Why visit San Antonio?
San Antonio, Texas is about a 3.5-hour drive from Houston, making it another good destination to explore by car. San Antonio was founded as a Spanish Mission and colonial outpost in 1718 and has a deep history. There are many things to explore such as:
- The River Walk which winds through five miles of downtown with great shopping, restaurants, and nightlife.
- Five Spanish Missions dating back to the eighteenth-century including The Alamo.
- Beautiful art museums or theme parks (SeaWorld and Six Flag Fiesta Texas) if you’re with kids.
- Try the local puffy tacos, where traditional taco fillings meet a golden-fried, crispy, puffy tortilla.
We are highlighting the key activities and top accommodations you should consider on your luxury vacation to San Antonio. If you need more information on any of these options, please feel free to contact us.
Suggested activities in San Antonio, Texas
Below are some recommended activities while visiting San Antonio.
- Caving Adventure in San Antonio – Explore the miraculous labyrinth that lies below San Antonio and the surrounding Hill Country during an underground adventure that features climbing, repelling, and getting dirty.
- Full-Day Historic Bike Tour in San Antonio – Explore San Antonio’s most iconic sites during this engaging bike tour through its historic downtown and Missions National Park.
- Private Art Studio & Gallery Tour – Visit top local artists in their studio or gallery during an insider art tour in San Antonio tailored to your interest in painting, sculpture, glass blowing, ceramics, or printmaking.
Recommended luxury accommodations in San Antonio, Texas
In the city: Hotel Emma
Hotel Emma is a historic, authentic, and welcoming hotel. It was once a 19th-century brewhouse. Today, it is an extraordinary 146-room riverfront hotel. It marks the center of the Pearl District’s culinary and cultural community on the northern edge of downtown San Antonio. We stayed here last year and love the unique elements and welcoming atmosphere. Don’t forget to enjoy a complimentary margarita when you check-in. Check out our top 5 reasons to stay at Hotel Emma.
In the Hill Country: La Cantera Resort & Spa
La Cantera Resort & Spa is situated atop the highest point in San Antonio. You will have the perfect vantage-point, overlooking the beautiful Texas Hill Country. The 496 guestrooms, suites, and villas are surrounded by 36 holes of championship golf, 12 restaurants and bars, elaborate pool decks, luxe cabanas, and the resort’s 25,000-square-foot, world-class spa, Loma de Vida Spa & Wellness. The most recent addition to dining is Signature, by four-time James Beard honoree Chef Andrew Weissman. This is your Hill Country oasis.
Both of these hotels/resorts are part of Virtuoso, which means if you book through LBL Travel you will get extra perks and amenities. Contact us today to start planning your adventure to San Antonio. Or, book on-line right now to lock-in your complimentary Virtuoso amenities.