San Marcos Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit San Marcos
Where to stay in San Marcos

San Elijo Hills
While San Elijo Hills isn't home to many top sights, Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and Stone Brewing are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lakehouse Resort
Clean room,great housekeeping, loved the hotel but unfortunately yhe Italian Restaurant they have there made me the wrong order that was supposed to be gluten free and didn't,and I got sick for 2 out of the 3 days I was there .
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
It's an excellent place for a relaxing vacation d
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Breakfast says complimentary but it is not you must pay everyday. Also you have to pay to park and finding a place to park is a nightmare. Our room was musty, hair stuck to the ceiling in the shower. The tub would fill with water while you showered and then take 30-60 min to drain. Our door key stopped ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Nice location however they had construction going on at the hotel doing Roofing. The room they put us in had a nice view of the scaffolding. They did not tell us there was construction going on and when we brought it to their attention, they said they sent out a mess email which never came to us. ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

The Marbella
Good!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Southern California Beach Club
Everything was great! Always a fun land convenient time. Spring break is always the best for our family
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit

Double Peak Park
After visiting Double Peak Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
California State University San Marcos
Enjoy the student vibe at California State University San Marcos as part of your travels around San Marcos. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
Twin Oaks Golf Club
Play a round of golf in San Marcos at Twin Oaks Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Discover the lively breweries and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Lake San Marcos Executive Course
Play a round of golf at Lake San Marcos Executive Course and enjoy other activities in San Marcos such as surfing. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Palomar College
Walk around the campus at Palomar College as part of your travels around San Marcos. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area or enjoy its surfing spots.
St. Mark Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Lake San Marcos at St. Mark Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively breweries.
Things to do

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental







