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

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

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

All smiles at Salt Lick!

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

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per adult
90% 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,892 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,892
฿3,326 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (2,166 reviews)
"Everything was great"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Hill Country Resort Canyon LK by IHG

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Hill Country Resort Canyon LK by IHG

3 out of 5
17545 FM 306, Canyon Lake, TX
The price is ฿3,321 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿3,321
฿4,065 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Canyon Lake. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (584 reviews)
"The property was very nice, clean and spacious.."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Hill Country Resort Canyon LK by IHG
The Resort at Schlitterbahn

The Resort at Schlitterbahn

3.5 out of 5
305 West Austin St., New Braunfels, TX
The price is ฿3,325 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿3,325
฿3,757 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"I love this place the room was nice people were very helpful I am going back, thank you so much I am blessed"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

The Resort at Schlitterbahn
Wingate by Wyndham New Braunfels

Wingate by Wyndham New Braunfels

2.5 out of 5
245 Fm 306, New Braunfels, TX
The price is ฿2,881 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,881
฿3,255 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (854 reviews)
Great stay
"Property well maintained and clean. Bed was amazingly comfortable. Area was very quiet and close to everything."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Wingate by Wyndham New Braunfels
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

2 out of 5
1321 North I-35, San Marcos, TX
The price is ฿1,685 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿1,685
฿1,938 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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 (1,009 reviews)
"Good price"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

2.5 out of 5
108 N I-35, San Marcos, TX
The price is ฿2,749 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,749
฿3,161 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place !!!!"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
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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