The 15 best things to do in San Antonio (2026)

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   1. The Escape Game San Antonio: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at The Rim

   Outty Ranking92

   You can find us in San Antonio at The Rim, next to countless dining, retail, and entertainment options. It's perfect if you want to pair an escape room with other activities like a day of shopping or an evening of dinner. 90+ Club at 92/100, 5.0/5 from 854 traveler reviews, 1.3h from $43, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   2. Walking Tour Along the San Antonio Riverwalk And Around Downtown

   Outty Ranking88

   Walk with a Certified San Antonio Tour Guide. From the first step of your adventure, I will share fascinating stories about the history, culture, architecture, and personalities of San Antonio. Hear about the back story. Exceptional at 88/100, 5.0/5 from 158 traveler reviews, 3h from $35, free cancellation.

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   3. San Antonio Haunted Ghost Bus Tour

   Outty Ranking86

   Rated Top 3 Ghost Tours in the Country by USA TODAY 2021! Hop on board San Antonio's FIRST AND ORIGINAL GHOST BUS TOUR and be transported into a world of ghostly happenings and spooky history. The Ghost Bus will drive. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.7/5 from 1,043 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $60, free cancellation.

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   4. Small-Group World Heritage San Antonio Missions Guided Tour

   Outty Ranking85

   Our Guided Mission Tours are offered 7 days a week by a local tour guide. You'll not only get to learn all about the history of the missions and the area, but also gain perspective from a local San Antonian. Exceptional at 85/100, 4.9/5 from 296 traveler reviews, 4h from $75, free cancellation.

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   5. San Antonio Full Day Historic City Tour

   Outty Ranking85

   This small-group full-day San Antonio tour details the history, architecture, and confluence of cultures that make San Antonio unique. With exciting narratives and sound effects about historical sites and significant eve. Exceptional at 85/100, 4.8/5 from 386 traveler reviews, 8h from $119, free cancellation.

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   6. Taste of Fredericksburg Small-Group Wine Tour from San Antonio

   Outty Ranking84

   Our small group wine tours allow for our guests to have a more one on one experience while exploring the Hill Country wine region (Texas' best kept secret!). Our knowledgeable tour guides are able to provide not only his. Exceptional at 84/100, 4.9/5 from 297 traveler reviews, 6h from $179, free cancellation.

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   7. San Antonio Missions UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour

   Outty Ranking84

   This small-group tour is the perfect way to see the missions and learn about the founding of San Antonio with its rich history and culture. Experience Spanish History, the Coahuiltecans, and the early southwest. Learn ab. Exceptional at 84/100, 4.6/5 from 1,041 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $75, free cancellation.

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   8. San Antonio Premium City Tour with Alamo & River Walk Cruise

   Outty Ranking83

   The first stop of the day is an exciting visit to a local cultural icon, the Alamo, where you will stand in the footsteps of heroes before. Get up close and personal with some of the Alamo’s largest weapons and fortifica. Exceptional at 83/100, 4.7/5 from 1,176 traveler reviews, 4h from $159, free cancellation.

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   9. San Antonio's Ultimate Ghost and Murder Walking Guided Tour

   Outty Ranking83

   Expert storytelling! Take in the mysteries of a San Antonio Ghost and Murder tour. This is where excellent ghost stories meet true crime, told only by the best storytellers around! Exceptional at 83/100, 4.8/5 from 288 traveler reviews, 1.5h from $25, free cancellation.

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    10. Historic Downtown & Riverwalk Walking Tour

    Outty Ranking82

    Join a local tour guide as we explore the history, architecture, and landmarks of downtown San Antonio, and it's beloved Riverwalk. Expect to walk approximately two miles throughout the tour. Exceptional at 82/100, 4.9/5 from 196 traveler reviews, 2h from $39, free cancellation.

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    11. Cave Without a Name Admission Ticket with Guided Cavern Tour

    Outty Ranking82

    Eleven miles northeast of Boerne at 325 Kreutzberg Rd. in the scenic Texas Hill Country is Cave Without a Name, a natural, living cavern, and some say the most beautiful in Texas. The the cave is 39 miles from downtown S. Exceptional at 82/100, 4.8/5 from 342 traveler reviews, 1h from $30, free cancellation.

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    12. PRIVATE Missions and More - Half-day City Tour

    Outty Ranking81

    The level of sophistication, engagement and humor on San Antonio ProTours is unmatched. Locally-owned and operated (unlike most tour companies here). Exclusive tour operator for the number-one rated luxury hotel in the U. Exceptional at 81/100, 5.0/5 from 267 traveler reviews, 3h from $205, free cancellation.

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    13. The Magic Saloon Immersive Experience and Show Ticket

    Outty Ranking81

    The Magic Saloon is more than just a show—it’s an experience from the moment you step inside. Every corner of this immersive venue is designed to spark wonder, from hidden secrets and interactive elements to expertly cra. Exceptional at 81/100, 4.9/5 from 183 traveler reviews, 1.5h from $51, free cancellation.

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    14. San Antonio Haunted History Ghost Tour

    Outty Ranking80

    Rated #2 Ghost Tour in the Country by USA TODAY! Stroll through the streets of Old San Antonio as your guide recounts the stories of centuries past and brings history to life! This 90-minute walking tour is an educationa. Exceptional at 80/100, 4.6/5 from 795 traveler reviews, 1.5h from $32, free cancellation.

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    15. San Antonio E-Bike Tour: Murals, Street Art and Hidden Gems

    Outty Ranking79

    Skip the crowded River Walk and see a side of San Antonio most visitors miss. The Mural Ride is not your typical city tour. We’ll hop on e-bikes and ride through San Antonio neighborhoods filled with street art, local h. Strongly Recommended at 79/100, 5.0/5 from 108 traveler reviews, 1.8h from $75, free cancellation.

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