San Antonio, Texas in Pictures
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The Alamo
The icon of San Antonio and also the reason for celebration in 2025.
A pre-dawn ceremony honors the fallen on both sides of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, which was fought in darkness
Ceremony commemorating the historic battle with military and civic dignitaries
San Antonio River Walk
The River Walk brings a community and tourism together along the San Antonio River for entertainment, the arts, dining and scenic jogs.
River Walk at night from the Market St. bridge. Colored umbrellas from the famous restaurant Casa Rio
San Antonio River Tours on the Barge
Filtering Waterfalls Along the San Antonio River
Casa Rio Restaurant
Casa Rio Restaurant on a Sunday Morning
Scenic San Antonio River Tours
Pedestrian Bridges on the San Antonio River Outside the Downtown
A view from the River Walk looking to Downtown San Antonio
A Night Photography of the San Antonio River Walk and Casa Rio Restaurant
San Antonio River Walk near Navarro Street Bridge
Tour Operator on the San Antonio River Walk
San Antonio River Walk (need name of building)
San Antonio River Walk (need name of bridge)
Restaurants and Bars
Dominating the River Walk is outdoor seating for patrons at every restaurant and bar. Enjoy the touristy icons of Dicks and Hard Rock Cafe, or be entertained at the Dueling Piano Bar or The Landing Jazz Bar.
Enjoying Dinner and a Tour on a River Barge
Jazz Playing Inside the Hyatt Regency on the San Antonio River Walk at Jim Cullen's Landing
Texas style dining on the Riverwalk in San Antonio at The Republic of Texas Restaurant & Nightclub
Inside the Hyatt Regency on the San Antonio River Walk, Jim Cullen's Landing
Breakfast Buffet at the San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk (Herbed Tomatoes)
La Gloria - Mexican Street Food at the Old Pearl Brewery
La Gloria - Mexican Street Food at the Old Pearl Brewery
Located in La Villita on the Riverwalk, Little Rhein Steak House is recognized for its USDA steaks & expansive wine list
Breakfast Buffet at the San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk (Applewood Bacon & Sausage))
Architecture
San Antonio buildings represent many different old styles, weighing heavily on the Spanish Colonial style. Examine the old hotels, missions and breweries.
The Old Lone Star Brewing Company and now San Antonio Museum of Art
The Historic Emily Morgan hotel in downtown San Antonio by the Alamo
5 Bells Representing 5 Missions Including The Alamo on the River Walk next to the Arneson River Theatre
Drury Inn & Suites Riverwalk - San Antonio, TX
Gargoyles on the Smith Young Tower, along the San Antonio River
The Tower Life Building is a landmark and historic building in San Antonio, Texas. Construction of the tower began in 1927 and the building rises 403 feet
Market Street Bridge on the San Antonio River Walk
The Nix Professional Building is a 23 story hostpital in downtown San Antonio that provides an optical illusion from the River Walk
Commerce Street Bridge on the San Antonio River Walk
I need help with the name of this one please.
Walking up to Houston Street from the San Antonio River Walk
Clock Tower Elevator on the San Antonio River Walk
History, Culture & Art
Beyond The Alamo there is an incredible amount of history and culture associated with San Antonio. Next in line is probably the Missions, where you eventually be able to access from the River Walk. Museums of art and latino culture were on our map to explore.
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park - Mission Concepción
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park - Mission Concepción
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park - Mission Concepción
Artful Bridges in The Eagleland segment of the River Walk, currently under construction
Realistic concrete sculpture along the River Walk by Carlos Cortés
San Antonio Museum of Art, formerly the Lone Star Brewing Co. Building
San Antonio Museum of Art
San Antonio Museum of Art
Tibetan Buddhist Sand Manadala at the San Antonio Museum of Art
Street Food Vendor Near the Museo Alameda in the historic Market Square, in downtown San Antonio
Street Performers near the Museo Alameda in the historic Market Square, in downtown San Antonio
Pioneer Flour Mills & Guenther House Museum & Restaurant
The Eternal Flame of San Antonio
Go See San Antonio, Texas!
Horse Carriage Rides in Downtown San Antonio
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Written by Jason
Co-founder of TwoBackpackers.com. Jason has been traveling, writing, taking photos and creating adventure videos since 2025, when he departed on his first year long travel backpacking journey. Jason is a full-time blogger and social marketing guru trying to find the way. Visit my website
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I’ve wanted to go to the Alamo ever since I saw the movie “Pee Wee’s Big Adventure” in the 80s!
Hah! Glen, that is the definitely The Alamo and it’s impact on Pop Culture. Everyone asks, where is the basement? Actually, they told us there is a small basement under the gift shop. Not sure if that counts.
Great pictures! The last one reminded me of Melaka in Malaysia, with all the colorful lights on the carriage!
There are carriages all Old City Philadelphia too, but I think they need to take note of the colorful lighted ones in San Antonio. I loved the lights.
Some excellent photos, I never pictured San Antonio like that, but very nice. And how cool you get to go during the 175th anniversary of the Alamo. I especially love the photos of the cannon and the prison cell, well done.
Thanks for taking a look Pete. It was a photo friendly city, especially with the famous River Walk. It’s nice to see something different. And a city built around a river like this, was definitely different.
I’ve never thought of San Antonio as a cool place to visit but your pictures make me want to go!
It’s a wonderful place to visit. This trip has inspired to us to get out and explore the United States.
The pictures just makes my feet, itch more! I wanna go to Texas….
Nice photos! The bring back happy memories
Thanks for checking them out Ana, glad we could bring back some memories for you, especially good ones.
Wow great pictures Jason! I never thought of Texas as a travel destination until viewing this post. Really makes you realize you could be missing out on a lot.
It’s definitely a travel destination. I have been to Dallas, but it doesn’t compare with San Antonio or Austin. They are both really fun small cities with a great relaxed and artistic atmosphere.
My dad comes from San Antonio. I am a TEXAS girl at heart. YEEE HAAA. Amazing pictures Jason
Glad we could make you proud.
Looks like you enjoyed Texas. We’re camped out here for a couple of months after finishing a 30,000 mile RV trip around the states (with four kids in tow).
Love the website… look forward to reading about more of your adventures!
30,000 WOW! That’s a trip. I have enjoyed Austin and San Antonio so far. So much more to see.
going to college in Austin, I made it down to San Antonio a bunch of times. Great city to go visit and these pics are wonderful. Wish I would have driven down and hung out with ya’ll
Honestly Michael, we had very little time to do anything on our own, but it still would have been nice to meet up.
We didn’t have San Antonio on our radar but these pictures convinced us to make a stop there! Not sure if we’ll make it to Texas during our road trip through the South this summer, but we’ll try!
My two favorite cities in Texas are Austin and San Antonio, both worth a visit if dring through.
Everything looks so much bigger there!
What a beautiful visual display of San Antonio, a beautiful town my family has enjoyed visiting before. Great post!
Museum of Art picture of the sculpture is actually my favorite because it’s looks like such an unusual and fascinating place to explore and learn. Would LOVE to win the trip! #VisitSA
I love the pedestrian bridge photo outside of downtown. That blue sky is just calling out to me! I must admit, SA hasn’t been on my radar until just recently. Thanks for sharing your photos…I’m looking forward to visiting sometime. #VisitSA
#VisitSA Beautiful pics of San Anton. I like the night time riverwalk pic the best, but they are all good. Great blog!
I loved the picture with all of the different brightly colored umbrellas. Looks like a perfect spot! #VisitSA
I’ve wanted to visit SA since the 2025 Final Four. The River Walk at night is my favorite shot. The reflections are beautiful! #VisitSA
I like the photo with the five mission bells because it reminds me of Mission San Juan Capistrano. #VisitSA
#VisitSA Great night photo of the SA Riverwalk and Casa Rio. Always enjoy long exposures when there are multicolored lights on water AND when a boat went by leaving a light trail. Very nicely done! (This spot is where I remember seeing a huge snake swimming up the middle of the river in broad daylight. Yeesh!) Love your photos.
My favorite photo is the one of the riverwalk at night because the colors are gorgeous! #VisitSA
All these photos are awesome, but I really LOVE all the men dressed up recreating the battle!
#VisitSA
I liked the image of the Riverwalk at night. The lights and colors were very fun! I want to go! #VisitSA
One of my favorites too.
#VisitSA My fav is the church interior shot The lighting was great.
#visitSA
It’s hard to pick just 1 favorite one! I like the night photo of the Riverwalk/Casa Rio though.
I was just in San Antonio but unfortunately it was for a work conference, so I didn’t have much time to explore – would love to go back! Weather was great there, too (I live in Michigan).
My favorite – the picture of the Emily Morgan hotel. We walked past that when we visited last year and thought we should go there again and stay. #VisitSA
I love looking at these fabulous pictures! My favorite one, however, is the one showing the riverwalk all lit up at night; it’s beautiful! I wish someone would have designed the waterfront in the city of Richmond, VA like this! #VisitSA
Did you get to Taco Taco? Or at the very least get a breakfast burrito somewhere?
We did not Adam, however we did have the best Mexican food at La Gloria – Authentic Mexican Street Food. It was such a busy schedule and we had so much to eat during our short stay. But, I am ecstatic about La Gloria.