Family-Friendly Ideas In San Antonio

San Antonio is a great city to visit with kids! Here are some of our favorite restaurants, hotels, and activities for the whole family.

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Best Ice Cream in San Antonio

San Antonio’s 9 BEST Ice Cream Shops

By Sara Branstetter | September 7, 2023

I scream, you scream, and in San Antonio where the summers hit temperatures as hot as the surface of the sun, WE ALL scream for ice cream! Here’s a trustworthy guide to some the best San Antonio ice cream shops to help you cool off. It’s no secret that San Antonio is hot. Like, really…

Natural Bridge Caverns

Is Natural Bridge Caverns Worth It?

By Sara Branstetter | August 25, 2023

I confess, I am something of a cave-snob. You may not know that cave-snobbery is a thing, but it is totally a thing. And it is a malady that afflicts many who have been lucky enough to visit, or in my case live near, some of the most renowned cavern systems in the world (a…

Mi Tierra margarita

Is Mi Tierra In San Antonio A Tourist Trap?

By Kelsey Kennedy | July 18, 2023

I adore Tex Mex cuisine. Growing up in Texas, it was a weekly (daily?) staple in our home. Breakfast tacos, ground beef chalupas, taco soup with all the fixings, and homemade flour tortillas were a few of my childhood favorites. This fusion fare, which came from the Tejano people of Texas, is, quite frankly, delicious.…

Comanche Lookout Park

Best Hiking in San Antonio

By Kelsey Kennedy | June 28, 2023

I know that most people love to explore Colorado, Utah, and other obvious areas for the best hiking ….but as a Texas native, I’ve had to make do with what I’ve got here in this state! And it turns out that there’s actually some really great hiking in San Antonio and the surrounding areas. (Look…

Facts About the San Antonio Zoo

10 Fun Facts About the San Antonio Zoo

By Sara Branstetter | June 22, 2023

When coming to San Antonio, a visit to the local zoo is an absolute must-do. The San Antonio Zoo, which is operated by the San Antonio Zoological Society, a non-profit organization, wows more than a million visitors each year with its diversity of wildlife, interactive activities, and of course, its uber-popular San Antonio Zoo Train.…

Briscoe San Antonio

15 Fun San Antonio Museums With Free Admission

By Kelsey Kennedy | June 12, 2023

I’m very excited to share this guide to free museum days in San Antonio with you! As a Texas resident, I’m always checking out museums to help expand my cultural appreciation of art, science, technology, and history. Great museums are expensive to build, design, fill, and staff, and ticket prices reflect that. But there are…

Explore Legoland San Antonio: The Perfect Family Destination

By Kelsey Kennedy | June 7, 2023

LEGOLAND San Antonio: if you’ve stepped foot in downtown San Antonio or wandered around the Riverwalk, you’ve heard of it. It’s one of the best-advertised attractions in downtown SA. It’s a giant indoor play place centered around legos. There are 10 play zones, 2 rides, a 4D cinema, and a MINILAND San Antonio. Since this…

Shaded area at Yanaguana Garden

11 Reasons You’ll Love Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair

By Kelsey Kennedy | June 5, 2023

Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair is a true gem in San Antonio and one of the most spectacular places to visit in SA. Nestled on the southeastern edge of downtown San Antonio, Texas, this area was designed to revitalize the historic park and provide a welcoming green space for residents and tourists alike. Yanaguana Garden isn’t…

Pearsall Park San Antonio

A Look At San Antonio’s Largest Playground: Pearsall Park

By Kelsey Kennedy | May 26, 2023

I’m constantly on the lookout for fun playgrounds. As a mom of two little ones, playgrounds are where we spend most of our time! San Antonio has a ton of great parks and playgrounds and fun things to do with kids, but when I found out about Pearsall Park, I knew I had to get…

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