2 days in Austin & San Antonio Itinerary

Despite its laid-back college vibe, Austin is an influential center for politics, technology, film, and music.

You've added Texas State Capitol, Hamilton Pool Preserve, 6th Street, and other attractions to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sat): see what you want with Double Decker Austin Tours, look for all kinds of wild species at Hamilton Pool Preserve, examine the collection at South Austin Museum of Popular Culture, then get a sense of history and politics at Texas State Capitol, then see Tipster Free Walking Tours, and finally take a stroll through 6th Street.

To see reviews, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Austin vacation maker app.

Use the Route module to find travel options from your starting location to Austin. In January in Austin, expect temperatures between 63°F during the day and 41°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) early enough to go by car to San Antonio.

As the state’s second largest city, San Antonio embodies Texas’ rich cultural heritage while maintaining the Old West charm of an oil town.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Sun): get a taste of the local shopping with The San Antonio River Walk, explore the galleries of The Alamo, then go from sight to sight with Rio San Antonio Cruises, then don't miss a visit to Main Plaza, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Tower of the Americas.

For photos, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the San Antonio visit website.

You can drive from Austin to San Antonio in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In January in San Antonio, expect temperatures between 64°F during the day and 41°F at night.