Rio Vista Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
Bobcat Stadium
Catch an event at Bobcat Stadium during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Top hotels in Rio Vista
Red Roof Inn San Marcos
Yes
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Best Western San Marcos
Was a great location to University. Easy to find.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
The room ok not really clean like last year
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
New updated hotel, rooms look great and the beds were amazing. Ladies at the front desk were super helpful! Great staff! Great Hotel!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
The room was very clean and comfortable and the front desk staff and kitchen staff were so friendly and sweet. We will return soon as we visit Buda frequently. What is your policy on pets? We have a small Yorkie dog that we’d like to take with us next week.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Malls
Clean room
Reviewed on 7 Jan 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 Charles S. Cock House Museum.
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.
