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San Marcos, Texas, is a vibrant city that offers a blend of outdoor adventure and college-town spirit, thanks in part to Texas State University. Sports fans can enjoy NCAA Division I action with the Texas State Bobcats, especially football games at Bobcat Stadium, where the energy is contagious during the fall season. The university also boasts competitive basketball and baseball teams, drawing local crowds and alumni support year-round.

For outdoor and water sports enthusiasts, the San Marcos River is a central attraction. Its crystal-clear, spring-fed waters are ideal for tubing, kayaking, and paddleboarding, making it a favorite spot for both locals and tourists. The river's constant 72-degree temperature offers a refreshing escape from the Texas heat, and the surrounding parks provide ample space for picnicking and relaxation.

Tourism in San Marcos is also driven by its unique natural and historical attractions. The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment offers glass-bottom boat tours that showcase the area's rich aquatic life and deep artesian springs. Meanwhile, visitors can explore the Wonder World Cave and Adventure Park, home to a real earthquake-formed cave and quirky family-friendly rides.

No trip to San Marcos is complete without a stop at the San Marcos Premium Outlets, a massive shopping destination with over 140 designer and name-brand stores. Combined with charming downtown boutiques, live music venues, and local eateries, San Marcos blends active fun with laid-back Texas charm, making it a hidden gem for sports lovers and tourists alike.

Tourist Attractions in the San Marcos Area:

The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment (formerly Aquarena Center)
Ride the glass bottom boats and see the plant life and wildlife species that live in the crystal clear San Marcos River.
Wonder World Park - San Marcos, Texas
Explore an earthquake-formed cave and ride to the top of the Tejas Observation Tower.   It is the most visited cave in Texas.
The Commemorative Air Force Exhibit
The World War II artifacts museum is located in a huge wooden World War II hangar and contains weapons, captured documents, uniforms, photos, radios, cameras and aircraft equipments on loan or donated to the Commemorative Air Force.
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort
America's most favorite Waterpark resort in nearby New Braunfels.
Historic Gruene
Tourists' favorite historic town. Go there once, and you will want to go back.
Canyon Lake
Enjoy the water sports available at this 80 mile lake shoreline.
Touring Texas
This web site provides tourist information for the state of Texas with links to over 100 cities and towns throughout Texas.
Natural Bridge Caverns
Texas' largest caverns. Located west of New Braunfels, Texas.
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch 
Take a safari drive thru Texas style. Located west of New Braunfels, Texas.

Things to do in San Marcos:

• The crystal clear water of the San Marcos River offers perfect tubing, swimming, and sunbathing.
• Take a walking or trolley tour of historic San Marcos.
• Enjoy nature watching and photography at its finest.
• Take the glass-bottom boats tour at Aquarena Center.
• Shopping at the world-class factory outlet stores and local tourist stores.
• Antique shopping in the area - some of the best in Texas.
• Dining at the river front or downtown restaurants.
• Visiting Art Centers and Museums.
• A "must" on any tourist’s list is the 246 acres of parks with the San Marcos River running through 150 acres of this parkland.
• New Braunfels and Historic Gruene are only 30 minutes away.
• Canyon Lake with its 80 miles of scenic shoreline is only 45 minutes away.