San Antonio on a Budget
By Citysearch Staff, San Antonio
Low on cash? Get a lot for a little at these San Antonio favorites.
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DeWese's Tip Top Cafe
2814 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX
Serving platter-sized chicken fried steak since the 1930s. -
Chris Madrid's Nachos and Burgers
1900 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX
Eat a tostada burger while watching truck drivers rub shoulders with the upper crust in this one-of-a-kind dive. -
Los Barrios Mexican Restaurant
4223 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX
This innovative restaurant relies on family recipes that go beyond standard Tex-Mex fare. -
Bill Miller Bar-B-Q
101 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX
Across town, the brown and orange signs beckon people to stop in for barbecue. -
Pig Stands
1508 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX
Locals have fallen under the spell of the bright pink neon pig sign for years.
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Red Roof Inn
1011 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX
About a half mile away from top attractions, including the Riverwalk, Tower of the Americas and more.
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La Quinta
900 Dolorosa, San Antonio, TX
Prime Market Square location, plus a free breakfast buffet. -
Comfort Suites
1002 S Laredo St, San Antonio, TX
A good choice for visitors on a budget, located eight miles from the airport and one from downtown. -
Comfort Inn
4403 E Highway 10, San Antonio, TX
Budget-conscious travelers enjoy a free, daily continental breakfast and newspaper at this worldwide chain famous for "comfort."
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Witte Museum
3801 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX
The only spot in town that houses a life-size dinosaur; see it for free Tuesdays from 3pm to 8pm when there is no admission fee. -
Riverwalk San Antonio
Commerce St, San Antonio, TX
It doesn't cost a thing to stroll along the picturesque riverside. -
Market Square
514 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX
Visit this lively market during a festival and catch free mariachi music, dances and more. -
Alamo Historic Site
300 Alamo Plz, San Antonio, TX
Relax in the gardens, visit the museum and pay homage to this Texas landmark--for free. -
McNay Art Museum
6000 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, TX
Pack a picnic and soak up the scenery, inside and out, without spending a cent.
