San Antonio
About 3 hr 15 min by car from Houston
The River Walk, the Alamo and four Spanish missions on a riverside trail.
Why locals go
The River Walk weekend, about three hours west on I-10.
Visiting Houston?
At 3 hr 15 min by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Houston for your flight home.
What to book
- River Walk boat tour
- Bike the Mission Reach trail to the Spanish missions
- Pearl District food hall
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Dinner on the River Walk
- Evening at the Pearl District
With friends
- Pearl District bars
- Six Flags Fiesta Texas
When to go
Year-round.