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South Texas Plains

Welcome to the San Antonio & the South Texas Plains category on Enchanting Texas travel blog.

The South Texas Plains offer an amazing travel experience with its deep cultural history, outdoor adventure, and the Southern hospitality.

Come explore the rich heritage and history that South Texas has to offer – from the Spanish missions in San Antonio to the Presidio La Bahia in Goliad.

Visit fascinating historic sites like King Ranch or take a nature hike along trails lined with majestic bald cypress trees.

Enjoy a romantic moonlit cruise on the San Antonio Riverwalk. Attend the unique festivals in Laredo. See colorful birds in the Rio Grande Valley.

Plan a trip to San Antonio & the Plains of Southern Texas. Find city guides, small-town guides, state parks, historical sites, ranches, and more with Enchanting Texas.

17 Best Things to do in Laredo, Texas

January 8, 2024April 4, 2023 by Ketki
Laredo Texas street scenes

Find the best things to do in Laredo, Texas including shopping in downtown Laredo, Republic of the Rio Grande Museum, and Lake Casa Blanca.

Categories South Texas Plains Tags Texas Towns & Cities

15 Best Things to do in McAllen, Texas

January 8, 2024February 17, 2023 by Ketki
Hanging rope bridge at Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge Texas

Read about the best things to do in McAllen, Texas including downtown Arts District, Quinta Mazatlan, history, culture, & Santa Ana Refuge.

Categories South Texas Plains Tags Texas Towns & Cities

14 Amazing State parks near San Antonio for Outdoor Lovers

November 6, 2023October 19, 2022 by Ketki
View of fall colors, hills, and the water at Garner State Park

Find best state parks near San Antonio to visit now including Garner State Park, Guadalupe River State Park, Enchanted Rock & Lost Maples.

Categories San Antonio, South Texas Plains Tags Texas Nature & Outdoors, Texas State Parks

16 Interesting Day trips from San Antonio, Texas

March 5, 2024September 27, 2022 by Ketki
Guadalupe State Park has stunning fall colors in November

Find the best day trips from San Antonio including Austin, Fredericksburg, Garner State Park, Canyon Lake, and more now.

Categories San Antonio, South Texas Plains Tags Texas Day Trips

17 Best Beaches near San Antonio, Texas

January 8, 2024June 16, 2022 by Ketki
Drive on the beach at Padre Island National Seashore Texas all the way to the end of the island

Discover the best beaches near San Antonio including Canyon Lake beaches, Corpus Christi, Mustang Island, Galveston, and more now.

Categories San Antonio, South Texas Plains Tags Texas Beaches

21 Romantic Weekend Getaways from San Antonio, Texas

November 6, 2023June 15, 2022 by Ketki
cropped Beautiful Krause Springs waterfall near Austin Texas

Discover the best weekend getaways from San Antonio, Texas including Austin, Fredericksburg, Houston, Dallas, Galveston, and more now.

Categories San Antonio, South Texas Plains Tags Romantic Texas, Texas Road Trips

9 Best Hotels on the San Antonio Riverwalk for a relaxing stay!

November 6, 2023June 13, 2022 by Ketki
Hotel Valencia in downtown San Antonio

Find best hotels on San Antonio Riverwalk to stay during your trip to the Alamo City including Hotel Valencia, Mokara & Historic Menger Hotel

Categories San Antonio, South Texas Plains Tags Places to Stay in Texas

15 Best Places for Breakfast in San Antonio, Texas

November 6, 2023June 9, 2022 by Ketki
Fresh kolaches muffins and more at Buc ee Gas Station in Texas

Find the best places for breakfast in San Antonio as well as Alamo City brunch spots including Magnolia, Guenther Haus, Bakery Lorraine, etc.

Categories San Antonio, South Texas Plains Tags Texas Food & Cuisine

22 Fun Free Things to do in San Antonio, Texas

February 12, 2024April 25, 2022 by Ketki
Mission Espada in San Antonio Missions National Historic Park Texas

Discover the best free things to do in San Antonio including Alamo, Riverwalk, museums, parks, play areas, and festivals.

Categories San Antonio, South Texas Plains Tags Texas Towns & Cities

20 Best Restaurants on the San Antonio Riverwalk, Texas

October 26, 2024November 17, 2021 by Ketki
Ice cream on the San Antonio River Walk, Texas

Looking for best San Antonio Riverwalk restaurants? Find best places to eat on San Antonio Riverwalk for Mexican food, Tex Mex, beer & drinks

Categories San Antonio, South Texas Plains Tags Texas Food & Cuisine, Texas Towns & Cities
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