4 days in Austin & San Antonio Itinerary

6th Street has been added to your itinerary. On the 10th (Fri), join in the after-dark buzz at 6th Street, have a few drinks at 6th Street, take an in-depth tour of Bullock Texas State History Museum, then take an in-depth tour of LBJ Presidential Library, then get a sense of history and politics at Texas State Capitol, and finally make a trip to Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching. Keep things going the next day: trek along Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail, contemplate the waterfront views at Barton Springs Pool, then take in nature's colorful creations at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, and finally admire the striking features of The Driskill.

To find maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Austin route builder website.

Allen to Austin is an approximately 3.5-hour car ride. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Allen in March; daily highs in Austin reach 75°F and lows reach 53°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to go by car to San Antonio.

On the 12th (Sun), pause for some serene contemplation at San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral, then explore the fascinating underground world of Natural Bridge Caverns, and then get in on the family fun at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. On the 13th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the pleasant sights at The San Antonio River Walk, take an in-depth tour of The Alamo, then see the interesting displays at The Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum, then admire the architecture and history at Mission San Jose, and finally admire the striking features of Tower of the Americas.

For ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the San Antonio trip itinerary planning app.

Traveling by car from Austin to San Antonio takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in San Antonio can reach 76°F, while at night they dip to 54°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to drive back home.