Downtown San Marcos

San Marcos

Aerial View of the College Town of San Marco, Texas
Aerial View of the College Town of San Marco, Texas
One of the best places to swim in Texas. Perfect for young adults that want to showcase their daring dives.
Purgatory hike and bike trail. Best at sunset for gorgeous photos
San Marcos featuring forest scenes and a river or creek

Popular places to visit

Aerial twilight photo San Marcos Premium Outlets

San Marcos Premium Outlets

4.5/5(3 reviews)

During your visit to San Marcos, you can enjoy retail therapy at San Marcos Premium Outlets. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

San Marcos Premium Outlets
Rio Grande River at Big Bend National Park in Texas

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
Wind Cave, Borneo

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.

Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park

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

Things to do

Delicious lunch at Salt Lick

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

S$89
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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
The price is S$118 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
S$118
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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 breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,438 reviews)
Great stay

Reviewed on 25 Jan, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

3 out of 5
2131 N Highway 35 San Marcos TX
The price is S$104 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
S$104
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Great customer service. Clean room. Great price.

Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
1001 E Mccarty Ln San Marcos TX
The price is S$191 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
S$191
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,131 reviews)
Staff super nice

Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
Home2 Suites By Hilton New Braunfels

Home2 Suites By Hilton New Braunfels

3 out of 5
2162 Stephen Place New Braunfels TX
The price is S$139 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
S$139
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Gruene Hall and Schlitterbahn New Braunfels ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
Room missing a few items. Breakfast needs to run a bit longer

Reviewed on 19 Jan, 2026

Home2 Suites By Hilton New Braunfels
Onera Wimberley

Onera Wimberley

4 out of 5
801 Buttercup Lane Wimberley TX
The price is S$387 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
S$387
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Corral Theatre and Blue Hole Regional Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Everything was perfect

Reviewed on 9 Jan, 2026

Onera Wimberley
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, New Braunfels, TX

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, New Braunfels, TX

2.5 out of 5
1483 I-35 North New Braunfels TX
The price is S$118 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
S$118
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Angel the lady who works at the front desk, was very helpful and seeet.

Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, New Braunfels, TX
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Marcos

Journey

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
Aerial View of a large Public University in San Marco, Texas

Heritage

While visiting Heritage, you might make a stop by sights like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Witliff Collections.

Heritage
Aerial View of a large Public University in San Marco, Texas

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