Alamo Heights, TX, USA < change city >

Ceremony:

The Chapel of the Incarnate Word

Reception:

Club Giraud

Hotel:

Hotel Contessa

Hotel:

Sheraton Gunter Hotel

Hotel:

The Fairmount Hotel

Attraction:

King William Historic District

"King William is the oldest historic district in Texas. Built by German merchants in the late 1800s, it is made up of elegant mansions, quirky bed and breakfasts, art galleries, restaurants and the Southtown commercial corridor. Its tree-lined streets sweep the south bank of the San Antonio River; on its edges are the Blue Star and Lavaca neighborhoods. You can pick up a self-guided walking tour from the San Antonio Conservation Society."

Attraction:

San Antonio Mission Trail

"Comprised of four out of five San Antonio missions: missions Concepción, San José, San Juan and Espada. Travel from mission to mission on the eight-mile Missions Bike and Hike Trail."

Attraction:

San Antonio Zoo

"The third largest zoo in the U.S., the San Antonio Zoo is one of the oldest as well. A collection of animals was assembled in San Pedro Park in the 1800s. more animals were added in 1914. Today, more than 3,500 animals reside at the zoo, representing 600 special of animals on 56 acres. Forget lions, tigers and bears (oh my! They’re here too) – when’s the last time you’ve been up close with a fossa or a white-faced saki?"

Attraction:

Sea World of Texas

"Kind of a drive from downtown, but, hey, isn't Shamu worth it?! At 250 acres, it’s the largest marine life adventure park in the world. Take in a show with trainers and animals at Shamu Stadium, then set off to explore one of the four individual parks. The Great White is Texas’ first inverted steel roller-coaster; the Steel Eel treats riders to bouts of weightlessness; and the Lost Lagoon, the Texas Splashdown and the Rio Loco offer ways to get wet, from wave pools to slides and flumes."

Attraction:

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

"With eight roller coasters and many more titillating rides, Six Flags Fiesta Texas is an adventure for the entire family. The Fiesta Bay Boardwalk, a 1950s boardwalk with a 90-foot Ferris wheel, is worth a visit even if you’re not that into coasters. And with an ensemble of award-winning shows and a layout that embodies the many cultures of Texas, Fiesta Texas is a must experience for any trip to San Antonio."

Attraction:

The Alamo

"The 300-year-old Mission San Antonio de Valero was the site of a pinnacle battle during the Texas Revolution in March of 1836. Here, 189 Texas defenders held off Mexican General Santa Anna's 4,000 soldiers for thirteen days."

Attraction:

Tower of the Americas

"Here’s where to go for a panoramic view of San Antonio from 750 feet. Built for the 1968 World’s Fair, the tower recently underwent a series of renovations to the observation deck and rotating restaurant at the top; the latter now features upscale dining and a sophisticated bar area."

Museum:

McNay Art Museum

"Opened in San Antonio as Texas first museum of modern art, the McNay has indulged visitors with the works of Monet, Picasso and Matisse, among others. In recent years, the McNays highly-regarded collection had superseded available exhibit space, leaving patrons with the desire and challenge of expansion. Aside from raising over 50 million dollars, one of the biggest challenges was to create an addition that would not detract from the original museums historic faade."