Downtown San Marcos Travel Guide
San Marcos
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park during your visit to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
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.
Things to do
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Texas Hill Country BBQ and Wine Tour From Austin (Small Group)
Top hotels in Downtown San Marcos
The Resort at Schlitterbahn
"I did not know that the resort would not supply pool towels. Otherwise everything was amazing and beautiful!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
"Check in clerk was so kind and helpful. Truly a light to a long day. We have stayed at many hotels and the night clerks are never friendly. He was so kind. Beds are so comfy."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos
"Very clean and staff was friendly"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
"The accommodation was great, breakfast was fresh and clean at all times, and someone was always available for assistance. The only issues were that the Internet was very slow and the room key was not working properly."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
"The front desk service staff were friendly. Our rooms were clean. The air conditioning was adequate. The cleaning staff was prompt and detail-oriented. The complimentary breakfast was a little bit to be desired. The pancakes were a little floury, but I appreciated that the pancake machine was on-site ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
"Enjoyed …………….!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
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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 Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and San Marcos River.
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.
