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Austin, San Antonio and Houston in 3 Days

Photo: Daniel Schwen, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

This itinerary spends one day each in Austin, San Antonio and Houston. Day one focuses on Austin landmarks including the capitol and South Congress. The route then moves south to San Antonio for its historic sites before heading east to Houston for space and art.

3 daysAustinSan AntonioHoustonIncludes AlamoBy travli· Checked by the travli team, September 2026

Day by day

Day 1

Austin

  1. 9:00AustinSight
  2. 11:00AustinSight
  3. 14:00AustinWalk
  4. 19:00AustinWalk
Day 2

San Antonio

  1. 8:00Drive to San AntonioAustinTransfer
  2. 10:00San AntonioSight
  3. 12:00San AntonioWalk
  4. 15:00San AntonioSight
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Day 3

Houston

  1. 8:30Drive to HoustonSan AntonioTransfer
  2. 11:00HoustonSight
  3. 16:00HoustonSight
  4. 17:00HoustonSight
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Questions about this trip

Is 3 days enough for Austin, San Antonio, and Houston?

Three days works if you drive between cities each morning. Plan tight daily schedules and buy timed tickets ahead for Space Center Houston.

Do I need to book Space Center Houston tickets in advance?

Yes, purchase tickets online at least one day before. This secures your entry time and skips the on-site line.

How long does it take to drive from Austin to San Antonio?

The drive takes about 1.5 hours via I-35. Leave early to allow for traffic and arrive by 10 am.

Do I need a rental car for Austin, San Antonio, and Houston?

Yes, rent a car at the start of the trip. Public transit between the three cities takes too long for a 3-day schedule.

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