San Antonio · Comal County, TX

Hidden gems in San Antonio

Scout analyzed 147 San Antonio places and surfaced the ones that actually fit hidden gems.

Places analyzed

147

Matches

14

Typical spend

Typical visit

1.9 hr

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McNay Art Museum

Terrell Heights

McNay Art Museum

American & European art (from Medieval to contemporary) in a 1929 mansion with a modern addition.

Arts
2 hr visit
Wonder Chamber

San Antonio International Airport Vicinity

Wonder Chamber

ArtsShopping
2 hr visit
Witte Museum

Mahncke Park

Witte Museum

Touring & long-term exhibits about natural history, art & Texas heritage, plus a Science Treehouse.

FoodArtsShopping
45 min visit
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts

Auditorium Circle

Tobin Center for the Performing Arts

Live musicArts
2.3 hr visit
The Espee

St. Paul Square

The Espee

Live musicArts
2.3 hr visit
Hemisfair

Hemisfair

Hemisfair

Iconic park housing Tower of the Americas, Institute of Texan Cultures, fountains & a playground.

OutdoorsHistory
1.5 hr visit
The DoSeum

Arts & Culture

The DoSeum

2-story museum promoting learning & discovery through interactive exhibits & creative programs.

Arts
2 hr visit
Ruby City

Arsenal

Ruby City

Arts
2 hr visit
Majestic Theatre

Downtown

Majestic Theatre

This ornate Mediterranean-style landmark built in 1929 features touring concerts & Broadway shows.

Live musicArts
2.3 hr visit
San Antonio Museum of Art

Old Lone Star Brewery

San Antonio Museum of Art

Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Latin American & contemporary collections in the former Lone Star Brewery.

Arts
2 hr visit
UT San Antonio Institute of Texan Cultures

Downtown

UT San Antonio Institute of Texan Cultures

Cultural heritage museum with history & art exhibits, the Dome Theater, plus festivals & events.

Arts
2 hr visit
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

Stinson Airport Vicinity

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

Guided tours offered at a 948-acre park with 4 1700s colonial missions, a visitor center & trails.

History
Natural Bridge Caverns

Arts & Culture

Natural Bridge Caverns

Popular spot with subterranean cavern tours & an elevated adventure course, plus a cafe & gift shop.

OutdoorsHistory
1.5 hr visit
San Antonio Aquarium

Far West Side

San Antonio Aquarium

Small, interactive aquarium offering touch tanks, fish feeding, an aviary & an inflatable play area.

ArtsSportsAnimals
2 hr visit

Outdoors

Patio, trail, or open-air.

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