Station guide · SMC

San Marcos by train

Shops and a meal around the courthouse square

San Marcos Intermodal Station is south of the downtown square. The guide stays around downtown rather than assuming a ride to farther-out river attractions.

Times to reach each place are planning allowances from the station, not measured routes. Check directions, opening hours and accessibility before you go.

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The Hays County Courthouse behind leafy trees on San Marcos downtown square. — Hays County CourthousePhoto credit ↗

Places near San Marcos station

food · culture

San Marcos Downtown Square

Browse the blocks around the historic courthouse, look for public art and stop for food. Choose your own pace and a business that is open during the visit window.

20 min walking allowance each way1h 15m suggested visit

The district’s shops and restaurants set their own hours. Courthouse interior access, market dates and meal availability are not verified by this district guide.

The allowance is from the Amtrak/intermodal station to the square. It excludes tubing, Spring Lake tours and transport to other attractions.

Official place information Check walking directions

Source checked 2026-11-05. Times are planning allowances.

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