Downtown San Marcos
San Marcos
Visit Downtown San Marcos
Popular places to visit
Five Mile Dam Park
Five Mile Dam Park is just one of the places to see in San Marcos, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Hays County Historic Courthouse
You can learn about the history of San Marcos with a stop at Hays County Historic Courthouse.
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.
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.
Things to do
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Top hotels in Downtown San Marcos
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
Lovely girl checked me in. Room was great. Breakfast great. Overall very impressed compared to other places I stayed at on a 3 week trip.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Enjoyed the short get away to attend the TXST home football game. LQ delivered our needs for an overnight stay.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
Cleanliness and friendly staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Romantic Luxury Cabin! Has it all Hot tub, Fireplace, Gorgeous Views!!!
Jacuzzi was clean as well as the house. The decorations were nice.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
Clean room very spacious, friendly staff. Great value!!! Continental breakfast option was large as well.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
The Resort at Schlitterbahn
Great price for the space during off season , only thing was a roach in the jacuzzi. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Marcos
Heritage
While visiting Heritage, you might make a stop by sights like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Witliff Collections.
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 San Marcos River and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park.
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.
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.
