If you’re planning a family day trip or weekend getaway to San Antonio, CityPASS tickets are hands-down one of the easiest ways to explore the city’s top attractions — and save money while you’re at it.
The author received a CityPASS® ticket and compensation for this article. All thoughts and opinions expressed are her own.
🎟️ What’s included with San Antonio CityPASS® tickets:
Choose one-time admission to 4 of these top attractions and save up to 38% off normal admission prices:
Go Rio San Antonio River Cruises
San Antonio Zoo
The Tower of The Americas
The Alamo – Exhibit and Church
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Witte Museum
The DoSeum
San Antonio Museum of Art
On our recent visit, we used the San Antonio CityPASS tickets to visit three of the included attractions: the San Antonio Zoo, the Go Rio River Cruise, and The DoSeum. Our CityPASS tickets turned what could have been a hectic day of planning, tickets, and logistics into a smooth, stress-free adventure for both of us.
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🐯 Our Wild Morning at the San Antonio Zoo
We started our day bright and early at the San Antonio Zoo, and it did not disappoint. Between the misty walkways of the rainforest exhibit, the twinkling tunnel near the hippos, and some seriously festive fall decor, it was a beautiful spot to wander. My son loved the flamingos (and striking his best flamingo pose!), while I was all about the giraffes.
The best part? No lines or confusion at the gate. Our CityPASS mobile ticket was scanned right from my phone, and we were in within seconds.
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🌊 Midday Break on the Go Rio River Cruise
After a busy morning walking the zoo, we slowed things down with the Go Rio River Cruise — the perfect mid-day reset. The gentle breeze, the shade, and the fun bits of San Antonio history shared along the way made it a relaxing and scenic way to recharge and our CityPass tickets made getting on a breeze. My 10-year-old definitely appreciated the break from walking. Learning about the historic buildings along the Riverwalk was a great bonus.
Homeschool lesson for the day? Check.
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🧠 Hands-On Discovery at The DoSeum
Refreshed and ready for more, we ended our day at The DoSeum, San Antonio’s incredible children’s museum. From the spy training games to the geography exhibits and creative outdoor play areas, it was full of opportunities for imagination and learning through play. Our favorite rooms were the reading nook and the ball run. I loved watching my son light up as he explored.
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💡 Why I Recommend CityPASS
Beyond the savings (you can save up to 38% compared to buying tickets individually), CityPASS tickets make it easy to plan without overthinking. You can purchase tickets online, get them delivered instantly to your email, and use them anytime within 9 consecutive days — perfect for exploring at your own pace.
The My CityPASS® app keeps everything organized, from attraction details to maps and any special offers. It’s one of those small conveniences that make family travel smoother. I even received pop-up notifications whenever we were near an attraction that accepted CityPASS, which made exploring totally effortless.
CityPASS isn’t just for San Antonio, either — it’s available in 17 North American destinations and trusted by over 30 million travelers since 1997.
Whether you’re visiting San Antonio for a day or a week, CityPASS tickets make it simple, affordable, and fun to experience the best the city has to offer.
🎟️ Get your San Antonio CityPASS today and save up to 38% on the city’s best family attractions!
