No travel bucket list would be complete without San Antonio, Texas. From the iconic history of the Alamo, to amusement parks, SeaWorld, the San Antonio Aquarium and Zoo, the city has plenty of attractions for the whole family. The downtown area's River Walk is full of shops, bars and restaurants, with plenty of nearby theaters, Texas' first modern art museum and numerous universities.
It’s more doable than you think. According to travel site Skyscanner, there are plenty of flights from Detroit to San Antonio in the next few months, and the prices aren't too shabby.
So if you're looking for a change of scenery, here are some deals to put on your to-do list.
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Cheapest San Antonio flights
Currently, the cheapest flights between Detroit and San Antonio are if you leave on April 29 and return from Texas on May 2. Spirit Airlines currently has tickets for $249, roundtrip.
There are also deals to be had earlier in April. If you fly out of Detroit on April 26 and return from San Antonio on April 30, Delta can get you there and back for $277 roundtrip.
Top San Antonio hotels
To plan your accommodations, here are two of San Antonio’s top-rated hotels, according to Skyscanner, that we selected based on price, proximity to things to do and customer satisfaction.
The Grand Hyatt San Antonio (600 E. Market St.)
If you're looking to treat yourself, consider The Grand Hyatt San Antonio. The hotel has a 4.8-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $119.
This hotel is located near the Rivercenter Mall, Alamo and River Walk.
The Hotel Havana (1015 Navarro St.)
There's also the 4.7-star rated The Hotel Havana, which has rooms for $105/night.
Close to the San Antonio Central Library, River Walk and Alamo, this San Antonio hotel is situated on a river.
Local restaurant picks
If you're looking to snag a bite at one of San Antonio's many quality eateries, here are two popular culinary destinations from Skyscanner's listings that will help keep you satiated.
Bakery Lorraine (306 Pearl Parkway, #110)
One of San Antonio's most popular restaurants is the Bakery Lorraine, which has an average of five stars out of 12 reviews on Skyscanner.
"Scrumptious in every way! This is a truly authentic French patisserie," wrote visitor Margaret.
Tiago's Cabo Grille (8403 State Highway151, #101)
Another popular dining destination is Tiago's Cabo Grille, with five stars from eight reviews.
"This spot has the best chips and salsa," wrote reviewer Jaysun.
Featured San Antonio attractions
To round out your trip, San Antonio offers plenty of popular attractions worth visiting. Here are a couple of top recommendations, based on Skyscanner's descriptions and reviews.
The San Antonio River Walk (849 E. Commerce St.)
First up is The San Antonio River Walk, which was once hailed as "The American Venice" and offers a wide variety of attractions.
Much more than a typical walkway, this Texas attraction has the best dining and entertainment around.
SeaWorld San Antonio (10500 Sea World Drive)
Lastly, spend some time at SeaWorld San Antonio.
"SeaWorld San Antonio has it all. From interactive touch pools to live shows, there is also an animal experience along with thrilling roller coasters and a water park," wrote visitor Joe.
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