Want to spruce up your Instagram feed? No need to travel far, you can have IG-worthy posts right at your fingertips here in the heart of San Antonio! Grab your camera and take a tour of San Antonio’s most ‘Instagrammable’ places.
First stop, the one and only Alamo!
A trip to Downtown San Antonio is not complete without a pic in front of the Alamo. This historic mission is a must when it comes to learning about the history of San Antonio.
Where to find it: 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
Brooks Tip: Make a Reservation in advance to see the inside of the Alamo and the gardens!
Any Selena fans out there?
Christopher Montoya dedicated a Mural of the “Queen of Tejano” located at 100 Beatrice Ave and it is a sight to behold!
Brooks Tip: San Antonio has a plethora of spots celebrating Selena’s legacy. Check out Visit San Antonio’s full list here.
Alas de Mexico
Selfie anyone? Located near the at Hemisfair Park near the Tower of the Americas, “Alas de Mexico” or “Wings of Mexico” is a sculpture where you can get some sweet pictures in front of these huge bronze wings.
Brooks Tip: These wings are one of many spread across the world. Check out all of the locations here and start snapping!
Sun Mountain
This public art piece located at Brooks is a beautiful sculpture honoring late U.S. Congressman Frank Tejeda. This hidden gem that will leave your feed looking fresh and leaves countless opportunities for a great caption!
Where to find it: City Base Landing just west of Goliad Road
Brooks Tip: This is the perfect #GoldenHour spot! More info on Sun Mountain and other art pieces located on the Brooks campus can be found here.
La Villita
If you are a local or just passing through, you’ve probably wandered down to the San Antonio Riverwalk. Just a few more steps from the usual fun lies La Villita, a treasured artisan district.
La Villita offers a beautiful backdrop for a can’t-miss opportunity to show off your artistic capabilities.
Where to find it: 418 Villita St. San Antonio, TX 78205
Brooks Tip: Pick up few handmade pieces to really give your followers #FOMO! Check out a full list of artists here.
The Greenline Park
Located at Brooks, this is a can’t-miss opportunity to take pictures with your fur baby. With 43 acres of green space, just think of all the paw-sibilities!
Where to find it: 2532 Sidney Brooks San Antonio, TX 78235
Brooks Tip: The Greenline is the perfect spot to record those TikTok dances too! Read more about the park and all it has to offer here.
Mission Concepción
Filled to the brim with history, architecture, and culture, this two-century old national park is the oldest standing stone church in America. This serves as the perfect backdrop for some yoga poses, wedding pictures, or your pups portraits!
Where to find it: 807 Mission Rd, San Antonio, TX 78210
Brooks Tip: Mission Concepcion connects to other missions along San Antonio’s Mission Reach system. Start your journey off at Mission San Juan, the closest to Brooks! More details can be found here.
Rainbow Crosswalk
Looking for a pop of color? This colorful crosswalk is a great way to strut your stuff. We’re feeling The Beatles vibes!
Where to find it: the intersection of Evergreen Street and Main Avenue
Brooks Tip: While the crosswalk is beautiful on its own, the purpose behind it is bigger than us. Brooks is a proud supporter of the LGBTQIA community. Keep with the Rainbow Crosswalk by liking their Facebook page.
Essex Modern City
San Antonio’s largest outdoor mural gallery is a sight to behold! Make sure you have enough storage for all the pictures you’ll want to take here!
Where to find it: 51 Essex Street San Antonio, TX 78210
Brooks Tip: This is the perfect place to take the kiddos. With so much expression and color, they might just fall in love with art! Learn more here.