Rio Vista Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

San Marcos Premium Outlets

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to San Marcos Premium Outlets, a favourite shopping spot in San Marcos. 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

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

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

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

John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park

John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park is just one of the places to see in San Marcos, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park

Activities

All smiles at Salt Lick!

From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle

AU$104
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Austin Glass Bottom Kayak Tour with Olympian

Austin Glass Bottom Kayak Tour with Olympian

AU$76
per adult
Austin Glass Bottom Kayak Tour with Olympian
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Our pick of the best Rio Vista Hotel Deals

Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Red Roof Inn San Marcos

2 out of 5
817 I-35 N, San Marcos, TX
The price is AU$93 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$93
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was clean but it does have a musty smell. I think they should probably rip out the carpets in those places and put new carpet because it is trapping an old odor. Smells like old stale cigarettes"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Red Roof Inn San Marcos
Best Western San Marcos

Best Western San Marcos

2.5 out of 5
917 N I 35, San Marcos, TX
The price is AU$110 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$110
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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 in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (849 reviews)
"Very nice and convenient"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Best Western San Marcos
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

2 out of 5
1005 I 35 N, San Marcos, TX
The price is AU$103 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$103
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions San Marcos Premium Outlets ...
6.4/10 (974 reviews)
"the place was very clean, and the staff were friendly"

Reviewed on 18 July 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham 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 AU$147 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$147
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (2,201 reviews)
Road Trip
"Easy and Quick check in. Staff friendly and very helpful with information and directions to area shopping and dinning. The room was clean and very comfortable. I would stay here again..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
The Resort at Schlitterbahn

The Resort at Schlitterbahn

3.5 out of 5
305 West Austin St., New Braunfels, TX
The price is AU$124 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$124
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,022 reviews)
"Plenty to do even in the off season!"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

The Resort at Schlitterbahn
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Hill Country Resort Canyon LK by IHG

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Hill Country Resort Canyon LK by IHG

3 out of 5
17545 FM 306, Canyon Lake, TX
The price is AU$258 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$258
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Canyon Lake. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (637 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and available. Room was dusty and could have been cleaner, but i didnt complain, so really no opportunity for them to fix it. Price was very reasonable for what i got. Overall not disappointed in my choice."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Hill Country Resort Canyon LK by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Rio Vista

San Marcos showing a statue or sculpture

Downtown San Marcos

While visiting Downtown San Marcos, you might make a stop by sights like San Marcos River and Hays County Historic Courthouse.

Downtown San Marcos
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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
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Heritage

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

Heritage
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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
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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 Cave & Adventure Park and San Marcos River.

Westover

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