logo
By Huuk Team

Road trip from Port Arthur to San Antonio

All Category
iconShopping
iconNature & Parks
iconSights & Landmarks
iconSpas & Wellness
iconNightlife
iconMuseums
iconFun & Games
Show more (3+)

ITINERARY

5h 22m288 miles16 stops
1
Space Center Houston
1601 NASA Parkway, Houston, TX 77058-3145
Located in the heart of NASA’s spaceflight program, Space Center Houston is a must-visit for fans of space exploration. With more than 400 space-related artefacts and numerous interactive exhibitions, you can easily spend a whole day learning about NASA’s history and current work. Be sure to hop on the tram tour too, which takes you around the real site of the Johnson Space Center, including the original Mission Control room and a behind-the-scenes look at the astronaut training facilities. You might want to join VIP tours by NASA experts to gain a deeper understanding and inside knowledge of the center. – Tripadvisor
2
Toyota Center
1510 Polk St, Houston, TX 77002-7130
3
Houston Grand Opera
500 Texas St (Wortham Center), Houston, TX 77002-2737
Opera house in Houston that features opera presentations throughout the year.
4
Axelrad Beer Garden
1517 Alabama St, Houston, TX 77004-3935
Axelrad is all about celebrating Houston, being outside, and relaxing. Conceived as a community-gathering place offering beer, wine, drinks, Luigi's pizza, live music, and the city's only hammock grove, Axelrad aims to be a place for all. The bar's interior is housed within a 100-year-old renovated building, originally a grocery store built by David and Gertrude Axelrad. Artists added to the beautiful historic interior with tap handles by Venezuelan-based Maria Rangel, seating by New Living's HTX Made, and textiles by Austin-based Nido.
5
Paramour Roof Top Bar
102 9th St 4th Floor, San Antonio, TX 78215-1524
6
Havana Ultra Lounge
212 College St, San Antonio, TX 78205-1813
7
Mokara Spa
212 W Crockett St Mokara Hotel and Spa, San Antonio, TX 78205-2520
8
Beethoven Home and Garden
422 Pereida St, San Antonio, TX 78210-1149
The Beethoven Maennerchor's purpose is to preserve German song, music, and language. It is the one of the oldest German singing societies in Texas.
9
San Antonio Shoemakers
1717 Sas Dr, San Antonio, TX 78224-1042
10
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden
900 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77005
11
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
5216 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006-6598
The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a non-collecting institution dedicated to presenting the best and most exciting international, national, and regional art. Through dynamic exhibitions accompanied by scholarly publications and accessible educational programs, the Museum reaches out to local, regional, national, and international audiences of various ages. CAMH is always fresh, always free.
12
Stages Repertory Theatre
800 Rosine St, Houston, TX 77019-1939
Founded in 1978, Stages Repertory Theatre is a not-for-profit professional theatre with two intimate performance spaces and deep roots in the Houston community. Stages produces year-round, performing a broad scope of new work, popular entertainment and re-imagined classics. Almost all of Stages shows are rehearsed and constructed on-site in Houston, brought to life by an exceptional community of locally-based artists and craftspeople along with occasional guest directors, actors and designers from around the world. With a mission to advance theatre and enliven community, Stages offers a greenhouse for new talent and ideas and a place for art, artists and audiences to thrive.
13
The Menil Collection
1533 Sul Ross St, Houston, TX 77006-4729
Houston philanthropists and art patrons John and Dominique de Menil established the Menil Foundation in 1954 to foster greater public understanding and appreciation of art, architecture, culture, religion, and philosophy. In 1987, the Menil Collection’s main museum building opened to the public. Today, the Menil Collection consists of a group of five art buildings and green spaces located within a residential neighborhood. The Menil remains committed to its founders’ belief that art is essential to human experience and fosters direct personal encounters with works of art. The museum welcomes all visitors free of charge to its buildings and surrounding green spaces.
14
Reliant Park
1 Nrg Park, Houston, TX 77054-1574
15
Extreme Escape
9995 W Interstate 10, San Antonio, TX 78230-2260
Extreme Escape San Antonio is the FIRST to offer four different themed escape experience. Mutiny and Trapped Below have broad appeal, including puzzle loving families and children ages 9 and above, while Undead and Master of Illusion are suitable for teenagers and adults looking for a thrill. We’ve incorporated multi-dimensional elements like life-sized props, special effects and even smells to make your “escape” amazing!
16
Santikos Palladium IMAX
17703 W Interstate 10, San Antonio, TX 78257-9529
Customize this Trip

OVERVIEW

Port Arthur to San Antonio
1
Start:Space Center Houston
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(9889) review
Located in the heart of NASA’s spaceflight program, Space Center Houston is a must-visit for fans of space exploration. With more than 400 space-related artefacts and numerous interactive exhibitions, you can easily spend a whole day learning about NASA’s history and current work. Be sure to hop on the tram tour too, which takes you around the real site of the Johnson Space Center, including the original Mission Control room and a behind-the-scenes look at the astronaut training facilities. You might want to join VIP tours by NASA experts to gain a deeper understanding and inside knowledge of the center. – Tripadvisor
1601 NASA Parkway, Houston, TX 77058-3145
2
Toyota Center
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(913) review
1510 Polk St, Houston, TX 77002-7130
3
Houston Grand Opera
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(94) review
Opera house in Houston that features opera presentations throughout the year.
500 Texas St (Wortham Center), Houston, TX 77002-2737
4
Axelrad Beer Garden
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(90) review
Axelrad is all about celebrating Houston, being outside, and relaxing. Conceived as a community-gathering place offering beer, wine, drinks, Luigi's pizza, live music, and the city's only hammock grove, Axelrad aims to be a place for all. The bar's interior is housed within a 100-year-old renovated building, originally a grocery store built by David and Gertrude Axelrad. Artists added to the beautiful historic interior with tap handles by Venezuelan-based Maria Rangel, seating by New Living's HTX Made, and textiles by Austin-based Nido.
1517 Alabama St, Houston, TX 77004-3935
5
Paramour Roof Top Bar
San Antonio, Texas·
3.5
(93) review
102 9th St 4th Floor, San Antonio, TX 78215-1524
6
Havana Ultra Lounge
San Antonio, Texas·
2.0
(9) review
212 College St, San Antonio, TX 78205-1813
7
Mokara Spa
San Antonio, Texas·
5.0
(92) review
212 W Crockett St Mokara Hotel and Spa, San Antonio, TX 78205-2520
8
Beethoven Home and Garden
San Antonio, Texas·
4.5
(9) review
The Beethoven Maennerchor's purpose is to preserve German song, music, and language. It is the one of the oldest German singing societies in Texas.
422 Pereida St, San Antonio, TX 78210-1149
9
San Antonio Shoemakers
San Antonio, Texas·
4.5
(90) review
1717 Sas Dr, San Antonio, TX 78224-1042
10
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(96) review
900 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77005
11
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
Houston, Texas·
3.5
(91) review
The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a non-collecting institution dedicated to presenting the best and most exciting international, national, and regional art. Through dynamic exhibitions accompanied by scholarly publications and accessible educational programs, the Museum reaches out to local, regional, national, and international audiences of various ages. CAMH is always fresh, always free.
5216 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006-6598
12
Stages Repertory Theatre
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(90) review
Founded in 1978, Stages Repertory Theatre is a not-for-profit professional theatre with two intimate performance spaces and deep roots in the Houston community. Stages produces year-round, performing a broad scope of new work, popular entertainment and re-imagined classics. Almost all of Stages shows are rehearsed and constructed on-site in Houston, brought to life by an exceptional community of locally-based artists and craftspeople along with occasional guest directors, actors and designers from around the world. With a mission to advance theatre and enliven community, Stages offers a greenhouse for new talent and ideas and a place for art, artists and audiences to thrive.
800 Rosine St, Houston, TX 77019-1939
13
The Menil Collection
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(970) review
Houston philanthropists and art patrons John and Dominique de Menil established the Menil Foundation in 1954 to foster greater public understanding and appreciation of art, architecture, culture, religion, and philosophy. In 1987, the Menil Collection’s main museum building opened to the public. Today, the Menil Collection consists of a group of five art buildings and green spaces located within a residential neighborhood. The Menil remains committed to its founders’ belief that art is essential to human experience and fosters direct personal encounters with works of art. The museum welcomes all visitors free of charge to its buildings and surrounding green spaces.
1533 Sul Ross St, Houston, TX 77006-4729
14
Reliant Park
Houston, Texas·
4.0
(99) review
1 Nrg Park, Houston, TX 77054-1574
15
Extreme Escape
San Antonio, Texas·
5.0
(966) review
Extreme Escape San Antonio is the FIRST to offer four different themed escape experience. Mutiny and Trapped Below have broad appeal, including puzzle loving families and children ages 9 and above, while Undead and Master of Illusion are suitable for teenagers and adults looking for a thrill. We’ve incorporated multi-dimensional elements like life-sized props, special effects and even smells to make your “escape” amazing!
9995 W Interstate 10, San Antonio, TX 78230-2260
16
Santikos Palladium IMAX
San Antonio, Texas·
4.5
(96) review
17703 W Interstate 10, San Antonio, TX 78257-9529

CHECKLIST

icon
GPS device or app
icon
Download Offline Map
icon
Car charger and portable battery
icon
Water bottles and snacks
icon
Travel pillow and blanket
icon
Sunglasses and sunscreen
icon
First-aid kit
icon
Trash bags
icon
Hand sanitizer and wet wipes
icon
Driver’s license and vehicle registration
icon
Cash and cards
icon
Camera or smartphone
Unlock Effortless Travel Planning
Create your dream trip in minutes by this prompt. Try now!
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the driving distance between Port Arthur and San Antonio?
The distance is 288 miles
What's the travel time between Port Arthur and San Antonio?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 5h 22m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Port Arthur and San Antonio?
Some popular stops include
Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to San Antonio?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to San Antonio
What’s the weather like in San Antonio?
The weather in San Antonio is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
Weather in San Antonio in January
Weather in San Antonio in February
Weather in San Antonio in March
Weather in San Antonio in April
Weather in San Antonio in May
Weather in San Antonio in June
Weather in San Antonio in July
Weather in San Antonio in August
Weather in San Antonio in September
Weather in San Antonio in October
Weather in San Antonio in November
Weather in San Antonio in December
Interested in a detailed plan for your time in San Antonio?
Plan your dream San Antonio trip with our daily itineraries featuring must-see attractions! See them here!
A 1-day itinerary in San Antonio
A 2-day itinerary in San Antonio
A 3-day itinerary in San Antonio
A 4-day itinerary in San Antonio
A 5-day itinerary in San Antonio
A 6-day itinerary in San Antonio
Where else can I travel to if I'm starting my trip in Port Arthur?
We have a lot of great trip options for Port Arthur! See the links below for all the itineraries we created for you