San Antonio Travel and Leisure Guide 2007 - Spanish - (Page 12)

attractions Scobee Planetarium @ San antonio college 1300 San Pedro Ave. 210-733-2910, Map Grid D4 The “Rocket Trip” program gives basic information about the Solar System - children under four not admitted. The “Wonders of the Night Sky” program talks about stars and the phases of the moon children under six not admitted. Programs are subject to change. Allow 1 hour per program. SPaniSh governor’S Palace 105 Plaza de Armas 210-224-0601, Map Grid D5 Founded on Cinco de Mayo 1718 as Presidio de Bejar, The Spanish Governor’s Palace served as the governmental agency and Capitol of Texas until 1821 during the Spanish possession of Texas. www.sanantonio.gov/sapar. texaS tranSPortation muSeum 11731 Wetmore Rd. 210-490-3554, Map Grid E2 Train rides offered each day. An educational and entertaining experience by an all-volunteer organization that collects, preserves and displays transportation equipment with a working passenger railroad, several model train layouts and road vehicles. www.accd.edu/sac/ce/scobee. SPlaShtoWn San antonio 3600 IH 35 N. 210-227-1400, Map Grid F4 San Antonio’s family water park has something fun for every age. Splashtown offers more than 50 rides and attractions, including the incredible Kid’s Kove which features scaled-down rides, slides and attractions just for their youngest guests. Ad Page 11. Reader Response 9. www.txtransportationmuseum.org. toWer oF the americaS 600 HemisFair Park 210-223-3101, Map Grid D5 The Skies Over Texas 4-D Theatre Ride - Adults $6, Children (12 and under) and Seniors $5.50. Flags Over Texas Observation Tower - Adults $5, Seniors $4, Children (12 and under) $3. Combination Package - Adults $9.95, Seniors $9.25, Children (12 and under) $7.95. Allow 1 hour. Ad Page 13. Reader Response 10. listings www.splashtownsa.com. SeaWorld San antonio 10500 SeaWorld Dr. 800-700-7786, Map Grid A4 World’s largest marine-life adventure park with more than 25 shows, animal attractions, rides and education experiences for all ages. New for 2007 is “Journey to Atlantis,” a thrilling family ride. The first of its kind in the U.S.A., it combines the elements of a traditional roller coaster and water ride. For additional information, call or visit their Web site. Open seasonally. Ad on map panel. Reader Response 81. www.seaworld.com. SteveS homeStead muSeum 509 King William 210-225-5924, Map Grid E5 Located on the banks of the San Antonio River in the King William Historic District, the museum reflects the elegance of gracious living in the late 1800s. Their trained docents give guided tours of the two beautifully furnished floors in the home revealing the family’s history. Allow 45 minutes. www.toweroftheamericas.com. u.S. army medical dePartment muSeum 2310 Stanley Rd., Bldg. 1046 210-221-6358, Map Grid E4 Museum devoted to the history of the U.S. Army Medical Department from 1775 to the present. Collection includes equipment, uniforms, insignia, vehicles, aircraft and artwork relating to military medicine. Free. Allow 1 hour. www.saconservation.org/tours/steves.htm. Seg city 124 Losoya St. 210-224-0773, Map Grid H4 Join them on one of San Antonio’s most unique tours. Glide by some of the oldest sites in Texas, coast down the River Walk and Segway right up to the Alamo. Their three-hour tours are a blast. They Segway at six “smiles” an hour, so come “remember the tour” with them. Allow 3 hours. Ad Page 7. Reader Response 5. www.segcity.com. texaS air muSeum StinSon chaPter 1234 - 99th St. 210-977-9885, Map Grid E6 The history of flight from the early days of aviation to the present, here you will see some of the world’s rarest aircraft, including a Focke-Wulf FW-190. ameddregiment.amedd.army.mil/museum2. utSa’S inStitute oF texan cultureS 801 S. Bowie St. 210-458-2330, Map Grid E5 UTSA’s Institute of Texan Cultures is San Antonio’s cultural experience museum. Guests are invited to experience the stories of Texas’ diverse citizens and cultural contributors, and join in the celebration of the Lone Star State’s multicultural heritage. Ad Page 51. Reader Response 41. www.texasairmuseum.org. texaS hill country WinerieS Multiple locations 866-621-9463 Take a self-guided tour of the beautiful Texas Hill Country and discover 20 unique Texas vineyards and wineries. With five annual events during the year and special events almost every weekend, they welcome newcomers and old friends alike. Please call for locations. Free. Six FlagS FieSta texaS 17000 IH-10 W. 210-697-5050, Map Grid C1 Voted “#1 Show Park in the Country,” featuring all-new characters, parades, thrilling rides, special events, award-winning shows and free water park. New in 2007, their Boardwalk area will feature more fun for all ages. Open weekends through October 29. Ad inside front cover, 11. Reader Response 2. www.sixflags.com. www.texancultures.com. Wild animal orPhanage 9626 Leslie Rd. 210-688-9038, Map Grid A3 A non-profit sanctuary for unwanted or neglected wild and exotic animals: lions, tigers, bears, monkeys and more. Allow 45 minutes. www.texaswinetrail.com. SouthWeSt School oF art & craFt 300 Augusta St. 210-224-1848, Map Grid D5 Located on the picturesque grounds of a former Ursuline convent, this visual arts school features a high-end, eclectic gallery shop, visitors’ center museum, beautiful gardens and historic buildings, a weekday lunch café and significant exhibitions of contemporary art. Free. www.swschool.org. texaS Pioneer, old trail driver & Former texaS ranger muSeum 3805 Broadway St. 210-822-9011, Map Grid E4 Paying homage to the trailblazers of 19th century Texas, from the earliest families and trail drivers who settled in what was then a province of Spain to the Rangers who represented the first branch of law enforcement in the nation with statewide jurisdiction. www.animalsanctuaryus.org. Witte muSeum 3801 Broadway St. 210-357-1910, Map Grid E4 Conveniently located minutes from Downtown San Antonio, the Witte Museum offers unique exhibits and experiences for all ages in science, natural history and culture. Set in beautiful Brackenridge Park, the campus features historic buildings and the H-E-B Science Treehouse. Allow up to 4 hours. www.wittemuseum.org. 12 http://www.accd.edu/sac/ce/scobee http://www.sanantonio.gov/sapar http://www.txtransportationmuseum.org http://www.splashtownsa.com http://www.toweroftheamericas.com http://www.saconservation.org/tours/steves.htm http://www.seaworld.com http://ameddregiment.amedd.army.mil/museum2 http://www.texasairmuseum.org http://www.segcity.com http://www.texancultures.com http://www.texaswinetrail.com http://www.sixflags.com http://www.animalsanctuaryus.org http://www.swschool.org http://www.wittemuseum.org http://www.visitsanantonio.com

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