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San Marcos Travel Guide

San Marcos is a coastal Californian city bordered by other great places of interest such as Vistas and Carlsbad. If you're a foodie, San Marcos is the destination for you -- it's said that the city has the best food and restaurants in the whole state of California! There are also plenty of picturesque parks and open spaces to enjoy nature and have a picnic, making San Marcos a wonderful getaway spot for families. With beaches, water sports, golf courses, a wide selection of vacation rentals, and tasty cusine, what more could you need in a holiday?

Things to Do in San Marcos

One of the best things to do in San Marcos is visit Discovery Lake. This lake is great for kids and nature lovers who can explore and make the most of the amenities. Visitors can also go fishing here, have fun on the playground, or tuck into a picnic at the designated areas. If you're eager to get active, you can also explore the trails which start around Discovery Lake.

Traveling with your significant other? Take a romantic gondola ride across the waters and feel like you're in Venice. Most gondolas can fit up to four people and include music sung by the gondoliers. For an equally romantic but more adrenaline-pumping activity, climb aboard a hot air ballon to see the citys from a bird's eye view. The sights are breathtaking and ceate a truly unforgettable experience.

To explore beyond San Marcos, check out Carlsbad, an amazing seaside town with great beaches and plenty of things to do including surfing, swimming, paddle boarding, sailing, snorkeling. Visitors can also join boat rides, fishing tours, and even a biplane ride!

The beautiful white sand beaches in San Marcos are made even more special in migratory season from mid April through to November when killer whales, hunchback whales, dolphins, and blue whales are all visible. Make the most of this season with a whale-watching tour and remember to bring a fully-charged camera!

Best Places to Stay in San Marcos

The best areas to stay are in the Hill Country district and Lake San Marcos where visitors can enjoy nature as well as access to cafes and stores. There are a lot of great vacation rental properties in San Marcos, along with hotels and locally-run spots like the San Marcos River Inn. Most vacation rentals in the city are pet-friendly so you can bring your furry pal with you.

Best Time to Visit San Marcos

In San Marcos the weather is typically warm, clear, and dry, with an average temperature of 67 degrees. However, in the summer months the temperatures sit around 77 degrees. There is a heavy rainfall in February and March so if you're planning outdoor adventures, it's best to avoid this time.

June and July is most popular, as the weather is pleasant and the whale migracion season occurs.

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Price and Availability in San Marcos

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The cheapest day to stay at a vacation rental in San Marcos tends to be Tuesday, while the most expensive day tends to be Friday. Vacation homes in San Marcos tend to be busiest on Saturdays, while it tends to be much quieter on Tuesdays.
The most expensive month to stay in a vacation rental in San Marcos is in July, while the cheapest month is in April. The most popular time to book a vacation rental in San Marcos is in the high season in July. San Marcos has its low season in November, when less people are visiting and the vacation home occupancy rate drops.
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The Weather in San Marcos

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This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in San Marcos. The warmest months in San Marcos are April and May, when temperatures reach 115 ˚F. The coolest month is November, when temperatures drop to 34 ˚F. The wettest month in San Marcos is October with 5.25 inches of rain, while the driest month is August with 0.02 inches of rain.

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Vacation Rentals in San Marcos

At AllTheRooms.com we have rentals from all of your favorite providers - Airbnb, Priceline, Agoda and many more. We have 265 vacation rentals, hotels and other places to stay in San Marcos ranging from cheap options to luxury places to stay. A trip to San Marcos can be budget-friendly - the lowest price rental is available at $20 per night. An average rental in San Marcos costs on average $219 a night.

Those looking to get some work done during their trip to San Marcos can pick from 157 places to stay that provide WiFi. 37 of our accommodations come with breakfast in the price. Fitness fanatics can get a workout in during their stay by choosing from 20 accommodations that have gym facilities. If you are driving to San Marcos, you'll want to pick from 153 places to stay that provide parking. We have 63 accommodations that have a pool or jacuzzi.

Those traveling with a dog, cat or some other animal can stay in one of 31 accommodations that are designated as pet-friendly.

174 of the accommodations in San Marcos have been rated by previous guests. They rated 66% as excellent or good. 91 places to stay in are instantly bookable.

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