5/5 - Excellent
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San Marcos, TX
Travel Guide
Visit San Marcos
Where to stay in San Marcos
Rio Vista
3/5(37 area reviews)
While Rio Vista might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Marcos River and Strahan Coliseum.
Downtown San Marcos
If you're spending some time in Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos River and Charles S. Cock House Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Dunbar
When in Dunbar, you can plan a visit to Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and San Marcos River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Heritage
4.5/5(3 area reviews)
While visiting Heritage, you might make a stop by sights like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Witliff Collections.
Westover
When in Westover, you can plan a visit to Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and San Marcos River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Millview East
When in Millview East, you can plan a visit to Bobcat Stadium and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
111 Centerpoint Ct, San Marcos, TX
The price is SAR 348 per night from May 19 to May 20
SAR 348
SAR 400 total
19 May - 20 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,026 reviews)
"The pool was horrible. Everything else was fine."
Reviewed on 15 May 2025
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
1321 North I-35, San Marcos, TX
The price is SAR 180 per night from May 18 to May 19
SAR 180
SAR 207 total
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in San Marcos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6/10 (1,004 reviews)
mediocre motel
"there needs to be significant renovations to the outside and some in the room itself. the beds were paper thin and very uncomfortable. we did not get clean towels for our 2nd night. overall, it's a motel 6 so we didn't expect much."
Reviewed on 30 April 2025
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
108 N I-35, San Marcos, TX
The price is SAR 316 per night from May 27 to May 28
SAR 316
SAR 363 total
27 May - 28 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"I needed some toiletries, tide and dryer sheets. The staff was very helpful and everything was at a decent price."
Reviewed on 11 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
San Marcos 5 Bedroom Home w Pool Half Acre Slps 12
San Marcos
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly vacation home in San Marcos. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions San Marcos Premium Outlets ...
Wonderful
"Clean, modern, spacious and really close to TXSU. Pool was very nice. All the amenities you’d need, even pool towels. We had a great time. Everyone had a bed and there was lots of room. Checking in was easy and communication went great too. We loved this house and will definitely stay here again ..."
Reviewed on 30 April 2025
Mission Hill Apartments By Barsala
2745 Westpointe Dr, New Braunfels, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Comal River and Schlitterbahn ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (55 reviews)
"The apartment was great. It had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Our only complaint was the checking in procedure which was extremely difficult. I had not received any check-in instructions via email and thought that it would be available when we arrived but it took us a long time via ..."
Reviewed on 15 May 2025
Postcard Cabins Hill Country
1405 Pump Station Rd, Wimberley, TX
Stay at this cabin in Wimberley. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attraction Jacob's Well Natural Area is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Perfect little space for a peaceful getaway"
Reviewed on 13 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
San Marcos Premium Outlets
4.5/5(645 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to San Marcos Premium Outlets, a favorite shopping spot in San Marcos. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Texas State University
4.5/5(396 reviews)
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Texas State University, during your trip to San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Rio Vista Park
4.5/5(10 reviews)
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.
Bobcat Stadium
4/5(12 reviews)
Catch an event at Bobcat Stadium during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park
4/5(25 reviews)
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Strahan Coliseum
4.5/5(7 reviews)
Catch an event at Strahan Coliseum during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Reviews of San Marcos
4.4
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
I love San Marcos is a beautiful place to go with you family and friends
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Love the city itself but this I dont expect or want b to smell mold as soon as I enter a room!
4/5 - Good
Ross
Traffic intersections are a bit odd. Like some traffic engineer was told, "you can't do that"!! They said, "wanna bet"!!
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
San Marcos is busy, but nearby Gruene was our destination and we greatly enjoyed it!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
The Sons Blue River Camp is a MUST SEE when down in San Marcos
- San Marcos Premium Outlets
- Texas State University
- San Marcos River
- Rio Vista Park
- Bobcat Stadium
- Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park
- Strahan Coliseum
- John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park
- San Marcos City Park
- Aquarena Springs Museum
- Meadows Center for Water and the Environment
- San Marcos Academy Baseball Field
- Sewell Park
- Bobcat Ballpark
- Charles S. Cock House Museum
- Texas Music Theater
- Ramon Lucio Park
- Central Texas Wing of the Commemorative Air Force
- Redwood Arena
- Bobcat Softball Stadium
- Bobcat Soccer Complex
- Three Dudes Winery
- Young County Arena
- Quail Creek Golf Club
- Dunbar Park
- Calaboose African American History Museum
- Baptist Academy San Marocs Football Field
- Witliff Collections