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.
Thankfully, there are plenty of regular, relatively inexpensive flights between Sacramento and San Antonio. We pulled from travel site Skyscanner to provide you with a short list of flights and hotels handpicked with the trendy adventurer in mind. (Prices and availability are current as of publication and subject to change.)
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Flight deals to San Antonio
The cheapest flights between Sacramento and San Antonio are if you leave on Aug. 1 and return from Texas on Aug. 3. United currently has tickets for $225, roundtrip.
There are also deals to be had in July. If you fly out of Sacramento on July 29 and return from San Antonio on Aug. 1, Delta can get you there and back for $347 roundtrip.
Top San Antonio hotels
To plan your accommodations, here are some 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 Hotel Havana (1015 Navarro St.)
If you're looking for an inexpensive place to stay, consider The Hotel Havana. The hotel has a 4.7-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $105.
Close to the San Antonio Central Library, the Riverwalk and Alamo, this San Antonio hotel is situated on a river. Additional attractions include the Rivercenter Mall.
The Grand Hyatt San Antonio (600 E. Market St.)
There's also the 4.8-star rated The Grand Hyatt San Antonio. Rooms are currently set at $119/night.
"There amenities are wonderful and the rooms modern and spacious," wrote visitor Tyson.
The Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio (205 E. Houston St.)
If you're looking for an inexpensive place to stay, try The Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio. The 4.6-star hotel has rooms for $98/night.
Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a spa tub and a fitness facility. It also features a restaurant and a bar/lounge.
Top picks for dining and drinking
If you're looking to snag a bite at one of San Antonio's many quality eateries, here are a few 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 spots is Bakery Lorraine, which has an average of five stars out of 12 reviews on Skyscanner.
"Scrumptious in every way — truly authentic French patisserie. Quiche, croissants, pain au chocolat, eclairs, delicious salads and sandwiches to boot. Must leave room for one of their magical macaroons," wrote visitor Margaret.
The Cove (606 W. Cypress)
Another popular dining destination is The Cove, with 4.7 stars from 23 reviews.
The Cove is a restaurant, beer garden and live music venue.
Cured (306 Pearl Parkway, #101)
Also worth considering is Cured.
"If you love meat then this is a great place to go. You can't go wrong with anything from the signature cocktail list. Half-off drinks during happy hour too!" wrote Tara.
Featured San Antonio attractions
To round out your trip, San Antonio offers plenty of popular attractions worth visiting. Here are two top recommendations, based on Skyscanner's descriptions and reviews.
The San Antonio Riverwalk (849 E. Commerce St.)
First up is The San Antonio Riverwalk, which was once hailed as "The American Venice."
Much more than a typical walkway, this Texas attraction has the best dining, attractions and entertainment around.
"I walked the Riveralk twice during my time in San Antonio, and I much prefer it at night," wrote visitor Taylor. "There are so many great restaurants lining it, and you can also take a boat ride!"
SeaWorld (10500 Sea World Drive)
SeaWorld is another popular destination.
"Whether you're a Texas local or on a family vacation, SeaWorld San Antonio has it all," wrote visitor Joe. "From interactive touch pools to live shows, there is an animal experience, thrilling roller coasters and a waterpark."
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