Downtown San Marcos Travel Guide
San Marcos
Visit Downtown San Marcos
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.
Hays County Historic Courthouse
You can learn about the history of San Marcos with a stop at Hays County Historic Courthouse.
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.
San Marcos Premium Outlets
During your visit to San Marcos, you can enjoy retail therapy at San Marcos Premium Outlets. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Texas State University
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.
Strahan Coliseum
Catch an event at Strahan Coliseum during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Clear Kayak Sunset Glow Tour
Guided Stand Up Paddleboard Tour of San Marcos River
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Half-Day Hill Country Wine Shuttle From Austin
Guided Fishing Trip on Canyon Lake
Full Day Guided Fishing Tour in Canyon Lake
Top hotels in Downtown San Marcos
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
we didn eat breakfast
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
Nice rooms at a good price.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
Yes
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Malls
The room was very nicely update. The hallways need some attention.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
Staff, rooms, everything was beyond my expectations
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
Good
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Marcos
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.
Dunbar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Dunbar and surrounding area, you can visit San Marcos River and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park.
Heritage
While visiting Heritage, you might make a stop by sights like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Witliff Collections.
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.
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.
