Downtown San Marcos Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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

San Marcos Premium Outlets

4.5/5(2 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

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.

Texas State University

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.

Bobcat Stadium

Rio Vista Park

Explore the great outdoors at Rio Vista Park, a lovely green space in San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

Rio Vista Park

Activities

All smiles at Salt Lick!

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Our pick of the best Downtown San Marcos Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
2.5 out of 5
111 Centerpoint Ct, San Marcos, TX
The price is AU$148 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$148
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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! (1,872 reviews)
"Very clean, great smell inside. Easy Parking. The breakfast was great! The room was clean.. especially the shower! Everything looked. Rand new! The beds and pillows were nice and soft. And the view from the top floor at night was beautiful!"

Reviewed on 13 Jan. 2025

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 AU$172 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$172
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. Comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 13 Jan. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos
The Resort at Schlitterbahn
The Resort at Schlitterbahn
3.5 out of 5
305 West Austin St., New Braunfels, TX
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The deer were everywhere and the property was clean"

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

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Wingate by Wyndham New Braunfels
Wingate by Wyndham New Braunfels
2.5 out of 5
245 Fm 306, New Braunfels, TX
The price is AU$139 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$139
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (659 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 14 Jan. 2025

Wingate by Wyndham New Braunfels
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
15295 Highway 35, Bldg 900, Buda, TX
The price is AU$146 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$146
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"No frills, reliable, comfortable and conveniently located. 10/10 would stay here again."

Reviewed on 13 Jan. 2025

Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
2 out of 5
1321 North I-35, San Marcos, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$105 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$105
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
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 ...
5.8/10 (976 reviews)
"Para dormir esta bien, tiene lo básico aunque es demasiado sencillo, para el precio esta bien"

Reviewed on 29 Dec. 2024

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Marcos

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Heritage

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

Heritage
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Rio Vista

While visiting Rio Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Rio Vista Park and San Marcos River.

Rio Vista
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Dunbar

While visiting Dunbar, you might make a stop by sights like Dunbar Park and Calaboose African American History Museum.

Dunbar
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Westover

While there might not be top attractions in Westover, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wonder World 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 Aquarena Center.

Millview East

Downtown San Marcos Travel Guide

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