Downtown San Marcos Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Charles S. Cock House Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Charles S. Cock House Museum during your trip to San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Charles S. Cock House Museum

Texas Music Theater

You can make plans for a show at Texas Music Theater during your stay in San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Texas Music Theater

Hays County Historic Courthouse

You can learn about the history of San Marcos with a stop at Hays County Historic Courthouse.

Hays County Historic Courthouse

San Marcos Premium Outlets

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to San Marcos Premium Outlets, a favourite shopping spot in San Marcos. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

San Marcos Premium Outlets

Texas State University

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Texas State University during your travels in San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Texas State University

Rio Vista Park

Rio Vista Park is just one of the places to see in San Marcos, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Rio Vista Park

Things to do

Austin Glass Bottom Kayak Tour with Olympian

Austin Glass Bottom Kayak Tour with Olympian

Rp833.250
per adult
Austin Glass Bottom Kayak Tour with Olympian
All smiles at Salt Lick!

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

Rp1.147.815
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
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Top hotels in Downtown San Marcos

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall

3 out of 5
111 Centerpoint Ct, San Marcos, TX
The price is Rp1.481.818 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
Rp1.481.818
Rp1.704.090 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,224 reviews)
"Na"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
The Resort at Schlitterbahn

The Resort at Schlitterbahn

3.5 out of 5
305 West Austin St., New Braunfels, TX
The price is Rp1.324.919 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
Rp1.324.919
Rp1.497.158 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Not bad for the price. Water pressure is a bit lower in the shower, but the area was nice! Will definitely be staying here again!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Resort at Schlitterbahn
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

2 out of 5
1321 North I-35, San Marcos, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp830.150 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
Rp830.150
Rp954.673 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in San Marcos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6/10 (1,006 reviews)
"Awesome staff very friendly."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
1001 E Mccarty Ln, San Marcos, TX
The price is Rp2.328.073 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp2.328.073
Rp2.703.517 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,055 reviews)
"Great stay but the Hilton honors harassing is a bit much- ask once and then leave people alone"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
15295 Highway 35, Bldg 900, Buda, TX
The price is Rp1.332.225 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
Rp1.332.225
Rp1.505.414 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Counter lady was very friendly."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
Hacienda del Rio

Hacienda del Rio

2 out of 5
1273 River Terrace, New Braunfels, TX
The price is Rp3.486.879 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
Rp3.486.879
Rp4.044.780 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (191 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Hacienda del Rio
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Marcos

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Heritage

While visiting Heritage, you might make a stop by sights like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Witliff Collections.

Heritage
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Rio Vista

While Rio Vista isn't home to many top sights, San Marcos River and Strahan Coliseum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rio Vista
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Dunbar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Dunbar and surrounding area, you can visit Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and San Marcos River.

Dunbar
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Westover

While there might not be top attractions in Westover, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and San Marcos River.

Westover
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Millview East

While there might not be top attractions in Millview East, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bobcat Stadium and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment.

Millview East

Downtown San Marcos Travel Guide