Rio Vista
San Marcos
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Strahan Coliseum
Catch an event at Strahan Coliseum during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
From Austin: Hill Country BBQ & Wine Shuttle
Top hotels in Rio Vista
Red Roof Inn San Marcos
Best Western San Marcos
The room was clean and quiet, and the stafff were courteous and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
Todo muy bien
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
The Resort at Schlitterbahn
It was off season so we almost had the place to ourselves. Staff was very friendly. No ice machine but otherwise room was comfy, clean, fridge/microwave. Easy parking. We would return on another off season trip
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
Excellent Motels, however, no refrigerator nor microwave in rooms. This is easily look passed considering how close your stay is to downtown San Marcos. Enjoy San Marcos….the Citizens are 10 Toes Texas Constitutionally Down!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸😎
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
Bed sheets given to us from the front desk had strands of hair attached. I had asked for more pillows at the front desk and was told they did not have any. She never left the desk to check either. The bed was super squeaky and uncomfortable. Felt more like a stay at a motel compared to a hotel. I ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rio Vista
Downtown San Marcos
While visiting Downtown San Marcos, you might make a stop by sights like San Marcos River and Texas Music Theater.
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.
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.
Heritage
While visiting Heritage, you might make a stop by sights like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Witliff Collections.
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.
