San Antonio Travel Guide Destination Guides > North America > USA > Texas > Central Texas > San Antonio •  Top Rated Attractions   · Natural Bridge Caverns · Mission San Jose · River Walk · The Alamo · Japanese Tea Gardens · San Antonio Missions National Historical Park · Spanish Governor's Palace · Seaworld San Antonio · San Antonio Museum Of Art · Rio San Antonio Cruises •  Top Rated Restaurants   · Augie's Barbed Wire Smokehouse · Chris Madrid's Nachos And Burgers · Ernesto's Mexican Specialties · The Guenther House · Rudy's Barbecue · Boudro's On The Riverwalk · Biga On The Banks · Zocca · Schilo's Delicatessen · Le Reve •  Traveler Photos •  Hotels in San Antonio     San Antonio Overview San Antonio is the second-largest city in the state of Texas and the seventh-largest city in the United States. The city is characteristic of other Southwest urban centers in which there are sparsely populated areas and a low density rate outside of the city. It was the fourth-fastest growing large city in the nation from 2000-2006[2] and the fifth-fastest-growing from 2007 to 2008.[3] Its metropolitan area has a population of 2,031,445 based on the 2008 U.S. Census estimate, making it the 28th-largest metropolitan area in the U.S and third in Texas (behind Dallas/ Fort Worth and Houston). The city is the seat of Bexar County with a population of 1,351,305 as of the 2008 U.S. Census estimate. The city was named for the Portuguese St. Anthony, whose feast day is on June 13, when a Spanish expedition stopped in the area in 1691. Located in the northern part of South Texas and the American Southwest, San Antonio is the epicenter of Tejano culture and Texas tourism. Famous for Spanish missions, the Alamo, the River Walk, the Tower of the Americas, and host to Seaworld and Six Flags Fiesta Texas theme parks, the city is visited by approximately 26 million tourists per year according to the San Antonio Convention and Visitors Bureau. The city is home to the four-time NBA champion San Antonio Spurs and the annual San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, one of the largest in the country. San Antonio has a strong military presence—it is home to Fort Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base, Randolph Air Force Base, and Brooks City-Base, with Camp Bullis and Camp Stanley outside the city. Kelly Air Force Base operated out of San Antonio until 2001, when the airfield was transferred over to Lackland AFB and the remaining portions of the base became Port San Antonio, an industrial/business park. San Antonio is home to five Fortune 500 companies and to the South Texas Medical Center, the only medical research and care provider in the South Texas region. Hotel Deals in San Antonio Travel Deals and Offers 4-star hotels at 2 star prices! Up to 60% off Coupon Codes for lowest air fare tickets Find rental cars from $13.95 a day Top 25 Flight Deals cheap ticket fares Save up to 50% on Last Minute Fares Top 25 Weekly Flight Deals Top Flight Deals Under $199

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Valentine's Day Travel Gift Guide
(Ideas to Inspire Your Next Trip Together)
Valentine's Day Gift Ideas to Inspire Your Next Trip Together


Early Check-In: Free National Parks Days
(Roam the Range for Free)
More than 100 of America’s best national parks offer free entrance days. Mark your calendars for some of nature-loving fun -- free of charge.


Oscar-Nominated Destinations
(Oyster.com’s Hotel Picks to Live Like a Star)
View Oyster.com's hotel picks for how you can live like the characters or stars in Oscar-nominated films, including The Descendants and The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo.


London Myths
(5 London Myths Debunked)
England has the reputation for getting rainy weather, but is it true? Travel Channel debunks that myth and more.


Australia 2012 Events Calendar
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Check out some of the events happening in Australia this year.


Travel Trend: Medical Tourism
(Top Spots to Go Under the Knife)
Low labor costs and quality medical schools are transforming many parts of the world into medical tourism hotspots.


Best Places to Propose on Valentine’s Day
(Oyster.com's Recommendations for Romantic Spots)
Spring Creek Ranch and Travaasa Hana are just a couple of Oyster.com's recommendations for romantic spots to propose on Valentine's Day.


Best “Unplugged” Vacations
(7 Getaway Spots for a Digital Detox)
Find yourself texting while on a sunset cruise or sneaking away from the beach to check your emails? Plan a “digital detox” at one of these 6 getaway spots.


5 Best Workout Spots for Celebrity Sightings
(Oyster.com's Hotel Picks: Stay Fit and See Celebs)
Stargazers can stay at these Oyster.com-recommended hotels to catch celebrities working out in public places, including Central Park and Runyon Canyon Park.


Hong Kong: Top 5 Attractions
(Savor These Top Spots on Your Next Business Trip)
Get Travel Channel's top picks for Hong Kong attractions to see during your business trip.


Weight-Loss Resorts
(Best Body-Slimming Getaways)
If you want to use your vacation as an opportunity to lose weight or learn healthy lifestyle choices, there are clinics, resorts, and spas to cater to your wellness goals.


Hotel Guide to the Sundance Film Festival
(Oyster.com's Top Hotel Picks in Park City, Utah)
Oyster.com has hotel recommendations and hotel reviews to help you plan your stay in Park City, UT, for the annual Sundance Film Festival.


Australia's Food and Wine
(8 Ways to Experience the Country's Cuisine)
In order to get a true feel for Australia's cuisine you have to visit these 8 destinations.


Adventures on the Road
(Road Trip to Some Amazing Adventures)
On your next road trip, take a route less traveled. When you see something enticing, pull over and check it out. Chances are you won’t regret it.


Lincoln Highway Road Trip
(Explore the Historic Road From NYC to San Fran)
To get fired up for a road trip on the Lincoln Highway, it helps to understand its origins. The road was born of one man’s vision during a time when America had few roads, most of which were dirt.


State Fairs
(The Best in Food and Fair Competitions)
The annual state fair is something that kids of all ages look forward to each year. It’s a wonderful time for food -- funnel cakes, hot dogs, deep-fried Twinkies -- and colorful contests.


Best Hotel Spas for a Good Detox
(Oyster.com Recommends the Best Spas to Rejuvenate)
Start the New Year off right, and rejuvenate at 1 of the best hotel spas, recommended by Oyster.com.


Anthony Bourdain's LA Travel Tips
(Welcome to America's Exotic Wonderland)
Tony Bourdain has 48 hours in Los Angeles -- what he calls an exotic wonderland. Get his tips on not-to-miss eats, including In-N-Out Burger, along with a special breakfast recipe prepared by Tony.


London Nightclubs
(5 London Clubs Worth Jumping the Queues)
Get the scoop on London's top 5 nightclubs, including The Box and Ministry of Sound.


London Day Trips
(Memorable Places Near Bustling London)
Here's a list of quick day trips you may want to consider if you're visiting London, including getaways to Oxford, Cambridge, Bath and Brighton.