Rio Vista Travel Guide
San Marcos
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.
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.
Bobcat Stadium
Catch an event at Bobcat Stadium during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Half-Day Hill Country Wine Shuttle From Austin
Guided Stand Up Paddleboard Tour of San Marcos River
Guided Fishing Trip on Canyon Lake
Full Day Guided Fishing Tour in Canyon Lake
Top hotels in Rio Vista
Red Roof Inn San Marcos
"stains on the sheets/bedspreads; 1 cockroach friend; rusty TP holder; broken toilet seat; not enough towels or pillows; broken mini-fridge (freeze-leak-freeze cycles) ; room doors don't shut properly; side entrance to be accessed w/key, never locked/shut tight - open to the wide world; walkway to ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Best Western San Marcos
"Old property. Had an incident but front desk staff was extremely helpful and had no issues giving me credit. His name was Johnny and his customer service was great."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Resort at Schlitterbahn
"This is consistently my preferred destination. The staff members are personable and amiable, and the rooms offer ample space. I thoroughly enjoy staying here during both peak and off-peak seasons."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
"Everything great"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos
"Room was clean. Staff was great stay was wonderful. It’s a wonderful place to be at. I’d like to security the doors have and like I said the workers were just so great and I will say there anytime I go back."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
"Nice place staff was great"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rio Vista
Downtown San Marcos
While visiting Downtown San Marcos, you might make a stop by sights like San Marcos River and Hays County Historic Courthouse.
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.
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.
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.
