtown San
Antonio, La Villita stands out for its
abundance of amazing art galleries,
souvenir shops, and restaurants.
Since 1932, La Villita has provided
its visitors with a taste of the rich
culture and history of San Antonio
and is famous for being one of the
first neighborhoods ever built in San
Antonio. The perfect stop for any
shopper wanting to get a true feel
for San Antonio’s vibrant spirit!
Wine Tasting
IN Fredericksburg
Drinking good wine with good
company is often said to be one
of life’s simplest pleasures. So
grab some friends and head to
Fredericksburg, the core of the
Hill Country wine region, for some
fabulous wine and a fabulous time.
DRIVE A FEW MILES
BACK IN TIME TO Gruene
Gruene, a historic district located
between Austin and San Antonio,
can best be explained as an
experience. This charming town
with its colorful history has so much
to offer, from antique shopping
to dance halls to wine tasting!
SeaWorld & Six Flags
If you’re looking for some family
fun while in San Antonio, SeaWorld
and Six Flags are an absolute
must! Come out to Six Flags on a
beautiful day and enjoy the outdoors,
thrilling roller coasters, and fabulous
shows! But the day isn’t over after
that; then it’s time to head over to
SeaWorld, where else can you feed
dolphins and touch beluga whales?
SHOPPING AT La Cantera
Most of us praise La Cantera for
being the perfect relaxing getaway
destination, but the relaxing ends
when you set eyes on the fabulous
shopping. La Cantera features
an upscale open-air shopping
experience that is nearly impossible
to pass up—from diamonds to
dresses to dinner, it has it all.
Japanese Tea Gardens
Looking for a place to relax and
enjoy beautiful scenery with family
and friends? Look no further
than the Japanese Tea Gardens!
The San Antonio Japanese Tea
Gardens, located in Brackenridge
Park, will wow any visitor with its
assortment of waterfalls, ponds,
and lush gardens. It is the perfect
place to host any outdoor event,
such as a wedding or luncheon.
THE Museum Reach OF THE
San Antonio River Walk
The River Walk, a historic landmark
in the heart of San Antonio, is a hot
spot for locals and visitors alike. Its
newest addition, the Museum Reach,
enhances the River Walk’s beauty
even more by providing one of a kind
public artwork that is sure to thrill
any viewer. Besides the beautiful
murals, each bridge in the Museum
Reach of the River Walk was uniquely
designed by different artists to
show the diverse creativity and style
found in the San Antonio art scene.
Blue Star & First Fridays
in Southtown
What better way to spend your
Friday night than looking at
remarkable contemporary artwork
with your family and friends?
Open the first Friday of every
month between 6 and 9pm, Blue
Star offers amazing exhibitions
that you cannot pass up!
Botanical Center
Take a walk through the
exquisite Botanical Gardens
and observe the birdhouse
exhibition, the lush gardens, and
the remarkable architecture!
Open from 9am until 5pm, you
must stop by for this relaxing
and unforgettable experience.
Golf Courses
Are you looking to tee up with your
friends after a long day of work or
anytime this weekend? Look no
further than the Brackenridge Park
Golf Course, The Quarry Golf Course,
or the Olmos Basin Golf Course.
All three public golf courses offer
a unique and challenging layout,
flawless green grass, and rolling
hills. Come stop by one of these
golf courses today for a round of
golf that you will never forget!
VISIT THE Museums
Looking for fun way to gain a
little culture? A trip to one of the
area’s great museums will do the
trick. Between the Witte Museum,
the Briscoe Western Art Museum,
and the San Antonio Museum of
Art, we’ve got you covered! From
19th and 20th century European
and American art to science,
natural history, and South Texas
heritage, these three museums
will be sure spark much interest.
VISIT THE Alamo
Located at the heart of San Antonio
and known as a crossroads for
Texas history, The Alamo attracts 2.5
million visitors a year. The visitor’s
center offers orientation films and
history talks every 20 minutes as well
as scheduled tours. To learn more
about the history of the battle and
the Texas Revolution, stop by the
historical grounds of The Alamo.
The Southwest School of Art
Originally one of the first all-girls
school in San Antonio, The Southwest
School of Art attracts visitors of all
interests and ages. Galleries featuring
contemporary artists as well as
concerts and lectures are open to
the public. San Antonio’s downtown
oasis is open from 9am-5pm daily.
San Antonio • CITY GUIDE
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