Kozy Accommodations - San Antonio Texas and surrounding areas
Sightseeing
1. The Alamo: A San Antonio essential. San Antonio is nicknamed “Alamo City”, the old Catholic mission is situated right in the heart of downtown and the famous Riverwalk. There is a large exhibit inside and outside of the Alamo building itself that explains the history of the building and the events that transpired there (Remember the Alamo!). Parking can be a pain downtown but once you get into the riverwalk area (you will know you are there when you see signs next to stairways that say “Riverwalk” with an arrow point below street level) then you can park in any garage you find, expect to pay somewhere between 10-20 dollars depending how far away you are. Getting an Uber is also a good option, and since you are close to downtown it will likely be inexpensive.
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300 Alamo Plaza1. The Alamo: A San Antonio essential. San Antonio is nicknamed “Alamo City”, the old Catholic mission is situated right in the heart of downtown and the famous Riverwalk. There is a large exhibit inside and outside of the Alamo building itself that explains the history of the building and the events that transpired there (Remember the Alamo!). Parking can be a pain downtown but once you get into the riverwalk area (you will know you are there when you see signs next to stairways that say “Riverwalk” with an arrow point below street level) then you can park in any garage you find, expect to pay somewhere between 10-20 dollars depending how far away you are. Getting an Uber is also a good option, and since you are close to downtown it will likely be inexpensive.
2. The San Antonio Museum of Art: The SAMA is located in the old Lonestar brewery on Jones Ave, there is parking directly across the street. The museum has a large collection of art from different cultures and eras in history with rotating special exhibits. Usually the museum has “free” hours on Sunday and a weekday, these change from time to time so it is best to check the website for details before visiting (https://www.samuseum.org). Situated behind the museum is Tre Trattoria, an Italian restaurant that serves up scratch made pastas and has seating overlooking the river.
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Iziko leMfundo kaSan Antonio
200 W Jones Ave2. The San Antonio Museum of Art: The SAMA is located in the old Lonestar brewery on Jones Ave, there is parking directly across the street. The museum has a large collection of art from different cultures and eras in history with rotating special exhibits. Usually the museum has “free” hours on Sunday and a weekday, these change from time to time so it is best to check the website for details before visiting (https://www.samuseum.org). Situated behind the museum is Tre Trattoria, an Italian restaurant that serves up scratch made pastas and has seating overlooking the river.
3. The McNay: The McNay art museum is a contemporary art museum with works from many renowned artists. They have a newly renovated lawn with many outdoor pieces of art as well. Similar to SAMA, the McNay offers special times with free admission but it is best to check the website before going to make sure they don’t change (https://www.mcnayart.org).
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McNay Art Museum
6000 N New Braunfels Ave3. The McNay: The McNay art museum is a contemporary art museum with works from many renowned artists. They have a newly renovated lawn with many outdoor pieces of art as well. Similar to SAMA, the McNay offers special times with free admission but it is best to check the website before going to make sure they don’t change (https://www.mcnayart.org).
4. The Witte: The Witte is a nature and science museum that has everything from dinosaurs to local agriculture and wildlife with many interactive exhibits and lots of stuff to see. The Witte also has hours of free admission, be sure to check the website before planning a visit (https://www.wittemuseum.org).
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Witte Museum
3801 Broadway4. The Witte: The Witte is a nature and science museum that has everything from dinosaurs to local agriculture and wildlife with many interactive exhibits and lots of stuff to see. The Witte also has hours of free admission, be sure to check the website before planning a visit (https://www.wittemuseum.org).
5. Museum of Army Medicine: The museum of Army Medicine is located on Fort Sam Houston and will require either a member of your party to have a military ID or you will need to check into the visitor center to get a pass for the day to enter. Once you are on base admission to the museum is free and it documents the progression of army medicine from the revolution up to modern day. There are many artifacts from all US conflicts through the years with a military vehicle exhibit located outside that houses helicopters and trucks used in various combat scenarios. Please check the website for hours of operation and accessibility before planning a trip (https://ameddmuseum.amedd.army.mil).
Army Medical Department (AMEDD) Museum
5. Museum of Army Medicine: The museum of Army Medicine is located on Fort Sam Houston and will require either a member of your party to have a military ID or you will need to check into the visitor center to get a pass for the day to enter. Once you are on base admission to the museum is free and it documents the progression of army medicine from the revolution up to modern day. There are many artifacts from all US conflicts through the years with a military vehicle exhibit located outside that houses helicopters and trucks used in various combat scenarios. Please check the website for hours of operation and accessibility before planning a trip (https://ameddmuseum.amedd.army.mil).
6. The Do-Seum: The Doseum is an interactive museum for kids. Unfortunately we have never visited but we have heard many great things from friends with children.
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DoSeum
2800 Broadway6. The Do-Seum: The Doseum is an interactive museum for kids. Unfortunately we have never visited but we have heard many great things from friends with children.
Outdoor Activities
2. The San Antonio Riverwalk: The San Antonio River Walk is the crown jewel of this city. When you visit the Alamo you will undoubtedly visit the portion of the river walk downtown that is full of shops and restaurants and plenty of touristy souvenirs and museums. There is a lot to see and do when you are downtown there but our best recommendations are to do the boat tour. We have done the boat tour many times and we always learn something new about San Antonio when we do them. However! Do not make the mistake and think that the touristy section of the river walk is the whole river walk. The river walk stretches all the way downtown and follows the river about two miles North and ends up at the Pearl (see number 2). There is nothing we love more about this city than walking the beautifully manicured river walk away from the hustle and bustle of downtown.
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River Walk
River Walk2. The San Antonio Riverwalk: The San Antonio River Walk is the crown jewel of this city. When you visit the Alamo you will undoubtedly visit the portion of the river walk downtown that is full of shops and restaurants and plenty of touristy souvenirs and museums. There is a lot to see and do when you are downtown there but our best recommendations are to do the boat tour. We have done the boat tour many times and we always learn something new about San Antonio when we do them. However! Do not make the mistake and think that the touristy section of the river walk is the whole river walk. The river walk stretches all the way downtown and follows the river about two miles North and ends up at the Pearl (see number 2). There is nothing we love more about this city than walking the beautifully manicured river walk away from the hustle and bustle of downtown.
3. Southtown: Southtown is an area of San Antonio slightly south of the downtown river walk area nestled near the historic King William district. It is marked by local favorites such as the Friendly Spot, Batallion, and the Blue Star Arts Complex. Southtown offers a lot of restaurants and bars in a local community setting which makes it great for a night out with friends and family.
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Southtown
3. Southtown: Southtown is an area of San Antonio slightly south of the downtown river walk area nestled near the historic King William district. It is marked by local favorites such as the Friendly Spot, Batallion, and the Blue Star Arts Complex. Southtown offers a lot of restaurants and bars in a local community setting which makes it great for a night out with friends and family.
4. San Antonio Botanical Garden: The Botanical garden is a beautiful place to spend an afternoon among the flowers. There is a restaurant (Jardin) inside the Botanical that is also within walking distance and you do not need to purchase admission to go. Additionally the Botanical garden often hosts events such as plays, food and drink tastings, etc. Be sure to check the website to see what’s going on during your trip, https://www.sabot.org
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Isityalo saseSan Antonio Botanical
555 Funston Pl4. San Antonio Botanical Garden: The Botanical garden is a beautiful place to spend an afternoon among the flowers. There is a restaurant (Jardin) inside the Botanical that is also within walking distance and you do not need to purchase admission to go. Additionally the Botanical garden often hosts events such as plays, food and drink tastings, etc. Be sure to check the website to see what’s going on during your trip, https://www.sabot.org
5. Mahncke Park and the Mahncke Park Community Garden: There is a beautiful view from the top of the hill and a sidewalk path that wraps around the whole park. On the south side of the park about half way down you will find the charming and quaint Mahncke Park Community Garden. The MPCG has a bunch of homegrown plants and vegetable and also hosts its own compost and bee house. There is never a bad time to walk down to the garden and have a seat on the benches underneath the large tree and admire the flowers.
Mahncke Park
5. Mahncke Park and the Mahncke Park Community Garden: There is a beautiful view from the top of the hill and a sidewalk path that wraps around the whole park. On the south side of the park about half way down you will find the charming and quaint Mahncke Park Community Garden. The MPCG has a bunch of homegrown plants and vegetable and also hosts its own compost and bee house. There is never a bad time to walk down to the garden and have a seat on the benches underneath the large tree and admire the flowers.
6. Japanese Tea Garden (free admission): The Japanese Tea Garden is a must-see while staying here, its about a 30 minute walk through scenic Brackenridge and is located in an old cement factory. There you will find a beautiful collection of flowers and landscaping that offers some of the most scenic views in San Antonio.
Japanese tea garden
6. Japanese Tea Garden (free admission): The Japanese Tea Garden is a must-see while staying here, its about a 30 minute walk through scenic Brackenridge and is located in an old cement factory. There you will find a beautiful collection of flowers and landscaping that offers some of the most scenic views in San Antonio.
7. The Alamo Quarry Market: The Quarry Market is large outdoor shopping complex with many shops and restaurants. You will find many major clothing stores as well as brunch spots, the grocery store, and a few ice cream shops. The iconic Lucchese Bootmaker store is located here as well.
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Alamo Quarry Market
255 E Basse Rd7. The Alamo Quarry Market: The Quarry Market is large outdoor shopping complex with many shops and restaurants. You will find many major clothing stores as well as brunch spots, the grocery store, and a few ice cream shops. The iconic Lucchese Bootmaker store is located here as well.
8. Blue Star Arts Complex: Complex of shops, art vendors, and restaurants located in Southtown San Antonio on the river walk. This is a great place to spend an evening for dinner and drinks as well as shop for local art. https://bluestarartscomplex.com
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Blue Star Coffee
8. Blue Star Arts Complex: Complex of shops, art vendors, and restaurants located in Southtown San Antonio on the river walk. This is a great place to spend an evening for dinner and drinks as well as shop for local art. https://bluestarartscomplex.com
Mexican* Food Scene
Food: This is by no means an exhaustive list of all restaurants in San Antonio! There are so many different options here, the ones on this list are just the ones we have been to or have been recommended to us. Do not worry, you cant go wrong by checking yelp if you want to try somewhere else, we just want this list to help in case you needed some inspiration.
1. Pete’s Tako House: Can order online for pick up, dive-ish but super good tacos and Mexican food. Would recommend eating there and then going for a walk on the river after. https://petestakohouse.com
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Pete's Tako House
502 Brooklyn Ave1. Pete’s Tako House: Can order online for pick up, dive-ish but super good tacos and Mexican food. Would recommend eating there and then going for a walk on the river after. https://petestakohouse.com
2. Rosario’s: Located in Southtown, Rosarios is a popular spot for tourists (outside of the riverwalk) with a nice atmosphere and good food. https://rosariossa.com
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Rosario's
722 S Alamo St2. Rosario’s: Located in Southtown, Rosarios is a popular spot for tourists (outside of the riverwalk) with a nice atmosphere and good food. https://rosariossa.com
3. Paloma Blanca: Nicer sit-down restaurant located in Alamo Heights . https://www.palomablanca.net
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Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine
5800 Broadway3. Paloma Blanca: Nicer sit-down restaurant located in Alamo Heights . https://www.palomablanca.net
4. Taco Broadway: Probably the most authentic Mexican food on this list. It is run by a sweet lady who moved here from Mexico and her family. Very divey with limited seating inside (maybe 5 tables).
Taco Broadway
3610 Broadway4. Taco Broadway: Probably the most authentic Mexican food on this list. It is run by a sweet lady who moved here from Mexico and her family. Very divey with limited seating inside (maybe 5 tables).
5. Velvet Taco: Non-traditional taco spot in the pearl, Americanized version of tacos located at the pearl. Lots of outdoor seating and drink choices. https://www.velvettaco.com/location/grayson-st/
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Velvet Taco
103 West Grayson Street5. Velvet Taco: Non-traditional taco spot in the pearl, Americanized version of tacos located at the pearl. Lots of outdoor seating and drink choices. https://www.velvettaco.com/location/grayson-st/
Breakfast/Brunch
1. Ida Claire: Restaurant in the Quarry offering a large brunch menu with lots of outdoor seating and live music (they also have great options for lunch and dinner). The chicken and waffles, and sticky bun are a must try. https://www.ida-claire.com
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Ida Claire
7300 Jones Maltsberger Rd1. Ida Claire: Restaurant in the Quarry offering a large brunch menu with lots of outdoor seating and live music (they also have great options for lunch and dinner). The chicken and waffles, and sticky bun are a must try. https://www.ida-claire.com
2. Snooze AM Eatery: Snooze is also located in the Quarry, very trendy and tends to fill up quickly so best to make a reservation online before visiting unless you are going early. https://www.snoozeeatery.com
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Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
255 E Basse Rd2. Snooze AM Eatery: Snooze is also located in the Quarry, very trendy and tends to fill up quickly so best to make a reservation online before visiting unless you are going early. https://www.snoozeeatery.com
3. Earl Abel’s: Known for their fried chicken, Earl Abels has a great brunch menu and a delicious pie/cake/baked good counter. I always make sure to grab an eclair or cream puff before we leave and walk around the pearl. https://www.earlabelssa.com
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Earl Abel's
1639 Broadway3. Earl Abel’s: Known for their fried chicken, Earl Abels has a great brunch menu and a delicious pie/cake/baked good counter. I always make sure to grab an eclair or cream puff before we leave and walk around the pearl. https://www.earlabelssa.com
4. Supper: Located in the Pearl next to the beautifully remodeled hotel Emma. https://www.supperatemma.com
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Supper
136 E Grayson St4. Supper: Located in the Pearl next to the beautifully remodeled hotel Emma. https://www.supperatemma.com
5. Alamo Biscuit Company: Located NW of the city, Alamo Biscuit Co. specializes in biscuits and brunch. https://alamobiscuitco.com
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Alamo Biscuit Company & Panaderia
9630 Huebner Road5. Alamo Biscuit Company: Located NW of the city, Alamo Biscuit Co. specializes in biscuits and brunch. https://alamobiscuitco.com
6. Boss Bagel: Likely the best bagels you will find in San Antonio (trust me, we’ve looked), Boss Bagel is on New Braunfels Ave and offers a multitude of bagels and specialty cream cheeses. Worth a stop even for a couple of New Yorkers like ourselves. https://bossbagel.com
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Boss Bagel
6458 N New Braunfels Ave6. Boss Bagel: Likely the best bagels you will find in San Antonio (trust me, we’ve looked), Boss Bagel is on New Braunfels Ave and offers a multitude of bagels and specialty cream cheeses. Worth a stop even for a couple of New Yorkers like ourselves. https://bossbagel.com
7. Guenther House: Breakfast/brunch located at the historic Guenther House in Southtown. Wait times are often long, we would recommend calling ahead or making a reservation unless you plan to get there early. https://www.guentherhouse.com
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The Guenther House Museum
205 E Guenther St7. Guenther House: Breakfast/brunch located at the historic Guenther House in Southtown. Wait times are often long, we would recommend calling ahead or making a reservation unless you plan to get there early. https://www.guentherhouse.com
8. Magnolia Pancake Haus: Some of the best pancakes in the city, this is a very popular spot for locals in the San Antonio area and one of our favorites to take people from out of town for breakfast and brunch. Again, expect long waits here (totally worth it though). https://www.magnoliapancakehaus.com
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The Magnolia Pancake Haus
10333 Huebner Rd8. Magnolia Pancake Haus: Some of the best pancakes in the city, this is a very popular spot for locals in the San Antonio area and one of our favorites to take people from out of town for breakfast and brunch. Again, expect long waits here (totally worth it though). https://www.magnoliapancakehaus.com
Sushi
Osaka Steak & Sushi Bar
4902 BroadwayTong's Thai Restaurant
1146 Austin HwySushi Zushi
9867 I-10Pizza
1. Pizza Classics: This is not the best pizza in San Antonio, however it is decent pizza. You may be asking why we included it? Pizza Classics runs a buy one get one free deal on all of their pizzas any size every day of the week. We usually get PCs for some quick decent pizza when we are hanging out with friends and it never disappoints for the price. Also it is located about five minutes away from here making it very convenient. https://www.pizzaclassics.com
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Pizza Classics
3440 N St Mary's St1. Pizza Classics: This is not the best pizza in San Antonio, however it is decent pizza. You may be asking why we included it? Pizza Classics runs a buy one get one free deal on all of their pizzas any size every day of the week. We usually get PCs for some quick decent pizza when we are hanging out with friends and it never disappoints for the price. Also it is located about five minutes away from here making it very convenient. https://www.pizzaclassics.com
1. Capos Pizza: Capos is located at Broadway and 410. It is owned by a man from Buffalo, NY (home of the buffalo chicken wing) and has pretty good pizza and wings. https://www.capospizzasa.com
Capos Pizzeria
8522 Broadway1. Capos Pizza: Capos is located at Broadway and 410. It is owned by a man from Buffalo, NY (home of the buffalo chicken wing) and has pretty good pizza and wings. https://www.capospizzasa.com
3. Pizza Party (sells pizza by the slice and is open late): located on the bustling St. Marys strip in the heart of the bars and nightlife. The pizza is your classic 2am fix for food after a long night of bar hopping but also tastes good to stop by for a bite in the late evening.
Pizza Party
2334 North Saint Mary's Street3. Pizza Party (sells pizza by the slice and is open late): located on the bustling St. Marys strip in the heart of the bars and nightlife. The pizza is your classic 2am fix for food after a long night of bar hopping but also tastes good to stop by for a bite in the late evening.
4. Dough, Pizzeria Napoletana: Wood fired artisan pizzas, also featured on Diners, Drive ins, and Dives. http://www.doughpizzeria.com
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Dough Pizzeria
172 Rose St4. Dough, Pizzeria Napoletana: Wood fired artisan pizzas, also featured on Diners, Drive ins, and Dives. http://www.doughpizzeria.com
5. Chicago Pizza: That’s right! Deep dish pizza in the south, Chicagos Pizza has very good Chicago style deep dish pizza. AS someone who has been to Chicago for authentic deep dish pizza I was skeptical, but this joint lives up to the name and is a great choice if you’re in the mood for deep dish pizza. https://www.orderchicagospizzamenu.com
Chicago's Pizza
5525 Blanco Road5. Chicago Pizza: That’s right! Deep dish pizza in the south, Chicagos Pizza has very good Chicago style deep dish pizza. AS someone who has been to Chicago for authentic deep dish pizza I was skeptical, but this joint lives up to the name and is a great choice if you’re in the mood for deep dish pizza. https://www.orderchicagospizzamenu.com
Burgers
1. Mr. Juicy: Number 1 for three reason, taste, price, and proximity. MJ is one of my favorites and is consistently good. Also, reason number 4, the fries are some of the best you will ever have. Outstanding.
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Mr Juicy
3315 San Pedro Ave1. Mr. Juicy: Number 1 for three reason, taste, price, and proximity. MJ is one of my favorites and is consistently good. Also, reason number 4, the fries are some of the best you will ever have. Outstanding.
2. Papa’s Burgers: Very delicious burger, the bun is what sets Papas apart. Papas has also been rated best burger in Texas and for good reason. Trust me when I say you will not be disappointed with choosing this spot.
Papas Burgers "In God We Trust"
6900 San Pedro Avenue2. Papa’s Burgers: Very delicious burger, the bun is what sets Papas apart. Papas has also been rated best burger in Texas and for good reason. Trust me when I say you will not be disappointed with choosing this spot.
3. Fatt Boy Burgers and Dogs: Fatt boys is a little bit of a drive and located in an unsavory neighborhood, we usually get it to go. However, the burgers and onion rings make it worth the drive and never disappoint. http://www.fattboyburgers.com
Fattboy Burgers & Dogs
2345 Vance Jackson Rd3. Fatt Boy Burgers and Dogs: Fatt boys is a little bit of a drive and located in an unsavory neighborhood, we usually get it to go. However, the burgers and onion rings make it worth the drive and never disappoint. http://www.fattboyburgers.com
4. Burger Boy: Burger boy is a downtown San Antonio staple. Located on the St. Marys strip, you can’t miss the large rotating sign and orange steeple that makes this classic burger joint stand out. Burger Boy is more of a fast food style joint but is always delicious when you’re in the mood for something quick and convenient. https://www.burgerboysa.com
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Burger Boy
2323 N St Mary's St4. Burger Boy: Burger boy is a downtown San Antonio staple. Located on the St. Marys strip, you can’t miss the large rotating sign and orange steeple that makes this classic burger joint stand out. Burger Boy is more of a fast food style joint but is always delicious when you’re in the mood for something quick and convenient. https://www.burgerboysa.com
5. Sam’s Burger Joint: Sams is pretty good choice if you are near the Pearl. They have a cool aesthetic inside if you want to sit and eat, the place also doubles as a small venue for bands. https://samsburgerjoint.com
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Sam's Burger Joint
330 E Grayson St5. Sam’s Burger Joint: Sams is pretty good choice if you are near the Pearl. They have a cool aesthetic inside if you want to sit and eat, the place also doubles as a small venue for bands. https://samsburgerjoint.com
6. Tycoon Flats: Located on the St. Marys strip, Tycoon Flats is a primarily outdoor restaurant with many different types of burgers. This is a great place to grab a burger and a drink with a great atmosphere. https://www.tycoonflats.net
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Tycoon Flats
2926 N St Mary's St6. Tycoon Flats: Located on the St. Marys strip, Tycoon Flats is a primarily outdoor restaurant with many different types of burgers. This is a great place to grab a burger and a drink with a great atmosphere. https://www.tycoonflats.net