With the San Marcos River at 72-degrees temperature year-round, bring your bathing suit for a dip in the river! The weather doesn’t matter in San Marcos, TX.
When I decided to write about San Marcos, I needed advice, since my one short trip through the town years ago lacked details. I contacted the City of San Marcos. The person who answered referred me to Sara Smith, Destination Services Marketing Specialist. San Marcos must be a friendly community, as her helpfulness provided me with extraordinary information.
Sara said, “San Marcos has a colorful and energetic vibe with a little bit of the unexpected – especially when it comes to our local food scene. Bold flavors and creative twists are the norm, making every meal just as much of an adventure as the city itself. Whether you’re exploring the outdoors, catching nightly live music, discovering unique attractions, or hitting the outlet malls, the flavors of San Marcos are the perfect way to round out the experience.”
With Texas State University in town, prices are reasonable. Check the internet for delicious choices, most with reviews to help with your decisions. Favorites, like Texas Roadhouse and Saltgrass, are nearby, too.
In addition to the beautiful Rio Visit Park shown above, you might enjoy Wonder World and Park, with praises for its fascinating activities. Their cave was discovered in 1893. Current visitors arrive from near and far for fun and education. The venue includes the cave, a theme park with wildlife, a “train” to drive visitors around the park, plus an “anti-gravity” experience.
They maintain different fees for the four adventures, but you may buy an all-day ticket for $32.95 with a $5 discount if you are over sixty-five. Tours last two hours.
You may want more than one event. Kristen Williams, Owner and Operator, shared with me that “the steps and rails keep the experience exciting and safe.” Since the Anti-Gravity Experience is advertised for “thrill-seekers of all ages, who navigate through rooms that defy the laws of gravity,” it would be fun, unless you would prefer a little less fear in your lifetime.
Texas State University shares the Wittliff Collections with a multitude of displays, all free. Appreciate Texas history, world class art, photographs, music and theater. The current collections last through May 16, 2025. For examples, find information about Willie Nelson or glorious Mexican photography. The Witliff Collections are located at 601 University Drive on the 7th floor of the Albert B. Alkek Library. The Plan Your Visit page of their website offers directions, the parking area, hours and phone number.
Do your own research, as San Marcos offers innumerable adventures every day. Maybe it’s just fine to bring the bathing suit whenever you visit! You decide.
Thanks for the assistance and use of the photos in this article to:
Sara Smith
Marketing Specialist – Destination Services | Visit San Marcos
617 IH 35 North, San Marcos, TX 78666
512.393.5935
