San Antonio is a city of 1.5 million people, but it can feel like a small town with its warm and friendly faces welcoming you.
With the city’s historical landmarks, parks, lively art scene, museums and annual festivals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy here.
A Vibrant City
San Antonio is home to a vibrant culture and features iconic landmarks like The Alamo and River Walk. It’s also just a short trip away from Austin or the beach. San Antonio’s cultural personality is unique. Mexican, European, Asian, African and Western traditions blend to create something not found anywhere else in the country. When you come to study in San Antonio, you are adding to a unique cultural environment that we love to celebrate here.
Cool Facts about San Antonio
- Everything is bigger in Texas – San Antonio is the second biggest city in Texas!
- San Antonio is the 7th largest city in the U.S.
- We’re a hotspot for travel – About 40 million tourists visit San Antonio every year. The Alamo, located Downtown, is Texas’s top tourist attraction.
- A city of champions – Home to five-time NBA champion the San Antonio Spurs.
- #4 best city for young grads. (Online Degree)
- Ranked #6 Best City in the nation (Travel + Leisure)
- Business is booming – San Antonio is the headquarters of three major Fortune 500 companies: Valero Energy, Rush Enterprises and USAA.
- Three centuries of history – 2018 marked the tricentennial year for the city of San Antonio, celebrating 300 years of San Antonio’s history, arts, culture and heritage.
- Listed in Best U.S. Cities for Startups (CommercialCafe)
- #21 best large college town in America (Wallet Hub)
Visit The Shops at La Cantera, located across from UT San Antonio, for shopping, dining and entertainment activities.
The Shops at La Cantera
Located next to La Cantera, this large amusement park features dozens of rides, shows and activities.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
This Greek-themed, art-house movie theater offers IMAX screens, table seating, and a full food and drink menu!
Santikos Palladium IMAX
Located in downtown San Antonio, the 750-foot Tower of the Americas provides the most spectacular view of Alamo City.
Tower of the Americas
One of San Antonio’s most popular attractions! This world-famous urban waterway is lined for miles with hotels, restaurants and shops.
The Historic River Walk
This revitalized neighborhood has grown into a communal gathering space that features a wide mix of dining and entertainment.
Pearl Historic District
Located in beautiful Brackenridge Park and voted third best zoo in the U.S., this 35-acre zoo features a collection of over 3,500 animals to visit and learn from.
San Antonio Zoo
Thanks to its seating capabilities, building configurations and tech upgrades, the Frost Bank Center hosts events that can range from an ice show, basketball game, boxing match, rodeo and more.
Frost Bank Center
This 250-acre marine life amusement park houses an oceanarium and water park and is located on the city’s west side.
Seaworld San Antonio
San Antonio has been home to a consistent military presence for nearly 300 years. It’s why we’re called a Military City.
Military City
Tubing on the rivers in and around San Antonio is a Hill Country pastime and a favorite South Texas tradition.
Guadalupe & Comal Rivers
We love our food and culinary heritage! San Antonio is designated as a Creative City of Gastronomy by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
SA City of GastronomyA Culture to Discover
San Antonio Art Museum
Located on the River Walk, the San Antonio Museum of Art has large collections of ancient Mediterranean art, Asian art and Latin American art with a notable contemporary collection.
Institute of Texan Cultures
Explore Texas’s rich history and vibrant cultures through engaging curated digital exhibits that tell the stories and traditions of the people who helped shape our state.
San Antonio Missions
The five Historic Missions of San Antonio are a certified World Heritage site! The Alamo is the most famous of these.
San Antonio B-cycle Stations
Our bike share is designed for short trips and quick adventures around town. When you’re done riding, you can conveniently dock your bike at any B-station.
Greenway Trails
Hiking and biking along the Greenway trails is a great way to enjoy the outdoors through an ever growing network of multi-use trails that wind through natural landscapes.