Near East Side Travel Guide

San Antonio

Near East Side
Near East Side
Photo by Sara Crotts
Photo by Sara Crotts
Photo by Sara Crotts
Photo by Sara Crotts
Photo by Sara Crotts
Photo by Sara Crotts

Popular places to visit

Alamodome

Alamodome

Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Alamodome
River Walk

River Walk

5/5(21 reviews)

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 fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

River Walk
Lackland Air Force Base

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.

Lackland Air Force Base
Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and see why people love this theme park in San Antonio. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Alamo which includes a monument and a memorial

Alamo

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Learn about the fierce Battle of the Alamo and pay your respects to those lost during the Texan Revolution at this historical complex.

Alamo
San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium which includes interior views, zoo animals and marine life

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.

San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Things to do

Asian Dumplings Cooking Class in San Antonio

Asian Dumplings Cooking Class in San Antonio

£55
per adult
Asian Dumplings Cooking Class in San Antonio
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns

San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns

£27
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
Best of San Antonio Tour

Best of San Antonio Tour

£121
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Best of San Antonio Tour
SEA LIFE San Antonio

SEA LIFE San Antonio

£20
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE San Antonio
Hop on Board the Ghost Bus

The Haunted Ghost Bus Tour in San Antonio

£41
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Haunted Ghost Bus Tour in San Antonio
Scenic San Antonio Night Tour

Scenic San Antonio Night Tour

£88
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Scenic San Antonio Night Tour
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Top hotels in Near East Side

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ San Antonio Downtown - Riverwalk
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ San Antonio Downtown - Riverwalk
2.5 out of 5
1011 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX
The price is £73 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£73
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7/10 Good! (1,491 reviews)
"It's a good place to stay on a budget. Need to have more detailed cleaning. The vent in the restroom had fuzzies like it hadn't been clean in a while. The shower head needs more water pressure. Entire place had a peculiar smell that I didn't like. Overall it was ok."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ San Antonio Downtown - Riverwalk
Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk
Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk
3 out of 5
1103 E Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is £73 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
£73
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (809 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, I loved everything about the room."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk
Comfort Suites Alamo - Riverwalk
Comfort Suites Alamo - Riverwalk
3 out of 5
505 Live Oak Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is £76 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£76
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was excellent but in my room 405 the bathtub is clogged hence water doesn't drain."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Comfort Suites Alamo - Riverwalk
Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG
Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG
3 out of 5
123 Hoefgen Ave, San Antonio, TX
The price is £91 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£91
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, within walking distance to the Espee or Alamodome. The parking was tricky. The beds were comfy & room was spacious. Perfect for family of 5. Boom Box Pizza bar was great & also easy walk to for dinner before the concert we were attending. If you want an easy walk & not worry about ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG
Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area
Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area
2 out of 5
1306 East Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (893 reviews)
"Staff member at the front desk was very helpful and accommodating. He was very busy but took the time to answer our questions. Also the property is within walking distance to Amtrak station, the convention center, the Downtown Riverwalk and the Alamodome. The room was clean and quiet."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

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Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG
2.5 out of 5
1309 E Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
The price is £77 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
£77
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The room was amazing, better than I was accepting. It was only me and my 2 young kids. The room could easily hold 8 people."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side

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Lavaca

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lavaca and surrounding area, you can visit Alamodome and Alamo.

Lavaca
Downtown - Riverwalk showing a river or creek, a bridge and boating

Downtown San Antonio

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from San Antonio River to Alamo – discover Downtown San Antonio, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

Downtown San Antonio
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Arsenal

If you're spending some time in Arsenal, San Antonio River and Guenther Street Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Arsenal
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Pearl District

You'll love the stunning river views in Pearl District, and you might want to stick around to check out San Antonio River, a top place to visit.

Pearl District
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Tobin Hill

While visiting Tobin Hill, you might make a stop by sights like San Antonio River and Temple Beth-El.

Tobin Hill
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Midtown

Unique features of Midtown include the river views and bars. Make a stop by San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium or San Antonio River while you're exploring the area.

Midtown

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