What is San Marcos Like for Family-Friendly Vacations?

If you've been searching for the perfect family-friendly vacation destination, you may want to consider San Marcos. Here you'll find an interesting array of activities sure to appeal to both kids and adults alike. From the shopping to the entertainment choices, San Marcos has lots of things to see and do that everyone will enjoy. Spend a day checking out attractions like San Marcos Premium Outlets, Rio Vista Park and Wonder World. When you're ready to kick back after a day exploring the area with the family, San Marcos has various places to stay, such as family hotels with swimming pools and hotels with suites for families. You can choose from 35 San Marcos accommodations to find one you and the family can appreciate.

What Are Some Places to Stay with Kids in San Marcos?

Our travelers have rated these as their favorite kid-friendly hotels:

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area, an IHG Hotel

3-star hotel with restaurant, near Wonder World
• • Free parking • Free cribs • Free in-room internet • Outdoor pool • Central location



Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South, an IHG Hotel

Hotel with 24-hour fitness center, near San Marcos Premium Outlets
• • Kid's pool • Free parking • Free cribs • Free buffet breakfast • Central location



Secluded, 40-acre Ranch W/private Pool, Washer/dryer, Outdoor Kitchen - Dogs OK!

Family-friendly vacation home with private pool, near San Marcos Premium Outlets
• • In-room kitchens • Arcade



Motel 6 San Marcos, TX - North

2-star motel
• • Free parking • Central location



Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Malls

Walking distance from San Marcos Premium Outlets
• • Free parking • Free cribs • Indoor pool • Free in-room WiFi • Central location

What Should I See and Do with Kids in San Marcos?

You'll find that San Marcos and the surrounding area offers lots of entertaining things to see and do while you're visiting with the kids. Here are some recommendations to make your trip educational and fun:

Parks
• • Rio Vista Park
• • San Marcos City Park
• • Ramon Lucio Park

Museums & Art Galleries
• • Charles S. Cock House Museum
• • Calaboose African American History Museum

Sights & Landmarks
• • San Marcos Premium Outlets
• • Wonder World
• • Strahan Coliseum

Food & Drink
• • Taproom
• • Taqueria El Rancho
• • Cracker Barrel Old Country Store