10 TOP Things to Do in South Texas Plains (2026 Activity Guide)

Japanese Botanic Garden was like heaven in real life...

The walk along the river in San Antonio makes for a great walk or bike ride. Goes on for many miles

Japanese Tea Garden. This is my second trip back since 2012 and i gotta say, this place never ceases to amaze me! It's just Beautiful!!

Mission Concepcion is a great low-key mission to visit. It's in a neighborhood / light commercial area and is still a functioning church. It is also the closest mission to downtown San Antonio except for the Alamo. There is no fence around Mission Concepcion and can be visited any time of day. Be sure to visit the other missions as well as they each offer a unique experience.

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What to do in South Texas Plains

Popular places to visit

River Walk

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 great live music and shops in this walkable area.

Air Force Security Forces K-9 handler, and her military working dog, seek out drugs inside a training house.

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.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Enjoy the rides and games at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and see why this is a favorite theme park in San Antonio. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

San Antonio SeaWorld

Make time to visit the sea animals who live at San Antonio SeaWorld and find out why this is a popular attraction in San Antonio. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.

Alamodome

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

Alamo

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

San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

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

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Henry B. González Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Henry B. González Convention Center during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

Frost Bank Center

Catch an event at Frost Bank Center during your trip to San Antonio. Discover the great live music in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Areas of South Texas Plains

Downtown - Riverwalk featuring heritage architecture, a river or creek and boating

Downtown San Antonio

Explore the network of pedestrian paths that follows the beautiful San Antonio River to discover restaurants and bars, gift shops, galleries and museums.

River Walk in San Antonio Texas in colorful Christmas light

Uptown

While visiting Uptown, you might make a stop by sights like San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum.

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.

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.

Famous American landmark - Alamo mission in downtown San Antonio, Texas, USA

Stone Oak

Travelers come to Stone Oak for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Shops at Hardy Oak and Alta Vista while you're in town.