Since San Antonio's founding as a presidio more than two centuries ago, the
military has been an integral part of the city. Brooks Air Force Base, founded
in 1918, was the scene of history's first mass paratroop drop. Fort Sam Houston
was originally established in 1845 in the Alamo complex but moved to its current
location in 1876. Lackland Air Force Base is the basic military center for Air
Force recruits. Randolph Air Force Base is the official Air Force Records Center
and provides pilot training. Randolph AFB's famous landmark, dubbed the "Taj
Mahal," has become a symbol of professional flight training to thousands of Air
Force pilots. Most military installations require a visitor's pass, usually
obtained at the gate. For security reasons, some areas are
restricted.
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
