San Marcos Things to Do

  •   Blanco River
    by klasher
  •   Things to Do
    by deeper_blue
  •   Hays County Courthouse
    by Djinn76

Most Viewed Things to Do in San Marcos

  • Aquarena Springs, San Marcos

    1. Aquarena Springs

    The old Aquarena Springs on Spring Lake that boasted beautifully manicured & landscaped grounds with a well managed program that controlled non-native plant growth in the lake is history. The Texas...   more
  • San Marcos River, San Marcos

    2. San Marcos River

    This is one of the major attraction of the area, either you just stroll along or decide to do something more wet!! I was there in november but apparently tube renting is very popular during the...   more
  • Hays County Courthouse, San Marcos

    3. Hays County Courthouse

    This is one of the major piece of architecture in San Marcos. The Hays County was created in 1848 and named in honor of Capt. Jack C. Hays, a noted Indian fighter and Texas Ranger. Restored to its...   more
  • Blanco River, San Marcos

    4. Blanco River

    A nice park on the Blanco River during the week. There are only a few choice spots right on the water with trees for shade and easy access to the water. Get there early to score a spot! Beware the...   more
  • Southwest Texas State University, San Marcos

    5. Southwest Texas State University

    Southwest Texas State University (SWT is recognised as one of the top 3 public universities in Texas. It was established in 1899 and has expanded into the 7th largest public university in the state....   more
  • First United Methodist Church, San Marcos

    6. First United Methodist Church

    First United Methodist Church is a Victorian Gothic styled church was completed in 1893 and has been serving congregations since that time. In 1939, 20 stained glass windows were added as memorials to...   more
  • River Road, San Marcos

    7. River Road

    River Road on the East side of 35 provides a nice refuge from the crowds and a quiet place to throw a ball to your dogs in the river off season. This area is pretty packed during the summer as it is...   more
  • Historic District, San Marcos

    8. Historic District

  • Small Town Main Square, San Marcos

    9. Small Town Main Square

    As in all these small towns, the main square is the heart where various activities during the year are held. This part of the city is listed in the National...   more
  • Visit the earthquake formed..., San Marcos

    10. Visit the earthquake formed...

    Visit the earthquake formed cave at Wonder World.Though Wonder World is just blocks from my house, I have never visited but it seems to be a very interesting...   more
  • Pool parties, San Marcos

    11. Pool parties

    San Marcos is a student town and is the place to go for pool parties. Have a swim, shoot some hoops, sink some beer, before getting into the hot tub with the...   more
  • The First Baptist Church, San Marcos

    12. The First Baptist Church

    The present church has been completed in 1928. By chance, I passed there on a sunday morning, at mass time, it was amazing to see this huge parking in front of...   more
  • The First United Methodist Church, San Marcos

    13. The First United Methodist Church

    This is the fist church in Hays County. Built in 1893, the actual building is indeed the third one erected on this site. This is a good example of Gothic...   more
  • Two Little Pals, San Marcos

    14. Two Little Pals

    These two little pals were inseperable even when it came to fetching the stick in the river... they were having such a great time retrieving the stick over and...   more
  • Go shopping at the outlet..., San Marcos

    15. Go shopping at the outlet...

    Go shopping at the outlet malls just outside of town. It's the largest outlet mall in the state!I work here at a furniture store called Cassona Home...   more

  • San Marcos Hotels

    33 Hotels in San Marcos

    122 Reviews and Opinions

  • Ask a Question

    Got a question about San Marcos? Get an answer from our Location locals and frequent travelers
Fun things to do in San Marcos
  • Show Prices
  • Show Prices
  • Show Prices
  • Show Prices

View all San Marcos hotels

Comments

Save up to 50% off Hotels Everyday
Expedia.com Photos, Reviews and the Guaranteed Lowest Prices
Save up to 50% on hotels.
Hotwire.com Hotwire: Get a 4-star hotel for a 2-star price.

Sponsored Links

San Marcos Travel Guide

San Marcos Things to Do

Reviews and photos of San Marcos things to do posted by real travelers and locals. The best tips for San Marcos sightseeing.

San Marcos Things to Do Map

Map of San Marcos

Experience San Marcos

  • 66 Tips
  • 60 Photos
  • 38 members live here

Best Hotels

Best VT Value Hotels

Highest Satisfaction Hotels

View all San Marcos hotels

Top San Marcos Writers

ATXtraveler profile photo

Oldest Inhabited Spot in Northern Hemisphere?

 This is reportedly the longest continually inhabited location in the Northern Hemisphere according to Wikipedia. Sarah and I did not stay that long, so we will just give you a small look at what we...... 

keeweechic profile photo

Keeweechic's San Marcos

 San Marcos lies in Hays County at the edge of the Hill Country. Studies have proven San Marcos to be one of the oldest continuously inhabited sites in North America. There is evidence of Native... 

Djinn76 profile photo

Not only for shopping...

 About 50 miles south of Austin,on the way to San Antonio, you would probably go to San Marcos because you have heard of its huge factory outlet centers. True that this is rather amazing and it would... 

KenMore profile photo

San Marcos, Tx

 I am a graduate of Southwest Texas State University! This is the home of Southwest Texas State University! It's a charming little town located on Interstate Highway 35 between Austin and San... 

haimee profile photo

San Marcos

 San Marcos has been my home for nearly four years now while attending Southwest Texas State University. It's a small town in the heart of the hill country about half-way between Austin and San... 

View all rated pages

View newest pages

Build your own San Marcos page

Click here for best deals for San Marcos

Book now for big savings!
Hotels.com Outstanding choice of hotels all over the world at fantastic prices.
Save money, Book now !
Booking.com Excellent choice, Low rates
Hotels Up to 50% off!
www.priceline.com Great Low Prices, Pictures, and Guest Reviews. Book Now!
Great Rooms. Great Rates.
Travelocity Hotel rooms at up to 50% off. 

Sponsored Links