About San Marcos

San Marcos, Texas

A unique blend of old and new, charming and hip, natural and spectacular, San Marcos is home to Texas State University, the fifth largest university in the state, and the San Marcos Outlet Centers, one of Texas’ top tourist attractions.  
 
Known for our natural beauty, San Marcos’ centerpiece is the crystal clear spring-fed San Marcos River, which is great for tubing, snorkeling, canoeing and kayaking and other recreational activities throughout the year.  Take a glass-bottom boat tour at Aquarena Center, and a trek inside the nation’s only earthquake-formed cave at Wonder World Park. 

 If you are looking for bargains, the San Marcos Premium Outlets  and Tanger Outlet Center offer deep discounts and bargains galore throughout the 230 name brand stores.   If you are seeking a slower pace, stroll through our Downtown Historic District.  Unique boutiques, Texas-sized gift shops, a variety of Texas cuisine and nightspots are among the treasures you will discover downtown.   

Conveniently located between Austin and San Antonio, San Marcos truly is in the center of everything.  So no matter where you are, you won’t have far to go.

Explore our wealth of accommodations, museums, dining and nightlife options as you celebrate the seasons of San Marcos.

For a free visitor information packet call 888.200.5620 or email: cvb@sanmarcostexas.com.