Northside, Northwest Side, Far West Side, Southside, Southtown… if you’ve been confused about what neighborhoods are where, you’re not alone.
Whether you’re new to the city or a long-time San Antonian, we’re here to clear up any confusion by breaking down some of the most iconic areas in the Alamo City.
Here are the 11 major neighborhoods in SATX according to Visit San Antonio.
📍 Alamo Heights, City Council Districts 2, 10
Upscale, family-friendly, luxury living… This quaint cottage district is known for its tree-lined streets and slow-paced living. | Favorite spots: Olmos Basin Park, Alamo Quarry Market, McNay Art Museum
📍 Downtown – River Walk, City Council District 1
Bustling, urban, heart of the city… From historic sites to towering developments, there’s never a dull moment in the center of SATX. | Favorite spots: The Alamo, Main Plaza, Majestic Empire Theatre, Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, Market Square, Hemisfair
📍 Eastside – Sunset Station – Dignowity, City Council District 2
Revitalized, culturally-rich, sports hub… Established as one of the city’s first Black American cultural hubs, the Eastside has undergone a massive revitalization. | Favorite spots: Alamo Beer Company, Carver Community Cultural Center, AT&T Center, Alamodome, St. Paul Square
📍 King William – Southtown the Arts District, City Council District 5
Victorian-inspired, artistic, up-and-coming… Don’t miss out on First Fridays, a monthly street festival that captures the vibrant community of artists, artisans, and eateries in Southtown. | Favorite spots: Guenther House, Ruby City, Blue Star Arts Complex
📍 Missions & South, City Council Districts 3, 4, 5
Historic, community-driven, familial… Named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the San Antonio missions are a staple of South San Antonio. | Favorite spots: Mission Reach, Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, Confluence Park, Mission Marquee Plaza
📍 Monte Vista – Alta Vista – Olmos Park, City Council District 1
Renewed, up-and-coming, vintage… The largest historic district in the US, this spot is definitely one to hit up if you’re looking to shop second-hand items. | Favorite spots: San Pedro Spring Park, Hannah Landa Memorial Library, Scobee Planetarium, The Public Theater of San Antonio
📍 Northeast – Morgan’s Wonderland, City Council Districts 9, 10
Expanding, far-reaching, inclusive… Home to Randolph Air Force Base, this is one of San Antonio’s newest neighborhoods with plenty of outdoor space. | Favorite spots: Comanche Lookout Park, Retama Park, Cowboys Dance Hall
📍 Northwest – SeaWorld – Alamo Ranch, City Council Districts 4, 6, 7
Booming, developing, family-focused… With plenty of restaurants, new attractions + a booming real estate market, many are looking here to raise a family. | Favorite spots: Government Canyon State Natural Area, Aquatica, San Antonio Aquarium
📍 Pearl – Broadway Cultural Corridor, City Council Districts 1, 2
Entertainment hotspot, ritzy, educational... One of SATX’s newest redeveloped neighborhoods, this area has become an instant favorite among locals + tourists alike. | Favorite spots: San Antonio Botanical Garden, San Antonio Museum of Art, Japanese Tea Garden, San Antonio Zoo, Brackenridge Park, The Witte Museum
📍 Six Flags Fiesta Texas – La Cantera – Medical Center, City Council Districts 1, 7, 8, 9
Youthful, upmarket, collegiate hub... From luxury retail shops to thrilling adventures, this neighborhood has it all for those looking to add a bit of excitement to their routine. | Favorite spots: Eilan Hotel & Resort, Phil Hardberger Park, Denman Estate Park, The Rim Shopping Center
📍 Westside – Deco District – Monticello, City Council Districts 4, 5, 6, 7
Vintage, Tex-Mex, art deco... This neighborhood showcases one of the most vibrant portraits of SATX’s Mexican-American heritage. | Favorite spots: Woodlawn Lake Park, Woodlawn Theatre, Cool Crest Miniature Golf, Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center
Do you agree with this breakdown? Send us a message if you’d like to learn more about a particular neighborhood (Hint: a guide to your neighborhood could be in the works 👀).
