San Antonio is known the world over for its rich and diverse history, which is rooted in the Spanish explorers of the 17th century, Mexican and native cultures, as well as German and French settlers. And though few historical landmarks in the U.S. are as recognized as the Alamo, San Antonio is home to numerous historical sites, such as La Villita, the first Spanish Settlement, and HemisFair Park, host of the 1968 World's Fair. San Antonio is also home to a number of military installations, including Fort Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base, Kelly Air Force Base, Brooks Air Force Base, Martindale Army Air Field, and Randolph Air Force Base.

San Antonio is located in the heart of Texas, making Alteza easily accessible via major highways, including Interstate 35 and 37, which also intersect with Interstate 10. Alteza is just 12 minutes from the San Antonio International Airport. Plus, it is ideally situated for easy access to a number of great destinations around Texas, offering great day and weekend trips, including the live music capital of the world, Austin, TX, just 80 miles north; a short two and a half hour drive to the coast of Corpus Christi, or a commuter flight to Houston, Dallas / Ft. Worth, and El Paso.

San Antonio is renowned for its local arts and entertainment. Art galleries, cultural centers, museums and performing arts, San Antonio has it all. Explore the nearly 60 art galleries around the city, visit more than 25 museums or the numerous cultural centers, including the Institute of Texan Cultures, Mexican American Cultural Center, Witte Museum, San Antonio Children's Museum, San Antonio Museum of Art, and much more. Or take in an evening with Ballet Folklorico or any number of wonderful theater experiences, including the Arneson River Theater at La Villita, The Majestic Theater, and for the little ones, the Children's Fine Art Series.

Outdoor activities surround you in downtown San Antonio. The River Walk's stone pathways connect residents and visitors alike to many of San Antonio's greatest treasures, including historic districts, museums, restaurants, shopping, entertainment and more. The San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department operates 212 city-owned parks. And the surrounding San Antonio area is teeming with outdoor activities including Brackenridge Park, shared by the San Antonio Zoo, Sea World, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, the world-famous Schlitterbahn Water Park and Resort, and more.

Whether you are seeking authentic Tex-Mex, Texas barbecue, seafood, cajun food, or a sample of the area's best in fine dining, downtown San Antonio offers an array of restaurants sure to please even the most discerning palates. From the exceptional Tex-Mex at Mi Tierra Café and Bakery near Market Square, where mariachi bands serenade your table; to outdoor patio dining at La Fogata; to the numerous restaurants along the River Walk, including Casa Rio and Boudro's Texas Bistro; to fine dining at Fig Tree in La Villita or Biga on the River Walk, to incredible views of the city at Tower of the Americas, there is something new to choose from everyday.

Home to the San Antonio Spurs, four-time NBA champions, and the famed Alamodome, which hosts the annual Valero Alamo Bowl featuring two of the country's best college football teams, San Antonio offers a number of year round exciting sporting events.

Plus, San Antonio has more than 40 golf courses, including the historic Brackenridge Park Golf Course, The Quarry Golf Club, and two new PGA TOUR courses, the AT&T Oaks Course and the AT&T Canyons Course, both at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa. The AT&T Oaks Course is home to the Valero Texas Open.

True to its festive culture, San Antonio hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including Fiesta, a city favorite, has been a San Antonio tradition since 1891, honoring the memory of Texas heroes and the city's rich and diverse culture. The Texas Folklife Festival, inspired by the Smithsonian's Folklife Festival, is another popular three-day cultural celebration that takes place each June. San Antonio is also host to the Soul Food Festival, Gospel on the Plaza, Fiesta Noche del Rio, JazzSAlive, International Accordion Festival, Contemporary Art Month, Christmas on the River Walk, Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and more.

Downtown San Antonio and the surrounding area is truly a shopper's paradise. Whether you are looking for unique gifts, local arts and crafts, antiques or imported goods, shopping outlets, or designer bargains, there is an assortment of shopping experiences including the Artisan's Alley, El Mercado, La Villita, Rivercenter Mall, Quarry Market, North Star Mall or the Shops at La Cantera.

A number of exceptional schools for families with young children, including St. Mary's Hall, St. Luke's School, San Antonio Academy, and Keystone Private School are nearby. The city is also home to a number of colleges and universities, including St. Mary's University, Trinity University, Incarnate Word College, Our Lady of the Lake University, San Antonio College, and the University of Texas at San Antonio.

An incredibly walkable city, downtown San Antonio offers a number of transportation options, including a rail streetcar, which has been in operation for more than 50 years, and stops at a number of tops sights; the River Walk, a stone pathway, which connects the majority of downtown, and the river taxi, Rio Taxi, which stops at 39 locations along the River Walk and downtown.

We also know that good healthcare is always a priority, and downtown San Antonio offers award winning hospitals and preventative care, including University Health System, Metropolitan Methodist Hospital, Baptist Medical Center, Santa Rosa Methodist Hospital and Cancer Therapy and Research Center and Nix Health Care System.