Welcome to San Antonio
Welcome to the vibrant city of San Antonio, where a tapestry of rich history, affordable living, strong military connections, and a ‘family-friendly’ attitude converge to make it a top choice for newcomers! Whether you’re in the process of relocating or just getting to know the city, we extend a warm welcome to you in the heart of ‘SATx’!
Relocation Resources
Relocating
Need advice on where to live? Check out our Neighborhood Guide for popular areas to consider, including home price ranges, key links and school info.
New Mover
Receive our newcomer Welcome Kit, customized to your area, and delivered to your doorstep! Provided by Bconnnected.
Connect & Explore
Get Connected
From car registration, to doctors, childcare and local churches, there are essential things you may need.
Things to Do
As the #1 visited city in Texas, there are plenty of activities and attractions for everyone to enjoy.
Trivia & Fun Facts
Say it Right:
“Bexar” County is pronounced “Bear.
SATx Spotlight:
The #1 tourist city in Texas is San Antonio.
UNESCO Marvels:
The Missions are the only UNESCO gems in Texas.
Historic Charm:
San Fernando is the oldest church standing in Texas.
Medical Marvel:
BAMC is the largest DoD medical facility in US.
Crowd Favorites:
The Riverwalk and Pearl are our top tourist locations.
Sky’s the Limit:
Tower of the Americas is our tallest building.
Cool History:
Milam was the 1st air-conditioned building in the US.
Tech Pioneer:
BiblioTech is the nation’s 1st all-digital library.
Nature’s Symphony:
Bracken Cave hosts the world’s largest bat colony.
Spicy Legacy:
Chili made its start in SATx in 1860. Taste the history!
Parade Extravaganza:
SATx is home to the largest MLK Parade in the US.
Fiesta Fever:
Join the 10-day non-stop celebration called Fiesta.
Aviation Marvel:
Witness the largest hangar at Kelly AFB (1956).
Boot Enchantment:
North Star mall has tallest boot sculpture (1980).
Tech Marvel:
UTSA has the smallest medical robot (2018).
Snack Origin:
Fritos Chips started their crunch journey in 1932.
Salsa Revolution:
Pace Picante (1947) launched the salsa craze.
About Us
Since 2005, Bconnected Welcome Service has facilitated connections for newcomers through Welcome Kit deliveries. In 2023, we introduced “New2SATx” transitioning our popular “San Antonio & Hill Country Newcomer’s Guide” into a digital platform. New2SATx offers a service directory, relocation resources, activities, articles from guest contributors, and a monthly e-newsletter for newcomers.
Founder Kathy Masterson, a San Antonio resident for 25+ years, brings over two decades of experience assisting new movers through Bconnected Welcome Service and as a local real estate agent. Our organization is dedicated to passionately helping newcomers connect. “I was a stranger, and you welcomed me” – Matt 25:35.
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