Instagrammable spots to visit in San Antonio

This 18th-century Spanish mission turned fortress was the site of a Texas independence battle in 1836, now a museum.

Network of walkways along the river with restaurants, hotels and retail stores on both sides of the water.

Modern neighborhood in a former brewery complex with restaurants, retail shops and a weekly farmers market.

The 750-foot tower provides a complete view of the city and features a restaurant on its observation deck.

The garden features waterfalls, koi fish, stone pathways, pagodas and a collection of native and exotic plants.

The market offers traditional Mexican crafts, restaurants, food stalls and outdoor live music performances.

Built in 1738, the cathedral displays Gothic architecture with stonework, vaulted ceilings and stained glass windows.

The 18th century Spanish colonial church features stone carvings, frescoes and a bell tower.

The 1929 theater presents performances in an auditorium with a blue ceiling and projected stars.

The park spans 343 acres featuring a zoo, miniature train system, and Japanese tea gardens.

1930s art district with Spanish colonial buildings, galleries, and Mexican crafts.

Mediterranean mansion from 1929 with modern art collections, sculptures, and 23 acres of landscaped gardens.

The cave system extends several kilometers underground and features geological formations, stalactites and stalagmites.

Historical area with Victorian architecture from the 1800s, restored mansions, and cobblestone streets.

38-acre garden complex with native plants, palm grove, rose garden, and greenhouses containing tropical plants.

Urban park with water features, benches, event spaces and the Tower of the Americas from the 1968 World Fair.

A cultural center with multiple contemporary art galleries, artist studios and restaurants located in a renovated industrial building.

A 35-acre animal park with 3500 animals from 750 species and an aquarium in Brackenridge Park.

Public park with playground equipment, fountains and artworks spanning 4 acres in the Hemisfair District.

A cafe in the historic Rand Building with high ceilings, marble details and large windows facing Houston Street.

Large scale wall paintings on a former textile factory grounds featuring geometric patterns and local imagery.

A 43-acre linear park with walking paths, water features and art installations in south San Antonio.

A park with concrete vaulted pavilions located at the meeting point of San Pedro Creek and San Antonio River.

An 8-mile trail featuring views of 18th century Spanish missions and native Texas vegetation.

The district features murals, galleries and art installations on streets with numerous photo opportunities among historic buildings.

The Spanish railway station from 1902 features red domes, stucco ornaments and a colonnade with period architecture.

The museum offers science experiments, digital technologies and art spaces with colorful indoor and outdoor designs.

The military facility displays aircraft, hangars and training fields with opportunities to photograph aviation history.

This 1910 railroad bridge was converted into a pedestrian walkway. From here, visitors can see San Antonio skyscrapers.

Established in 1852, the park contains several water springs. Visitors find tennis courts, a swimming pool and an amphitheater.

This urban park features gardens and an 1899 war memorial. Regular events take place on the green space.

The art school occupies a former 19th-century convent. The premises contain galleries and exhibition areas.

Built in 1929, this theater features ornate interior with gilded details and red velvet seating for 856 spectators.