Title: Downtown San Marcos Travel Guide: Best of Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown San Marcos](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-San-Marcos-Hotels.d553248635976470051.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Marcos](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Marcos.d6647.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Marcos](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Marcos.d6647.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown San Marcos Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-San-Marcos.d553248635976470051.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown San Marcos Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-San-Marcos.d553248635976470051.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown San Marcos Travel Guide ## San Marcos ![Aerial View of the College Town of San Marco, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976470051/c2811fcb-dd12-4ab0-828f-4b1ef2c7efa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown San Marcos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6647/3114ce82-3485-4d59-a438-a528051b0c4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown San Marcos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6647/8ef5876f-f47b-4217-aec9-638d02910bc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown San Marcos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6647/fd5816fb-e77c-499e-baaa-7b2cfb6a0b72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown San Marcos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6647/a37aaa62-3724-4bb2-9695-1566b71172f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown San Marcos Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San Marcos travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Marcos.dx6647) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Aerial twilight photo San Marcos Premium Outlets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164097/54cab2f7-5b8a-4cde-92a4-fc611aba00f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Marcos-Premium-Outlets-San-Marcos.d6164097.Attraction) ![Rio Grande River at Big Bend National Park in Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239106/213dd152-bc7a-4235-a40c-e197f201c05f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Vista-Park-San-Marcos.d6239106.Attraction) ![Wind Cave, Borneo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091897/cd5d64e7-59da-43aa-81da-e5d1ccd8e36b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wonder-World-Heritage.d6091897.Attraction) ![Five Mile Dam Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6647/90d07b36-7f75-45b9-9513-cf07abdc3b76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Five-Mile-Dam-Park-San-Marcos.d875845264844546048.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Charles-S-Cock-House-Museum-Downtown-San-Marcos.d6238512.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Texas-Music-Theater-Downtown-San-Marcos.d553248621532643535.Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218497/62c3b0fa-3b91-4404-b126-922ce2b15c9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle £52 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-austin-hill-country-bbq-wine-shuttle.a1218497.activity-details) [See all activities in San Marcos](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Marcos.d6647.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown San Marcos ![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17770000/17770000/17769917/b8c5b7e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall 111 Centerpoint Ct San Marcos TX £78 22 Apr - 23 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,497 reviews) I was disappointed , the floors were very dirty and it looked like the baseboards has never been clean ,underneath the sink was a big hole Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F04%2F2026&endDate=23%2F04%2F2026&selected=17769917&PinnedHotelID=17769917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470051) ![The Resort at Schlitterbahn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121500/5121475/2cee7970_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Resort at Schlitterbahn 305 West Austin St. New Braunfels TX £95 8 Apr - 9 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this 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 clean rooms ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) great, friendly and helpful. Vry clean. I liked the furnished kitchenette. Grandkids loved swimmimg! Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=5121475&PinnedHotelID=5121475&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470051) ![Motel 6 San Marcos, TX](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/986100/986066/e67f5090_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Motel 6 San Marcos, TX 1321 North I-35 San Marcos TX £42 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in San Marcos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 6.4/10 (1,000 reviews) Everything was valid Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=986066&PinnedHotelID=986066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470051) ![Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18180000/18178900/18178886/4e172d88_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites 15295 Highway 35, Bldg 900 Buda TX £72 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Clean rooms, great staff and the breakfast food is good! Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=18178886&PinnedHotelID=18178886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470051) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1866900/1866895/w4257h3836x4y4-c4bb1f5b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center 1001 E Mccarty Ln San Marcos TX £119 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,151 reviews) Clean room, Great breakfast included, complimentary drink when arriving and movie night at the pool was fun my kids enjoyed the free snacks as well. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=1866895&PinnedHotelID=1866895&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470051) ![La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6300/6259/b269b6bd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos 1619 N I 35 San Marcos TX £57 7 Apr - 8 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 6.4/10 (1,000 reviews) Was not what I expected in at all.. not in a great way Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=6259&PinnedHotelID=6259&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470051) [See all 3,282 properties in Downtown San Marcos](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976470051) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Braunfels-Rio-Vista.dx553248635976481506) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Braunfels-Dunbar.dx553248635976470482) ![Aerial View of a large Public University in San Marco, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481490/39c5ef97-b021-4590-91c1-a49b6209fa13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Heritage While visiting Heritage, you might make a stop by sights like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Witliff Collections. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Marcos-Heritage.dx553248635976481490) ![Aerial View of a large Public University in San Marco, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471075/60d2a87b-becf-4a2e-b1b6-25ffbd4c3e5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Braunfels-Westover.dx553248635976471075) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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