Downtown San Marcos Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown 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.
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.
Activities
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Our pick of the best Downtown San Marcos Hotel Deals
The Resort at Schlitterbahn
"Fantastic property located close to Schlitterbahn water park. The entire property was clean, modern, and very comfortable."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
"The property itself was good, good location. The problem I had was we left the room on Saturday and let the cleaning people know we didn’t need our room cleaned. We only needed them to leave us towels. Before leaving our room I hung my pajamas on the back of the bathroom door and a towel was hanging ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos
"The staff was really friendly and professional and helpful. Bad super comfortable really nice lines and nice dark, blackout curtains! Had a wonderful day and will recommend to others. Plus a very convenient location. Even though it’s close to the freeway, the room was very quiet."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Braunfels
"Hate to take time to leave a poor review for any business. But $166 for a Hotel advertising an outdoor pool, and it's dark green and closed when you arrive? And our 1st floor room literally has a view of the condemned property next door and a privacy fence 2 feet away. No carpet. Tile floor. And ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
"good"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos
"The property was clean and everything was relatively new. Late night self check in was easy and quick. The only issue I had was the television had intermittent reception issues with the cable broadcast."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in 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.
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.
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.
