Just moved to San Antonio? There’s no time like the present to start getting to know the city.

Rather than getting overwhelmed trying to find all of SA’s hidden gems — of which there are plenty — why not knock a few so-called “tourist traps” off the list? The Alamo City has plenty of famous landmarks, and while locals may pooh-pooh some as overrated, they’re popular for a reason.

From historical landmarks to thrilling theme parks, we rounded up 20 local destinations that are a must-visit for anyone new to San Antonio.

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Mi Tierra 218 Produce Row, (210) 225-1262, mitierracafe.com Mi Tierra needs no introduction. Pedro and Cruz Cortez opened a three-table cafe in 1941, serving farmers and workers in the mercado. The rest, they say, is history. The now-famous landmark has seen much success, being a go-to for locals and tourists alike. Credit: Nina Rangel
The San Antonio Missions Multiple locations, (210) 932-1001, nps.gov/saan San Antonio has four other historic missions that are often overshadowed by the Alamo: Mission Concepción, Mission San José, Mission San Juan Capistrano and Mission Espada. Visitors can go to one or more of the Spanish colonial missions directly, or try to see them all by hiking or biking the 8-mile Mission Reach trail. Credit: Shutterstock / Sean Pavone
San Antonio Zoo 3903 N. St. Mary’s St., (210) 734-7184, sazoo.org Located by Brackenridge Park, the San Antonio Zoo has been in operation since 1914 and is home to many species from around the planet. The zoo has many attractions including Africa Live, the Friedrich Aquarium and the Neotropica realm. The zoo also operates Kiddie Park and the San Antonio Zoo Train, making it a prime destination for kid-friendly fun. Credit: Courtesy Photo / San Antonio Zoo
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The Tower of the Americas 739 E. César E. Chávez Blvd., (210) 223-3101, toweroftheamericas.com You seriously can’t get a better view of SA than at the Tower of the Americas. Take a ride up the elevator and spend some time on the observation deck to get a view of the city from 750 feet in the air. Credit: Shutterstock / Moab Republic
Six Flags Fiesta Texas 17000 W I-10, (210) 697-5050, sixflags.com/fiestatexas Six Flags’ San Antonio outpost offers plenty of fun, both for tourists and locals alike. The park’s new rides and other upgrades mean that San Antonian thrill-seekers who have been going to the park their whole lives can find something new to enjoy on repeat visits. Credit: Courtesy Photo / Six Flags Fiesta Texas
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Cool Crest Miniature Golf 1402 Fredericksburg Road, (210) 732-0222, coolcrestgolf.com Considered by some to be the oldest still-operating miniature golf course in the U.S., this amazing piece of Art Deco-style Americana is also home to the Metzger Biergarten, a bar and gathering place on the spot of the former home of Cool Crest’s founders. Credit: Photo via Instagram / coolcrestgolf
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The Doseum 2800 Broadway, (210) 212-4453, thedoseum.org The DoSeum is a must-visit for anyone with kids. Centered on play, the museum puts hands-on learning at the forefront. The DoSeum features various exhibits for children of all ages related to subjects including STEM, arts and literacy. Credit: Courtesy Photo / The DoSeum
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UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures 801 E. César E. Chávez Blvd., (210) 458-2300, texancultures.utsa.edu First opened as the Texas State Exhibits Pavilion during Hemisfair ‘68, the Institute of Texan Cultures now operates as a museum under the wing of the University of Texas at San Antonio. Through exhibits, events and outreach programs, the Institute of Texan Cultures celebrates the various peoples from around the world that have made their home in the Lone Star State. Credit: Wikimedia Commons / Michael Barera
Buckhorn Saloon and Museum 318 E. Houston St., (210) 247-4000, buckhornmuseum.com Started in the 1880s and moved from the Lone Star Brewery to its current downtown location, the Buckhorn Saloon and Museum includes multiple collections, including “The Carnival of Curiosities” and “The American Sideshow.” The attraction is known for its copious taxidermy, a collection that’s as large as it is partly because the saloon’s original proprietors accepted horns, antlers and even rattlesnake rattles in exchange for drinks. Credit: Photo via Instagram / chasnormlawson
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