San Antonio's Best Photo Spots

Bob Wade originally gave birth to these boots in the nation's capital, for East Coast denizens who craved a taste of Texas. However, the boots made the journey with Bob back to Texas, and planted themselves ...

These limestone caverns are considered "living," which is a not-exactly scientific term to describe a cave still forming due to flowing water. The craggy chambers are filled with stalactites, stalagmites, an...

The Virgin Mary of San Antonio may not be located in the nicest part of town, but she is still a thing a beauty to behold. Make sure you get there well before sunset so that you can see the Blessed Mother in...

In the unlikely city of San Antonio, a pretty Japanese garden has a long history, beginning in 1899. What was once a stone quarry was turned into a small paradise with the vision of local government leaders ...

Museums can be so stodgy and priggish. The Buckhorn Saloon and Museum is different, though. It actually started out as a saloon, and then slowly acquired horns and antlers from around the world. Then, the mu...

Riverwalks are a must-see in any large southern metropolis, but the San Antonio Riverwalk is dazzlingly romantic. It showcases the unique blend of Texan-Spanish-Mexican culture, a.k.a. Tejano, that can only ...

This artificial cave was designed by Carlos Cortes and completed in 2009. He used tons of cement to create the cave, stalactites, stalagmites, and waterfalls. Simultaneously wondrous and disturbing the undul...

This pretty stone footbridge covered in ivy is dedicated to the Tejano singer of the same name, Rosita Fernandez. Although there are many ways San Antonio has recognized her talents, this bridge is near one ...

One part legend and two parts history, the Alamo defines the turning point in the Texas Revolution. It's also where Pee-Wee Herman believes his bike has been held hostage - in "Pee-Wee's Big Adventure." Even...

History and wildlife coexist peacefully in this serene urban park that was once a military fort and arsenal. Deer, rabbits, and peacocks wander around the green field and military museum. Their origin is a m...

A giant, circular slab of wood with a bison emblazoned on its surface marks the entrance to the parking lot of this unique business. They've been around since 1948 when they started the tradition of making c...

The unique architecture of the church as well as the pastoral beauty gives significance to this mission. Founded in 1720 by Fray Antonio Margil de Jesús this is one of the most popular missions in Texas and ...

In 2002 the Mexican government gifted the city of San Antonio with this abstract work of art created by sculptor, Sebastian. The name in English means "The Torch of Friendship," a great symbol for a city wit...