San Antonio Map & City Guide
If you ask any Texas tourist about what they would find on a San Antonio map, at least one of two things will certainly come to mind. It is certainly hard to forget the Alamo ever since Sam Houston’s battle cry went down in our great state’s history. The other is the Riverwalk which is well-tread by locals and visitors alike. But any San Antonian will tell you that besides the lovely Riverwalk, there are many places worth strolling in this great city. Home to almost 1.5 million residents, San Antonio is also home to two Southern Careers Institute campuses—affectionately known as ‘SCI North’ and ‘SCI South’, respectively.
As you might imagine in one of the top 3 largest cities in the great state of Texas, San Antonio is comprised by neighborhoods that have their own look and feel. Historically, more infrastructure and investment in business and commerce was put in place in the northside of town, while the South was thought to be more diverse and included rural housing developments and historical relics including the Mission Concepción. If you are simply visiting or looking to move, San Antonio, is a rapidly changing and expanding city with tons to see, eat and do all over. Thankfully, we leaned on our very own SCI North and South staff members to give us their top picks for getting down and around San Antonio.
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On the SAN ANTONIO MAP – NORTH
TOP SPOT FOR CHEAP EATS:
“Get the Chicken Soft Tacos at Las Palapas. And they have great coffee and lemonade!” -Daniel Fryer, JavaScript Instructor, SCI North
OTHER SPOTS TO CHOW DOWN
Great for happy hours and late-night munchies.
Cozy and quick comfort food!
Full menu of American favorites, including breakfast all day.
“Chela’s off Broadway is my go-to spot: GIANT tacos for super cheap!”-Jillian Cameran, Academic Advisor, SCI North
This just might be the only restaurant with live music, a laundromat AND a car wash!
TOP SPOT TO GROCERY SHOP
- H-E-B Plus! – North
TOP SPOTS FOR DAYCARE
Christian ministry / Bible school located right near the SCI North campus
Located centrally between North and South campuses
TOP SPOT FOR COFFEE
Hip cafe with slow-pour brews in an industrial setting.
TOP SPOTS FOR OUT-OF-TOWNERS
“The Alamo district downtown has Ripley’s Museum across the street and many historical hotels where you can dine close to its namesake landmark.” -Fina Hernandez, Community & Admissions, SCI North
On the SAN ANTONIO MAP – SOUTH
TOP SPOT FOR CHEAP EATS
Artsy, casual Mediterranean fare
OTHER SPOTS TO CHOW DOWN
Bright eatery with breakfast tacos, enchiladas and happy hour specials.
Family-owned seafood chain now in 6 locations throughout San Antonio.
Mexican-style local chain with fire-grilled chicken
TOP SPOT TO GROCERY SHOP
- H-E-B Plus! – South
TOP SPOTS FOR DAYCARE
Located centrally between North and South campuses
TOP SPOT FOR COFFEE
House-roasted coffee plus sweet and savory menu items with a clean, relaxed atmosphere
TOP SPOT FOR A BREAKFAST TACO
Serving Tex-Mex favorites for over 45 years.
TOP SPOT FOR OUT-OF-TOWNERS
Scenic walks along historic Spanish missions and ruins.
TOP SPOTS TO TAKE THE FAMILY
Fun watersports for the whole family!
Latin American-style mall boasting salons, fast-food stalls & diverse shops, plus amusement rides. Want to hit up more San Antonio city spots?
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