San Antonio, TX

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Facts About San Antonio, TX

Regional Population: 1,256,810

Elevation: 198 meters

Time Zone: America/Indiana/Vincennes

Local Currency: USD

Latitude: 29.4241219

Longitude: -98.4936282

Nearby Airports: SAT

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Articles About San Antonio, TX

San Antonio: There’s More to Remember Than the Alamo

Explore this Southwestern city beyond the famous Alamo. Don’t miss the San Antonio River Walk, its Tex-Mex culture, the Fiesta festival and more.

San Antonio Hotels and B&Bs: Historic and Contemporary

Historic buildings or contemporary aesthetics, full spas or the comforts of B&Bs, San Antonio offers accommodations for every taste.

San Antonio Restaurants: Tex-Mex and Beyond

Surprise your taste buds with San Antonio’s eclectic dining scene. Along with great Mexican fare, try top-notch Belgian food or macho burgers served in a historic landmark.

Fiesta San Antonio

Celebrate Texas-style at this city’s biggest annual party and learn how to score tickets and which of the multiple flashy parades and decadent food booths shouldn’t be missed.

San Antonio’s Mission Trail

After seeing the Alamo, head to nearby Missions National Park to see four additional historic Spanish missions, all still active churches.

Texas History and Latin American Arts

Centuries of art and culture are on display at these San Antonio museums.

San Antonio’s Fun Family Attractions

Underwater views of hippos, playing in giant bubbles and a simulated space capsule are just a few of the family attractions in San Antonio.

Top San Antonio Family Restaurants

Our local’s favorite picks for kids include venues with rain forest thunderstorms, playgrounds and, of course, food to appeal to children and adults alike.

New Amusement Parks and Rides for Summer 2008

On your next family vacation, test your fear and keep your cool on thrilling new coasters and giant water slides across the country.

Water Parks: Wild Waves of Family Fun

Cool off with your kids at wet and wild family water parks across the United States.

Texas Hill Country Brew Tours

Whether in San Antonio or Austin, there’s a nearby Texas brewery where you can sample some down-home suds.

Vintage Amusement Parks Mean Big Fun For Small Kids

Old-school kiddie parks offer a bit of history at a bargain price.

Salute the Troops of Present and Past

Visit these famous U.S. war memorials this Veterans Day to honor American soldiers and learn about the history of this important holiday.

Last-Minute Holiday Travel Deals

Shop at Macy’s with the Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina, enjoy a massage at Aqua Spa Hotel and Resorts, or go on a free family snorkel trip in Turks and Caicos.


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