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The park is lovely. The grounds appear to be well maintained, there's flora, there's fauna, there's water. What more could you ask for??? Well, maps. Maybe I'm daft, but I couldn't figure out the trails. Every trail I started, ended after a few hundred feet. After a short time of starting and stopping and finding the maps vandalized so I couldn't figure out where on the map we were, we gave up and walked down the street to Mila for coffee. I love that they have maps set up throughout, but every single one I stopped at had the "you are here" section scratched out. Not being from San Antonio, I couldn't orient myself. So that was a little problem. Otherwise, the area a lot of picnic areas set up for grilling and eating with plenty of space for play. You just might have to Hansel and Gretel your way out though. read more

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Lauren G.

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Such a historic park in my opinion. My mother grew up at this park and has brought us. Even now as an adult I find it very beautiful. The river going through makes you feel like you're somewhere else. It brings back old memories seeing the train go by too. This nice little park located just before down town is a staple. There is a pavilion , people fish, play ground and a couple trails. read more

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Beautiful park! Plenty of trails, and outdoor picnic tables. The park is pretty big. We drove through part of it and walked around a bit. Gem in the middle of the city. read more

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Lexis L.

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I loved this trail. I came here for a walk and the scenery was beautiful. I would suggest going with a friend or maybe just don't go alone at night because when I went by myself at night a homeless man came out of the bushes and scared me. But other than that incident, it was very lovely. I would give a 5 star rating if maybe they cleared the homeless. I'm not trying to be rude in anyway, I understand what they're going through is sad and it breaks my heart but I'm also fearful for other people's safety. read more

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Lourdes R.

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This park is close to the SA Zoo, the Japanese Tea Garden, and other local outdoor spots. It's a good place to spend a day with family or even go for a walk with your dog. You can take the kids on a train ride, have a picnic, or play on the playground. I enjoy walking trails around the city so this was my specific reason for visiting. The trails are short and easy to walk with kids or pets, especially on a nice fall or spring day. read more

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It's one of my childhood favorites and still today! Great place to take a walk, have a picnic, or just cruise by and check out the classic cars on Sundays. They have a playground, softball fields, and the Japanese tea garden. Picturesque for certain. I miss the skyline, though. I was told by conservation society that the traffic will be allowed to drive thru the low water crossing for a short period, to celebrate the 125th anniversary. That used to be the highlight of my visits to the park as a kid. read more

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Derek W.

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I stopped by Brackenridge Park on a Saturday late morning after some brunch at a nearby diner. The park is so huge that I actually didn't know where to park. I didn't really care at the time. I just wanted to park somewhere and do a little exploring of the great outdoors. I drove down Broadway and then west on Mulberry hoping to find a parking lot. I knew the Japanese Tea Garden was in that direction, but I wanted to find a spot to just take a walk and absorb the beauty of nature. I parked at what I thought was a designated lot for park tourists, but it was actually for Polo Field Golf Center. The lot is next to the Shop First Tee Golf, and I almost thought I wasn't allowed to park there. But since there weren't that many cars in the lot at the time, I figured I'd be okay just talking a quick walk around the park and be back before anybody noticed I wasn't a golfer. Oh no, it definitely wasn't a quick walk, as I learned the hard way. There were a handful of trails to take that I'm sure if I got lost, I would have crossed the same path multiple times. There are paths that form an X at the heart of the park, and one of the paths leads to the Brackenridge Statue. However, I just wanted to take a single path trail without having to deal with that X, knowing I could be taking the wrong path. Starting from the Polo Field Golf Center, I noticed a railroad, which I believe was for the San Antonio Zoo as I would later find on my hike towards the north. I didn't see a whole lot of anything besides trees, shrubbery, and grass, but I did say hi to a few ducks hiding underneath a picnic table. I also saw a couple of monuments, one that looked like a red/orange handbag, and another that looked like a symbol for a river. I believe those are supposed to be markers to tell you where and/or which trail you are on, but I didn't bother to look this up. All I cared about was not getting lost lol. It's a pretty nice park overall. A great spot for exercise if not for the heat wave that had been plaguing San Antonio, and other parts of Texas for that matter, recently. As I was walking north, I saw across a bridge what looked like a mini amusement park. Turns out it was the San Antonio Zoo! I legit wasn't even planning on visiting the zoo, and I happened to stumble upon it while walking in the park! During my visit to the Japanese Tea Garden, I also stumbled upon the zoo while trying to explore the garden's grounds. Funny how I had no intention of going to the zoo, yet I spot it not once, but twice while visiting different parts of the park! While many patrons were lining up to get into the park, I noticed a Starbucks just on the other side of the roundabout as well as a public restroom that is accessible to all, even those without admission to the zoo. And remember the railroad I mentioned at the beginning of the review? It ran by that building too. I think that spot marked the end of the train ride because I recalled seeing an EXIT ONLY sign and to direct customers to purchase train tickets at the train station. After checking out the zoo, I walked back to my car and visited the Japanese Tea Garden, which was also nice to see. Free admission too! I also tried to check out the Sunken Garden theater, but the gate to the theater entrance was locked. I think at the time of my visit, there were graduates dressed in their caps and gowns, and they must have had their graduation ceremony there? If so, I hope they were able to cool off afterwards in this 100+ degree weather! I wish I was able to explore more of the park, which has a couple other trails, some softball fields, and even a golf course! There are also several other golf courses nearby, so golfers living nearby will have plenty of options to choose from! If I lived in San Antonio, I would certainly visit this park on a regular basis! I'm glad they were listed on www.visitsanantonio.com as a suggested place to visit, which is how I found out about this park in the first place. Since it was so close to the diner I was at earlier that day, it was convenient enough for me to stop by and get on with my day. read more

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Erin M.

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This is a park I used to go to a lot when I was a kid. There were many different trails that you can walk and enjoy nature. They would have maps around area so you knew where you were and couldn't get lost. Also, nice spots you can sit down and eat or relax if you like. You could even grill food there as many areas had grills you can use. It's a very common place I know people like to use for family gatherings and parties. Even had a random squirrel come to our table and was very close to us. It was obvious the squirrel was looking for food and thankfully left when we had nothing but was cool to see it up close. However, they did have a good amount of the park blocked off for possibly cleaning or fixing something, so I couldn't exactly go to spots I wanted. There were places where trash really needed to get picked up too. Not everywhere but some parts which was a bit disappointing. The park does also have some homeless people staying in there, so be aware. Also if you come here, be aware of the animals. Some are used to people feeding them so it can be a lot for folks if you don't want an animal coming up to you (be safe). Overall though the park was alright, but I do hope they open up parts of the park again in the future. Would come back maybe in the near future if I'm passing by. read more

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Loyda E.

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Nice outdoor area for walking and exploring short trails. Very clean and picturesque. Also has a train ride for kids and right next to SA zoo read more

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Misty S.

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Great park to visit with lost of activities. The Japanese Tea Garden was my favorite. It's free admission and breathtakingly beautiful, even when some of the plants suffered from the unfortunate Texas freeze. There is a fee to enter the zoo and there is a small amusement park for little kids near the entrance. There are a couple of geo cache hidden in the park. .|\---/| | o_o | .\_^_/..2021 read more

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Norbert Geremy L.

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This used to be my favorite park but I visited recently and have noticed there are some things that were a bit off. The playground is currently closed, and the smell throughout the park was a bit off. I will always come back here but I don't think it feels like the same park I visited years ago. I recommend parking in the Witte Museum parking lot rather than parking at the park. Maybe safer and less heat on your car. read more

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Danny M.

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Even though I haven't been there in a long time, it's still a fantastic spot to go and unwind! The train trip is enjoyable and well worth the cost. My favorite spot in this park is still the Japanese Sunken Gardens! read more

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Augustus G.

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Breckenridge Park in San Antonio is a very beautiful and well landscaped place that includes the San Antonio Zoo and a Miniature Train that will take you on a very long ride around the park. There is a lot to do with the Zoo being the main attraction, but there are the Japanese Sunken Gardens that are close by as well. Just a really nice place to visit to take in and visit. There are plenty of refreshment stands and restrooms throughout the park and Zoo grounds. There are places to just relax with your family, play games, and even have a BBQ! read more

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Emily A.

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Walked this park with my best friend after we had dinner at Good Time Charlie's. Our walk was about an hour to and from - the scenery was beautiful. I loved the memorial that was displayed for Uvalde, prayers to everyone. We had a great walk. The weather was beautiful. read more

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Robert C.

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Very good place to take the family and enjoy the great outdoors also a awesome place to see car clubs and other flashy cars that hang around there. Near the zoo as well makes it a win win but being able to see all the different cultures come together at a park makes it so perfect. read more

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Noe B.

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I'm glad there is this green oasis in the heart of the city. I've known it for years and recently I've returned regularly for quiet walks on the woodsy trails. It is reassuring to find some comfort in this natural area. It is not perfect, but that is the fault of some inconsiderate person who is blaring unwanted music that no one else wants to hear. Why? This is not the place for that type of annoyance. It's a sign of the world in which we live, where so many people do what they want and when they want, with no regard to others. The park is generally well kept, although you can come across trash (litter) every time you go. Having the San Antonio River running through the park is great. The egrets and their foul droppings... not great. read more

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Tani E.

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Beautiful place. Family oriented, Exelent to have fun with friends and family, across the San Antonio zoo. read more

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Naomi M.

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Went on a date and it was so nice! outside, music, food. took us a while to find somewhere on the floor without ants trying to attack us!! such a nice vibe to explore read more

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Catherine A.

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A really nice park if you would like to go think about life, walk around, take your dog for a walk, there's also the zoo by it and you can see the trading passing by through the park it's beautiful! read more

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Rosalyn K.

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Clean and nice park to walk or rent a bike and ride the path. Some people were gushing and saw a group of older ladies dancing in the park. There is pavilions and lots trees really pretty park. read more

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Steve N.

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Brackenridge Park is an amazing little gem in San Antonio. There is plenty to do. I went on the hiking trails with my dog. The zoo is also located here as well as the Japanese Tea Garden....another must see! Be sure to check out all this beautiful park has to offer! read more

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Hannah C.

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$31.99 for adult admission breaks the bank right off entry. For three adults with a military discount we paid $90. The park is not worth it there was lots of construction going on and half of the exhibits did not have animals inside them we didn't even get to see the elephants. We stopped at the gift shop to buy water bottles because it was so hot outside and the cashier was very rude she made us come to the other side of the counter when she could have just turned and helped us there. She was very slow and not very hospitable. The tickets are overpriced for what you get inside the zoo there is no petting zoo and there is no splash pad for the children. I was very disappointed after walking through and seeing what I did Icees are $16.99 & everything is over priced. I don't recommend coming here and wasting the money you could pay the same amount to go to Six Flags fiesta Texas. read more

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Jonathan C.

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This park is great, so much to do not only in this park but the surrounding areas. I've gone here several times and I don't believe I've explored all the park and I definitely have no seen the many attractions surrounding the park. There's so much to do here! The park is pretty clean, with nice trails and a beautiful river to walk around. Perfect place for a picnic, or a quick stop to eat after you've picked up your favorite nearby to-go meal. Go to this park! read more

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Laura M.

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Brackenridge park is huge with kickball fields, hiking trails, picnic tables, a playground, a golf course, bike racks, pavilions, the river, tons of parking and scattered artwork. Look at the map to follow the path to the pearl/riverwalk. The Japanese tea gardens, the zoo and witte museum are all basically in the park as well. Come for a short stroll or spend the whole day with a picnic. Some areas even have bbq pitts to cook out in. There are plenty of trees to set up a hammock and just relax for the day. Walking through the trails there is scattered artwork like different sculptures and interesting things to look at. There is also the river and if it hasn't rained in a while it is very clear and beautiful. They have maps throughout the park so although it is huge you will not get lost. read more

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Patricia L.

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This is a nice park within the city. They have paved trails trails for walking, jogging, and biking. I like that the river connects so you can sit and look at the water and relax and enjoy all the beauty of nature. You almost can go any day and see a family enjoying themselves at the park. A lot of people really enjoy this park it offers tables and sectioned areas to use for your events. It's also great because it's near the zoo and Japanese tea gardens. The availability to walk to other places is another great thing about this park. It's a nice place in such an urban area when you want to walk around and enjoy nature. read more

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Noli L.

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Love this park. Well maintained, people are friendly, plenty of shade. It's perfect for a morning stroll

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David N.

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Wow when I think of San Antonio I never think beautiful parks but this is one of the best I've seen. This thing reminded me of memorial park in Houston so much! I love memorial park and it's very dear to my heart but this place is better!!! What makes this park better you ask? The river that runs down the middle of it of course! I put this up there with Chrissy Fields in San Francisco. There's something about a park near water that just makes my active heart melt. read more

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Alejandro M.

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The cleanliness really stood out to me, everything was well maintained and full of lush and green. My family and I got there about an hour and a half before noon and enjoyed the park til well after 3 P. M. There's something there for everyone, from an incredible softball field to old river houses. Make sure you bring your walking shoes for this one to truly enjoy everything this park has to offer. I really liked the BBQ grills they have throughout the edge of the river, you'll find a large picnic table next to each one. The park is somewhat large so walking it all is a nice challenge, very doable though. You'll here the mini-train pass every once in a while located in one of the entrances of the park, very nice. My kids had a blast and honestly so did I and I think that's the charm of this place. You'll spot ducks and squirrels quite often, it's hard to get a good shot of a squirrel close by. Also, you'll find different kinds of song birds. It just all comes together to make this an amazing park. It is a public park so there is NO fee what so ever, bring your family and lots of energy and you'll sure have a great time. I highly recommend this park. read more

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Yvette S.

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Love everything about this park. We love to feed the ducks and enjoy the wildlife.I will skip the weekends personally myself though,too many folks and my heart can't take it when I see little children run out into the street or so close to the water without adult supervision. If your driving through take it easy on the gas pedal and enjoy the view,their is lovely trees and history to take in. Not to mention ducks often stand or sleep in the middle of the road at times so please be careful And be cautious! Duck and humans everywhere,show a little respect. read more

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Yvonne P.

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First off I gotta say: I love this park! It exceeds my expectations as a park with all of its pavilions and amenities that come with it to BBQ for birthdays and family events (to rent a pavilion you must reserve it a year before, unfortunately...) I think it is a jewel with its many bike and running trails. The picnic benches with their own grill under shade from large oaks and a kids playground right by it that make it a perfect summer hang out! To top it off It has a little miniature train that goes around all the park for adults and children. It is the smallest miniature train with the longest trail! Ride is only $3.50 for children over 3 yrs old and adults. If you wanna add to the family fun you can walk next door to the Witte museum with all its art, gardens and events for children. The catch to this amazing experience is: being there before noon on a weekends because parking can get pretty ridiculous. Weekdays aren't as bad but still go early because people camp out in the entrance early enough to get an unreserved bench. If you love walking then park across the street from the park... If you are exploring the area and want to plan an out doorsy weekend then I recommend you go to the Botanical gardens, San Antonio zoo, and the Japanese tea gardens (entrance is free for the tea gardens). read more

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Sonia C.

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Brackenridge Park was created in 1899 from land donated from George Brackenridge. It is the home of the San Antonio zoo, the Japanese tea gardens - which IMO are beautiful, the Sunken Garden Theatre, the Witte Museum, and the SA eagle train - a favorite of kids of all ages including myself. There are several walking trails and lots of picnic tables throughout the park. Great place for a picnic but beware, this park can be very crowded on the weekends. Great park for Pokémon Go players. read more

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Tiesha G.

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This park is so beautiful. It may be my favorite park in San Antonio. There's hundreds of trees and a beautiful stream that runs throughout the park. There's lot's of vultures/ducks/geese near the Joske Pavillion. But there's plenty of space to lay out a blanket and have a picnic, there's also some running/walking trails, baseball fields, a couple playgrounds, plenty tables and benches, and its a great park to bike. It's nice an quiet in the mornings, a perfect in town getaway. read more

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Koinonia C.

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I think we counted about 15 homeless camps we could see throughout the train ride, lots of trash, bedding you can clearly see through the trees. Its really gone down hill. The new train looks amazing, we were so excited but you feel every single track shift and bump along with hearing the high pitch ringing of the train now. I do not recommend nor will we return but the Tea Garden was still as beautiful as ever. read more

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Alexis B.

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Brackenridge Park is special! It's large (343 acres) in the heart of San Antonio with extensive walking paths/trails, playgrounds, a zoo, a Japanese tea garden, a museum (the Witte), historic structures, a botanical garden, and the oldest municipal golf course in the state. I've been to Brackenridge countless times in my life, so I'm surprised it's escaped a Yelp review for this long! But on a recent trip to San Antonio to visit family, I made it to Brackenridge (once to explore some walking paths and the Japanese tea garden and another time to meet a friend at the botanical garden) and decided to rectify the no-review situation. The park is beautiful, and I really enjoy the Waterworks Trail (1.5 miles) and Wilderness Trail (.75 miles). It's a great park for a walk/hike, a picnic, or exploring one of the park attractions (I especially love the Japanese tea garden and the botanical gardens). It is very large; while there is ample parking, it's best to check out the park map on their website to figure out where you want to go within the park and park nearest there so that you can have the best experience (especially if it's a first visit)! You can spend a long time in this park exploring all that it has to offer! It's really a special park! read more

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David C.

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Great peaceful spot to start any day of the year. Love the accessible handicap parking and restrooms are available. read more

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Alicia M.

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Good afternoon. Hope you enjoy you trip to here. Great park and big. Question can we go walking to the river? Is so wonderful and nice. I love rivers. Is so calm and relax hope see more this yr. Only summer. My condition (remautoydes artritis) dont go out in cold weather. Please get more information about articulaciones. God bless read more

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Love this park it's so pretty, we usually take a picnic and then let the kids play on the playground. There are also grills over by the picnic tables. read more

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I gave four stars because I'm not sure how to rate it yet. I went looking for a solid trail. I had a difficult time finding where to go. It seemed like everywhere led to a parking lot. I will be returning to figure it out. I'm sure it's good once you get the idea of the layout. They have an area with picnic tables so I would say it's a great place for parties (birthdays and what have you) or even a park date. read more

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Beautiful park (with a river running through it), nice to unwind. Plenty of running trails. I just love this place. So with the zoo, a Japanese Tea garden, places to picnic, (hiking)trails, a train ride and museums, there are enough options to choose from, and nobody will get bored. Just one of those places you have to see! read more

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Dominik D.

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It's mostly a parking lot for the zoo, but it's spacious, pleasantly green, and a free spot to stop off at amongst more intensive sightseeing. read more

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3910 N St Marys St
San Antonio, TX 78212
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(210) 207-7275
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Hours

What time does Brackenridge Park open?

Brackenridge Park opens at 5:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Brackenridge Park close?

Brackenridge Park closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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Does Brackenridge Park take credit cards?

Yes, Brackenridge Park takes credit cards.

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Does Brackenridge Park allow dogs?

Yes, Brackenridge Park allows dogs.

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Does Brackenridge Park have bike parking?

Yes, Brackenridge Park has bike parking.

Does Brackenridge Park have parking?

Yes, Brackenridge Park has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

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Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch

3.8(590 reviews)

18.1 mi

My 5 yr old grandson and I did the VIP private experience with tour guide Tucson along with the…read moreRhino experience , after which we drove through on our own.. This did make it more expensive, but for us it was worth it...We have been able to feed many giraffes, but never have met a rhino up close and my grandson loved being able to brush them and touch them.. I chose the private tour , so I could relax and enjoy it without having to drive...and all the info Tucson gave us on all the animals and all their programs made the drive back through on our own a lot more interesting. I was very impressed with their setup and how many babies they have.. I would recommend getting their early...The tour was a wednesday at 930 and we only had one other car on the road with us....when I drove back through , there was a lot of car stoppage , cause of course every car wants to stop for every group of animals and I will say the group at the entrance gate holds you for ranson so you better have food for them so you can get thru.. Didn't try the food , but the fudge at the restaurant was really good. The only thing I was disappointed in was the avairy...If you just want to see a lot of beautiful budgies and a few chickens, then go for it, but they had no interest in the food sticks and just flew away from it for the most part...We are used to the lorikeets that land on you, so my grandson was just bored with it...

We had a great time at Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch! Took our 3yo daughter and 1 yo son last…read moreweekend. I thought the safari drive was just okay. First, I was a tad disappointed in the quantity of the animals out there. There were long stretches of the drive where I caught myself thinking, " there's nothing out here". Second, don't bother buying feed. A lot of the animals were more interested in food provided in their troughs than the passing vehicles. And, I have a feeling they're fed well enough ...they don't care if you're throwing food. Third, cars tend to bottleneck to look at NOTHING. I think the staff should do a better job explaining you can pass. At least I hope you can, because I did. I wasn't waiting for some of these people. Other than that, I thought the facilities themselves were clean, well lit, and impressive. They've got a great restaurant where you can have lunch (although I felt the prices were exorbitant as they often are with these "tourist traps"). They've got some great exhibits with monkeys and you can get pretty darn close to some giraffes. My little girl had a particularly good time in the aviary. Seeing her face as that bird landed on her stick was just the best. Solid gift shop. Overall, felt the cost was higher than necessary, but solid family outing. It's worth going.

Free roam animals.

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Japanese Tea Garden

4.6(649 reviews)

0.2 mi

Parking is limited here, so if you come in the middle of the day, just know it might take a minute…read more Also, there are some shaded areas, but not much, so I'd definitely recommend going on a mild weather day instead of when it's really hot. But once you're in... I was honestly struck by how beautiful it is. The stone, the flowers, the water, the koi fish... everything just flows together in a way that feels really calm and intentional. It's such a peaceful, tranquil little spot in the middle of the city. The kind of place where you can slow down without even trying. I also love that it's free. There's a small coffee shop on-site, so you can grab a drink and just sit, take it all in, and enjoy the moment. Calm. Peaceful. Serene.

27 May 2026 We had…read morenot visited in many years. We parked in the main zoo lot and ran across the street. It was not all that crowded. I didn't remember it being a little challenging to walk about. Maybe I've aged more than I think. Ha, ha. The grounds were lovely. The recent rain has really helped the foliage to perk up and bloom. A few too many flying bugs, though. Lots of folks posing for graduation photos using the flowers as their backdrops. I'll bet a lot of those photos are gorgeous. We didn't stay too long as it started to heat up rapidly. We ended the day's excursion with a train ride. That was as fun as we remembered. The cars are a little bigger now, making for a more comfortable ride. The breeze hitting your face is great. The downside is that there are no discounts for locals, seniors or AMEX card users. It is only $6 to ride. Go there.

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Japanese Tea Garden customer parking

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Hubby enjoying the garden stroll

Zoomagination

5.0(8 reviews)

22.7 mi

I was surprised with a sloth meet and greet and was super excited about it. Meeting the sloth in…read moreperson was the highlight of my year. I also learned a lot about sloths. They are slow like they are portrayed. They are nocturnal. They eat veggies and fruit. They poop once a week and only at night. Who would have know ? I didn't book this experience, but the handler was accommodating. We were able to meet Osa in her environment, but I do understand that they can take her to your home too. Definitely a great experience It's my understanding, that these animals are all rescued.

Robert and his crew are awesome with these animals! This is not your average petting zoo. The…read morevariety of animals is incredible. The knowledge of the staff makes any get together a memorable one! Thank you!

Book a sloth interaction. https://www.zoomagination.com/programs

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Learn more about our animal friends. https://www.zoomagination.com/animals

Animal World & Snake Farm

4.0(326 reviews)

21.8 mi

My family has wanted to check this place out for a long time and we finally made the drive. Lots to…read moresee and my granddaughter was over the moon with the capybara encounter and petting one of the tiny foxes. Then there are the baby goats in the petting area. So cute! Plenty of shade available on a warm day and several educational moments.

Drove by this place and decided to stop because my daughter has recently expressed an interest in…read moresnakes. The parking lot was small, which wasn't a huge issue since the farm/zoo itself is also very small. However, the pricing was absolutely outrageous!! around $55 for just 1 adult, 1 child, and a small cup of food to feed the farm animals. There were plenty of snakes to look at, and that part was genuinely fascinating. Unfortunately, everything else left us feeling uncomfortable and honestly pretty upset. There were far too many farm animals packed into tiny enclosures. Most of the habitats looked extremely small, bare, and lacking any kind of enrichment or stimulation for the animals. It was hard not to feel concerned for their wellbeing. Instead of enjoying the experience, we left feeling sad and disappointed. I would not recommend this place, and we will not be returning.

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Feeding capybara

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San Antonio Zoo Eagle Train Ride

4.1(28 reviews)

0.0 mi

Took my two toddlers and they loved it. It's a nice slow paced ride. Be cautioned if the smell of…read morethese vehicles nauseates you... just don't sit too close to the conductor's area. There were only two stops this ride, but we have had 4 stops in the past. The staff is friendly and the annual pass is only $25, so a great deal if you'll ride 2-3x in the year. We accidentally spilled a Drink on the seat. I asked for napkins or towels, but the staff were nice and reassured me not to worry about it. Overall, I'd say this is a must, especially if you have littles.

It is a fun train ride, my children really enjoyed going through the park. It is a fun and…read moreinexpensive ride. Two and under go in for free. The staff on the other hand rude. Maybe it's because we were one of the last train rides. We went around 4:30 pm. My daughter stood up because she wanted to sit with her brother in the cart in front of us. This man that worked there told her to sit down, he didn't scream but he spoke to her pretty loudly. I get that they are tired and want to end the day and go home. Maybe they should work somewhere else and not around children.

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SeaWorld San Antonio

3.1(1.1k reviews)

13.6 mi

Super fun times at Seaworld! There are so many thrilling…read moreamusement rides, from very scary roller coasters to slower ones for the kids. A few water rides too. The Atlantis water ride was really cool! The orca show was educational and entertaining. Food was ok, not too many vegetarian options other than beyond burger or pretzels. The all day drink cup is definitely worthwhile. Will go back again!

I always thought SeaWorld was just some overrated place that held killer whales in captivity for…read moreentertainment. While some of that debate may still exist, I was pleasantly surprised by how much there actually is to do & how fun & engaging the scheduled shows are. SeaWorld ended up being an absolute blast for me & my family! There was so much going on that it was hard to know where to begin. We went to the beluga & Pacific white-sided dolphin experience, then the sea lion talk where we watched the sea lions dance & do tricks, which was really fun. One of the highlights was the Imagine Ocean puppet experience. It was a glow in the dark, super immersive, & honestly magical experience for me & my kids. We also went to the orca encounter, which was such a delight. They have splash zones & it was hilarious watching the killer whales jump & flip in the air while the crowd got unexpectedly soaked at certain moments of the show. Also be aware, if you plan on sitting in the "splash zones" during the whale, dolphin, or sea lion shows, I suggest wearing a bathing suit under your clothes & bringing a small towel because you will get soaked depending how close you are sitting in the front. However, the splash zones are clearly labeled on the seat backs so you will know whether you are considered within range of getting wet to determine whether that's a good fit for you. We sat in the splash zone on our first orca experience but farthest back of the splash zone & still got a good soak, but the folks down at the front were drenched in water. When it's a hot day that sounds refreshing, today when we went it got quite windy & cold toward the evening so we opted to steer clear of any & all splash zones. They have a huge playground area for kids, which I'd estimate is great for children under about age 12, plus a separate playground for the younger little ones. There is a wide variety of food options like ice cream, burgers, cupcakes, & carbonated drinks. I would describe the food as pretty mediocre, & it is definitely expensive. You are allowed to bring water bottles into the park but no outside food or drinks. We brought my daughter's sippy cup with milk & a backpack & no one questioned it. I definitely recommend bringing a backpack so you have somewhere to keep your belongings, although the park does offer lockers near the entrance if you do opt to store your stuff. I also suggest downloading the SeaWorld app. It's super helpful & easy to use as it gives you up to the minute daily schedules of what events & shows are happening by the hour. There was also a plethora of rollercoaster rides for those who enjoy a thrill! Even though we did not ride any of the roller coasters this visit, it was still fun watching people climb up the massive tracks before the big drop & hearing everyone scream with excitement as they flew past. The way the park is laid out puts you pretty close to many of the rides, so you get a great view of them even if you are not riding. If you think you will go to SeaWorld at least twice a year, I would suggest going with the annual pass. More bang for your buck. A single day pass starts at $50 & goes up from there depending if you add a dining experience to your day pass. Right now during spring break you can get the basic adult annual pass for $99, which includes access to their aquatic park. Kids under 5 are currently offered free annual park passes. We grabbed two for our kids. The free kid passes do not include the aquatic section like the adult pass does, but you can add that for roughly $39.99 per child before taxes, which is still very reasonable. With the basic annual pass you do not have to pay for parking, & there are higher membership tiers that include dining & merchandise discounts that may be worth the cost depending on how much you plan to eat inside the park because the cost of food & drinks add up quickly. For example, we bought one electrolyte drink like a Powerade & it was about $9. A small Dippin' Dots ice cream cup came out to almost $15 after tax & tip. Something else to know is that every time you check out at a register there is a tipping option. I usually tip because I worked in the service industry before so I have a soft spot, but I can understand how it might feel excessive when every single purchase asks for a tip, even when someone is just ringing you up for a drink. My advice is to eat before you arrive so you are not relying too heavily on park food. Also definitely bring your water bottle. Overall it was an amazing experience, especially for the kids. They were thrilled by the whale, dolphin, & sea lion shows. It was entertaining for the adults too. We laughed a lot & had a great day. Giving SeaWorld 4 stars because the cost of food & drinks is egregiously expensive when you take into account tipping for every purchase. Costs add up quickly even with having a pass. That said, we will definitely be back.

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Tidal Surge as seen at night

SeaWorld San Antonio - Construction of Barracuda Strike roller coaster with Steel Eel and Wave Breaker: The Rescue Coaster in the background as seen at night

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Construction of Barracuda Strike roller coaster with Steel Eel and Wave Breaker: The Rescue Coaster in the background as seen at night

Natural Bridge Caverns

4.4(773 reviews)

17.8 mi

•$$$

We had such an amazing experience today at Natural Bridge Caverns, and so much of that was thanks…read moreto our incredible tour guide, Sophia. She was unbelievably knowledgeable, engaging, and truly made the entire tour special for our whole family. Sophia was especially wonderful with our kids and made them feel included and excited throughout the tour. At one point our youngest got scared, and Sophia immediately stepped in with so much kindness and patience that she had her smiling and feeling safe again within minutes. As parents, that meant so much to us. You can tell Sophia genuinely cares about what she does and about the people on her tours. She made the caverns come alive with fascinating information while also making the experience fun, relaxed, and memorable for everyone. We all had the absolute best time and honestly can't say enough great things about her. Thank you, Sophia, for making our visit such a special family memory!

Very pleasantly surprised with how amazingly beautiful this cave was! We just nonchalantly booked a…read moretour here to do something for the day. Turns out, we absolutely loved it. Our tour guide, Michael, was super friendly, ensured our safety, made sure our girls had a good time (along with everyone else), and kept our tour engaged with hilarious humor! Price was good, staff was friendly, service was great, tour was as a good hike (should've worn shorts), and we had a wonderful time. Bring the family! You'll have a wonderful time. Tips: 1. Wear shorts and be ready to walk up and down, so wear those tennis shoes with decent grips. Gets a bit wet at times. 2. Don't follow Google maps that may lead you to their service road. Keep driving up the road and look out for their obvious signs towards their parking lot.

Popcorn and Hatorade.

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Inside the cave

San Antonio Botanical Garden

4.4(346 reviews)

0.9 mi•Mahncke Park

A unique botanical garden with so much beauty and history. We were lucky to visit during the…read moreOtherwild art exhibit, which displayed beautiful large scale colorful art throughout the various gardens. We walked through the Japanese Garden, Rose Garden, an adorable set up of a water conservation garden, cacti/succulent garden and had a relaxing break on the swing facing the pond filled with turtles and ducks. Make sure you stop inside the high humidity garden and the indoor cacti garden with a unique display of various cacti. There is also a really nice children's garden/area and the botanical garden is child friendly in general. There are a lot of spots to enjoy your lunch. I suggest bringing snacks or your lunch. I didn't see any places to purchase food. Parking is free. We visited midweek and it was pretty mellow. A gift shop is located at the entrance. Overall, this botanical garden is at the top of my list and it's definitely worth a visit.

What a beautiful piece of heaven! I felt like I was transported into another world and didn't feel…read morelike I was in a city at all. My first visit and a definite must in the Spring. Parking was plentiful and easy. Entry is $18 per adult, $16 with military discount. The park is well paved and divided into themed sections. See pic of map below. And in addition, there were 11 beautiful art installations related to plants throughout the park to admire and take pics. Love the symbiotic flow between garden and art. I really enjoyed Pineywoods Lake- gorgeous wooded area with cabins, and lots of benches to sit, relax, and enjoy nature. Vibrant cardinals high up in the trees were singing and turtles were lounging and catching sun rays on a small island in the middle of the lake. Another fave was the Lucile Halsey Conservatory area. The multi color Flowy Flora in Flight resides there and caught my eye. The area also housed the Desert pavilion, fern grotto, tropical conservatory, and palm and cycad pavilion. So many interesting plants and landscaped in a meticulous manner. Couldn't get enough : D Plan to spend about 2-2 1/2 hours and we brought lunch and had a nice picnic near the lake. Cute gift shop and coffee near entrance. I'll be back.

My wife and I

Illuminate at the SA Botanical Gardens

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San Antonio Aquarium

2.6(701 reviews)

8.3 mi

We visited the San Antonio Aquarium on a cold day when we were looking for an indoor activity…read moreduring the evening and this was all we could find. Overall it was a cute experience for the kids. They enjoyed it, especially seeing the stingrays and the small sharks up close. There was a nice variety of fish and sea life to look at, and enough unique exhibits to keep things interesting as you walk through. One thing to note is that it can get quite pricey once you start buying food for all the animal feeding stations, which are purchased in very small portions at each station using pre purchased tokens. That adds up quickly. They also have a small arcade area and spots where you can grab quick food and snacks, but nothing impressive. The aquarium itself is on the smaller side for the price you pay for the visit, and you get through the whole thing fairly quickly. I didn't find the aquarium really engaging and exciting and the value wasn't worth it. For that reason, it is probably not a place I would return to on my own, but I would go back if my kids asked to. For that reason, I would give this place 3 stars because it felt like we got through everything so quickly, and the price of the tickets didn't feel worth the value.

I am only giving a 1 star to leave a review. This place is absolutely terrible! First off the term…read moreaquarium should be used lightly. More than half of what they have has nothing to do with an aquarium. I mean I love some baby goats but come on! The conditions they have these animals in is unacceptable and I do not know how they have not been closed down. I was sick to my stomach before I got half way through. A complete waste of $25. I was thirsty and didn't even want to buy anything there to give them any more support. I don't know how people can work there seeing this. I was at the sting ray pool and I swear if he could talk he'd ask to be saved. A worker walked by and thought it was cool to tell us he had 5 of his own at home. WHAT?! I finished walking through quickly to just get to the exit. The only thing I can think of is that this is a front for illegal activity. After leaving and doing a quick google search, they have had several lawsuits that they have not taken accountability for. These owners are disgraceful. DO NOT SPEND YOUR MONEY HERE! Is it worth the drive?...HELL NO!