Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Marcos, TX

  • The list below includes 113 free or cheap things to do in or near San Marcos, Texas, including 83 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Venue, Parks, Movie Theaters and River.
  • From San Marcos River to The Meadows Center for Water & the Environment, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Marcos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, Seguin and Wimberley.
  • The list below includes 113 free or cheap things to do in or near San Marcos, Texas, including 83 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Venue, Parks, Movie Theaters and River.
  • From San Marcos River to The Meadows Center for Water & the Environment, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Marcos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, Seguin and Wimberley.
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Recreation Centers 781 Jacobs Creek Park Rd # 2, Canyon Lake, TX 78133 MoreLess Info
The Randolph Recreation Area is a lakeside area with RV camping facilities. The area features a boat launch area, and visitors can swim in the lake. There is also a fully stocked store.
16.8 Miles
89% 180 votes
Canyon Highway 306 West, New Braunfels, TX MoreLess Info
Opening in 1966 by the Army Corps of Engineers, the 8,230-acre Canyon Lake is designed to protect the cities below it from floods. Visitors find opportunities to boat, fish, and swim in the lake, while along its 80 miles of shoreline, people can camp, hike, picnic, and hunt.
16.9 Miles
94% 465 votes
Parks 835 Fredericksburg Road, New Braunfels, TX 78130 MoreLess Info
The 51-acre Landia Park can be explored by walking on the .8-mile walking path, by riding the miniature train, or by paddleboat. Some favorite activities at the park include a playground and an arboretum.
16.9 Miles
93% 40 votes
Specialty Museums 401 W Coll St, New Braunfels, TX 78130 MoreLess Info
Offering a wealth of information about the establishment of New Braunfels and its surrounding area, The Sophienburg contains numerous historical artifacts and memorabilia. The museum is also home to a gift shop where souvenirs are sold.
17.0 Miles
79% 29 votes
History Museums 4831 FM 2673, Canyon Lake, TX 78133 MoreLess Info
Open to the public in 2000, the Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country preserves the history of this area from Prehistoric times through today. The museum features a collection of over 350 dinosaur tracks, native American history, and more.
17.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Beaches Canyon Park Road, Canyon Lake, TX 78133 MoreLess Info
Canyon Park Beach is located on the north shore of Canyon Lake, and is available to visitors between April and September each year. Visitors can camp at the nearby Canyon Park, and can swim, bike, hike, or fish.
17.2 Miles
92% 166 votes
Children's Museums 801 West San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130 MoreLess Info
The McKenna Children's Museum is designed to help children use all their senses. Some popular areas of the museum include the Grocery Store, Hill country campgrounds, Lend-a-Hand ranch, New BraunFit, The Great Outdoors, Town Square, Kid's Clinic, Art Studio and Aquarium.
17.3 Miles
83% 6 votes
Bowling 1202 Huisache Avenue, New Braunfels, TX 78130 MoreLess Info
A 30,000-square-foot bowling center, Fiesta Lanes features 36 synthetic lanes along with a sports lounge and a grill. The center also offers a pro shop, party hosting, arcade games, adult beverages and pool tables.
17.5 Miles
52% 25 votes
Mountains 5300 Mt. Sharp Road, Wimberley, TX 78676 MoreLess Info
Lookout Mountain is a hiking site that offers guests the chance to take in views of the surrounding area at the top. The location also features a cave, which can be access by hiking up the mountain.
17.6 Miles
73% 51 votes
Marinas Marinasshim280 Marina Drive, Canyon Lake, TX 78133 MoreLess Info
Canyon Lake Marina has all the amenities you can ask for to insure that you enjoy your time boating on Canyon Lake. Features ample slips, fully-stocked ship store with all the supplies you might need, fuel, and a full-service restaurant.
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