History, architectural beauty, and an engaging theatre await you at one of San Antonio's historical landmarks, Woodlawn Theatre, where shows provide quality, entertaining, educational, and affordable programming for all ages. Woodlawn Theatre features well-known traditional musicals from Anything Goes, and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast to adult-oriented musicals like Avenue Q and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Their goal is to bring a diverse musical theatre to a diverse audience.
Take a step back into the mid-1800s with the San Antonio Fire Museum, where visitors can check out the antique fire trucks, fire-fighting equipment, historical artifacts, beautifully archived documents, and photos. On the kid tours, your kiddos can dress up in authentic replicas of firefighters' turnout gear and climb up on a 1953 International fire truck. They can also take a seat in the small theater and watch short videos on the history of firefighters and how they train today.
Rooted in its rich history, the historic Menger Hotel reigns as the oldest operating hotel, where hospitality and history come to life. Step into the beautiful Victorian lobby and be transported back to when Theodore Roosevelt gathered his Rough Riders at the Menger Bar. Menger Hotel hosted generations of guests who delight in its architectural grandeur, glamorous public spaces, and thoughtful modern-day services and amenities. As you stroll through the Spanish courtyard garden, you will feel at peace as you surround yourself with palm trees, azaleas, and a three-tiered fountain.