5 Kid-Friendly Activities in San Antonio

SeaWorld® San Antonio

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the sea at SeaWorld San Antonio.

Kids can get up close to lots of diverse marine life, including dolphins, penguins, and polar bears. They can also reach speeds of up to 50-miles per hour on a roller coaster, get splashed during their signature orca show, and meet the cast of Sesame Street® at SeaWorld® San Antonio.

Plan your day around the shows you want to catch. In between shows, you can visit a variety of sea animals in their different habitats at the park’s exhibits.

Adrenaline-seekers can take their turn on one of SeaWorld’s thrill rides like the classic splash-drop coaster ride Journey to Atlantis®. Or, jump on the fast-moving The Great White® ride featuring 360-degree flips and corkscrews, or The Steel Eel with its 15-story vertical drop and series of camelbacks that will make you feel weightless. Then, get grounded and cool off on the Rio Loco®–just be prepared to get soaked!

Kids will love the Shamu Express® mini roller coaster. And be sure to check out the Sesame Street® Bay of Play®, where they can meet and greet their favorite characters from Sesame Street. Then, take a spin on some kid-sized rides, or sit back and watch a show.

Getting In: SeaWorld San Antonio tickets are available as a premium attraction option with the San Antonio Explorer Pass.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

From roller coasters to bumper cars, Six Flags Fiesta Texas has all the classic theme park fun kids love. With six distinctly themed areas within the park, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.

They have everything from water rides to bumper cars to roller coasters. So whatever type of theme park entertainment you prefer, you can find it at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Their most popular attractions are BATMAN: The Ride (pictured above), the refreshing and exciting Bahama Blaster, and amazing Boomerang.

In addition to lots of rides, there are tons of shows and other popular entertainment options including several dining and shopping spots.

Getting In: Six Flags Fiesta Texas tickets are available as a premium attraction option with the San Antonio Explorer Pass.

Splashtown San Antonio

Visit an amazing water park just three minutes north of downtown San Antonio. With 20 acres of rides, slides, and watery fun, Splashtown San Antonio is sure to delight your entire family.

While there is lots for adults to enjoy, Kid’s Kove is especially designed for the little ones. Filled with lily pads, splash features, and games, this area is perfect for their level of activity.

You won’t be short of things to do for older kids. You’ll find a massive wave pool, 40 slides of varying excitement, and fun beach games like volleyball.

It’s also a great break from the Texas heat, so use the time to cool off for an afternoon. It’s a win for everyone!

Getting In: Splashtown San Antonio tickets are available as an option with the San Antonio Explorer Pass.

The Amazing Mirror Maze

Kids who love puzzles and curiosities in all forms will love a visit to the Amazing Mirror Maze. They can go through the maze as many times as they want, twisting and turning and competing with their siblings. Then, they can play with the “Funny Mirrors,” which distorts their features in silly ways.

Next, your kids can tackle the Vault Laser Challenge. They’ll try to cross the room without accidentally intersecting with any lasers, practicing their acrobatic skills.

Getting In: Amazing Mirror Maze tickets are available as an option with the San Antonio Explorer Pass.

Tower of the Americas

Resembling the famous Space Needle in Seattle, visit the iconic tower of San Antonio’s skyline.

For some of the best views of the city, head up to the Flags Over Texas: Observation Deck. You’ll get 360-degree views and learn about the landmarks you’ll see from the top. You’ll be able to identify the important sights and will learn about their history and significance.

Fly over Texas when you take a turn on the Skies Over Texas: 4D Theater Ride. This thrill ride takes visitors to exciting scenes throughout Texas, including a Friday night football game and a space shuttle NASA.

Getting In: Tower of the Americas tickets are available as an option with the San Antonio Explorer Pass.

Alamo Plaza Attractions

After touring the Alamo (see below for more info about that important historic attraction), get in a little fun at some of the exciting attractions right in Alamo Plaza.

Guinness World Records Museum: Browse through record setting history with the impressive (and sometimes bizarre) exhibits at Guinness World Records. Kids will have a blast interacting with the displays and video screens and answering fun trivia while seeing the contents of the fascinating books brought to life.

Ripley’s Haunted Adventure: Put your bravery to the test with this haunted house experience. Featuring real, live actors, creepy artifacts and props, and mind-bending special effects, it’s a truly harrowing experience.

Tomb Rider 3-D: How about practicing your laser tag shooting skills on an exciting adventure through a world of monsters and mayhem? This interactive ride takes you on a journey to the ancient tomb of the Egyptian God, Anubis.