Top 5 Locations in San Antonio!
While I pride myself on taking great photos, no matter where we are, a great location can make your photos that much better! There are so many great locations in and around San Antonio, below are my favorites spots for photos! This is all based on my experience and opinion – I’m always open to exploring more places! If nature is more of your vibe, check out my blog with my top 5 nature spots!
Eilan La Cantera – San Antonio, TX
If I had to pick ONE favorite location, it might be here. The colorful buildings and architecture makes it feel like you’re no longer in San Antonio. The buildings provide great shade as well for optimum lighting. The complex is large so there are plenty of spots for photos!
Additional fee: None
Accessibility: Easy, stairs or elevators are available to move up and down the levels.
Cons: None really. It can be a popular place for photos during Spring and Fall.
McNay Art Museum Grounds – San Antonio, TX
A historic San Antonio location! The main grounds host beautiful sculptures, a fountain, pond and the mansion as the perfect backdrop!
Additional Fee: $30 for grounds photography, Courtyard is also available but requires reservation and $200 fee.
Accessibility: Easy
Cons: More rules to follow, but they are not dealbreakers! Just takes a little more planning on our part 🙂 Grounds are open until 6 or 7pm depending on the year and close promptly at those times.
The Pearl – San Antonio, TX
A classic San Antonio location! With a mixture of industrial vibes plus the river and nature, you never run out of backgrounds here! It does get busy in general with events going on, restaurants and shopping so I prefer weekday evenings for sessions at the Pearl.
Additional Fee: None
Accessibility: Easy
Cons: It’s a popular place for photos during fall and spring, it can get very busy!
Parking Garages Roof Tops – Anywhere Downtown!
One of my absolute favorite vibes, especially for couples! Something about the skyline view that just gets me! I have my favorite garage in town, pictures below!
Additional Fee: Pay to park in the garage if you prefer, or you can park elsewhere and walk!
Accessibility: Easy, parking garages have stair and elevator access.
Cons: None really. I do find it best to park in the actual garage, I was once kicked out of one that we walked into 🙂
Landa Library – San Antonio, TX
A hidden gem! Beautiful garden area that looks gorgeous in Spring plus the historic library building with interesting architecture and plenty of spots for unique photos!
Additional Fee: None, but a permit is required ahead of time
Accessibility: Easy
Cons: Not really a con, but does require more planning ahead of time to acquire the permit and ensure no other events are going on.
Where is your favorite spot? Let me know in the comments below!
