8 Iconic San Antonio Landmarks to Explore in Your Toyota

San Antonio, Texas, is the seventh-largest city in the United States by population, and it covers 465 square miles of land.

How much of this massive metropolis have you explored?

Unsurprisingly, there are so many San Antonio landmarks to check out. So, we suggest hopping in your car and seeing what the city has to offer.

Here are our top ten picks for the sites to see in your Toyota around San Antonio.

1. Cave Without a Name

Seeing San Antonio in a Toyota means you can head outside of the city limits to see some incredible locales. The Cave Without a Name is one such destination.

Eighty feet beneath the ground, you can visit this stunning limestone cave dripping with stalactites. It’s an excellent activity for an incredibly hot Texas day. The subterranean destination maintains a temperature of 66 degrees year-round, making it the perfect place to cool off.

2. King William Historic Area

Perhaps you want to stay closer to San Antonio. If so, you can peruse the King William Historic Area from the wheel of your new Toyota… or in another kind of car, of course.

German merchants chose to make this neighborhood their home in the 19th century. The wealthy businesspeople built Victorian mansions along the tree-lined streets. Nowadays, the King William Historic Area is often compared to the picturesque Garden District in New Orleans.

The best thing about this activity is that you can tailor it to the weather and mood for the day. Take a stroll or cruise the area in your car to see all of the stunning homes.

3. McAllister Park

Perhaps you want a bit more nature in your San Antonio landmark tour. If so, then McAllister Park should move to the top of your list.

This green space sits in the center of the city, but once you’re inside, it won’t feel that way. It’s a natural oasis replete with lush vegetation and plenty of lovely views of San Antonio. And, if you’re feeling sporty, it plays host to soccer and baseball fields and more.

Of course, you can pop into McAllister Park for a quick picnic or nature walk, too. There are nearly 200 picnic tables, and the trails are great for bike walks or hikes.

4. Witte Museum

The Witte Museum contains a little bit of everything: natural history, culture and science. But it also has artwork and a rich exhibition of south Texas history — all San Antonio natives should stop by and learn about their hometown.

It’s the perfect stop if you’ve got kids in tow and a rainy or hot day on the horizon. Case in point: the museum encompasses a four-story treehouse as well as a hands-on dinosaur bones exhibit.

So, pile the family into your SUV and head to the San Antonio River, where the museum sits.

5. The Alamo

No trip to San Antonio would be complete without a visit to the Alamo. Even if you’re not a tourist, though, this historical landmark is well worth the visit. Just ask the local schoolchildren who come for a stay at least once in their academic careers.

The 300-year-old structure embodies why so many Texans feel pride in their state. If you’re a San Antonian, check it out — and see if you swell with pride as you learn about this historic structure and battle.

You don’t just have to visit the Alamo on foot. Of course, you’ll drive to this San Antonio destination in your Toyota. But you can tour the grounds with a guide who will tell you ghost stories about the structure. Or, you can hop on the Alamo trolley, which will pick you up and drop you off at tourist destinations around town.

6. Stonehenge II

Did you know there is more than one Stonehenge? Of course, the San Antonio-based version is much newer than the one you can find in England.

Still, it’s worth a drive to see this wonderfully wacky landmark in Ingram, Texas. Not only can you see a Stonehenge replica, but also remakes of the famed Easter Island heads. If you can’t make it across any oceans to see these artifacts in real life, then hop into your Toyota vehicle and check out these dupes.

7. River Walk

If you live in San Antonio, you already know the amazingness that is the River Walk. There’s a reason why so many people rank it as the nation’s best river walk — there’s so much to do and see.

Restaurants pepper the River Walk from top to bottom, as do bars and shops. You can also hop onto a riverboat cruise and learn more about the area and city from a funny tour guide.

8. McNay Art Museum

Are any art fans reading this list? If so, plug McNay Art Museum into your GPS and drive your Toyota to this San Antonio landmark.

Inside, you’ll find American and European masterpieces from the 19th and 20th centuries. Artists including Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse and Ernst Ludwig Kirchner have their creations hanging here.

The building that houses the McNay Art Museum is also noteworthy. The former home, built in the Spanish colonial revival style, now encompasses one of San Antonio’s best museums.

See San Antonio Landmarks

Hop behind the wheel of your Toyota and see San Antonio. Now you have inspiration for adventure with these eight incredible San Antonio landmarks. So, hit the road and see where you end up — we promise, you won’t be disappointed by what our city has to offer.

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