Balcones Heights Travel Guide
San Antonio
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Popular places to visit
River Walk
River Walk is just one of the places to see in San Antonio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and see why people love this theme park in San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Lackland Air Force Base
Lackland Air Force Base is just one of the places to see in San Antonio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the entertainment venues and shops in this family-friendly area.
San Antonio SeaWorld
Make time to visit the sea life at San Antonio SeaWorld, and find out why this is a popular attraction in San Antonio. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.
San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium
There are nearly 800 wild and wonderful species at the zoo in the center of Brackenridge Park, not far from the city center.
Alamodome
Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Things to do
San Antonio: Fredericksburg Wineries Day Trip with Tastings
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
San Antonio: Botanical Garden Admission Ticket
The Undead: Zombie Apocalypse Escape Room at Extreme Escape
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio
Top hotels in Balcones Heights
Riverwalk Plaza
Room was very nice, staff was great.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza
The breakfast was fresh, but the menu never changed. When we arrived, the water wasn't working in the whole hotel, and we weren't told that until AFTER we paid for the room. That was the case with some other guests as well. The rooms were cleaned only upon request. The drainage in the shower was ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Room was huge, clean and comfortable. Both pools were excellent. Happy hour a great added bonus. Location was perfect.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Menger Hotel
Great location and a very nice hotel with fantastic history. Only complaint is how small the showers are and the temperature fluctuation in the water. However, we would stay there again.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Crockett Hotel
Perfect location
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk
Breakfast was good Bar staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balcones Heights
Medical Center District
While visiting Medical Center District, you might make a stop by sights like USAA Corporate Office Headquarters and Cinemark San Antonio 16.
Shearer Hills - Ridgeview
While visiting Shearer Hills - Ridgeview, you might make a stop by sights like North Star Mall and San Pedro Driving Range & Par 3 Course.
Midtown
Unique features of Midtown include the river views and bars. Make a stop by San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium or The DoSeum while you're exploring the area.
Tobin Hill
Tobin Hill might not have many top sights, but San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and San Antonio Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Uptown
If you're spending some time in Uptown, San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Alamo Heights
You'll enjoy the museums and coffee shops in Alamo Heights. You might want to make time for a stop at San Antonio River or Toilet Seat Museum.
