Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in San Marcos February 2026 | Expedia.ca [San Marcos Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Marcos.dx55946)[Hotels in San Marcos](https://expedia.ca/San-Marcos-Hotels.d55946.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Marcos](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Marcos.d55946.Travel-Guide-Flights)[San Marcos Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-San-Marcos.d55946.Car-Rental-Guide)[San Marcos Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/San-Marcos.d55946.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in San Marcos, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit San Marcos Types of activities Where to stay [San Marcos travel guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Marcos.dx55946) ![California State San Marcos, California, USA. This is a 4 image aerial panoramic.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55946/65cbdc81-51fc-4f5f-8184-755d2280da3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![California State San Marcos, California, USA. This is a 4 image aerial panoramic.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55946/65cbdc81-51fc-4f5f-8184-755d2280da3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake San Marcos, San Marcos, California, USA. This is an aerial 8 image panoramic. San Marcos is in North County San Diego. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55946/c68930e3-971c-47b1-9201-d01ad4ae886b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Telescope on the summit of the Double Peak Park in San Marcos. 200 acre park featuring a play area and hiking trails that lead to a summit.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55946/c1b37489-32eb-4c8b-b5d4-ad448306304b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of San Marcos neighborhood with houses and street during sunny day, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55946/c427ed9b-35e5-46a5-b8fc-1d32bee5c5b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## San Marcos Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that San Marcos has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours San Marcos is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in San Marcos to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### San Marcos Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of San Marcos. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to San Marcos attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in San Marcos ### Tours & day trips [See all 36 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44925094/a39b4755-075d-4a08-81e0-eed0e4c82bfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards 6h 10/10 18 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $334 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/chauffeured-adventure-to-local-san-diego-vineyards.a44925094.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4998302/c828c697-f673-4566-8575-10dff191521b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego 1h 30m 9/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $57 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/heritage-park-old-town-walking-ghost-tour-in-san-diego.a4998302.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218331/0c571b30-bf1e-423a-b10b-dc018beadc4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting 3h 9.8/10 132 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48014179/2913330e-0f4b-475f-ac5f-85d973c8f530.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental Free cancellation available CA $54 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-beach-cruiser-full-day-bike-rental.a48014179.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50707667/9f427c42-0dcc-48ed-9eba-349b7051c077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours 3h Free cancellation available CA $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-private-afternoon-tea-tours.a50707667.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50712228/caf287fc-8f40-4311-a27a-1f7aa6af1db6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea 2h Free cancellation available CA $20 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-a-self-guided-walking-tour-of-the-village-by-the-sea.a50712228.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48165271/65d19ed5-bd6d-404f-ba37-ab0c1e87e0a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental Free cancellation available CA $27 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-full-day-skimboard-rental.a48165271.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48290375/e2c862f9-c282-4a98-96d2-d1930538c067.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals Free cancellation available CA $34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-surfboard-rentals.a48290375.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Paranormal Investigation History & Ghost Tour Old Town San Diego](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45055755/2a978fdc-cc51-4554-af35-0c272a3929a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paranormal Investigation History & Ghost Tour Old Town San Diego 1h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/paranormal-investigation-history-ghost-tour-old-town-san-diego.a45055755.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/700842/167c3fbb-b9de-4f99-b69a-d4c981862c74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental 3h 9.8/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $88 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See 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selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-e-bike-tour-to-torrey-pines-or-north-coast.a48225588.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Full Day Private SD Tour from Carlsbad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50707551/8804995a-66c1-4365-aaa8-b8f111023bfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private SD Tour from Carlsbad 7h 30m Free cancellation available CA $259 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-sd-tour-from-carlsbad.a50707551.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Escondido](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50717529/11d57b43-bb20-4b52-86f4-ae8b033b5f0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Escondido 8h Free cancellation available CA $407 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-escondido.a50717529.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Carlsbad Seaside Village Private Tour from Los Angeles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50702536/76926de1-0155-4538-a41b-16291e1cfb45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Seaside Village Private Tour from Los Angeles 9h Free cancellation available CA $1,071 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-seaside-village-private-tour-from-los-angeles.a50702536.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Fallbrook](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50801027/83a9fa88-de2e-4675-b228-7c7b089159bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Fallbrook 6h 30m Free cancellation available CA $262 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-fallbrook.a50801027.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Carlsbad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50717284/14834e6c-08f0-48c1-b199-d33bb68d07ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Carlsbad 8h Free cancellation available CA $383 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-carlsbad.a50717284.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Encinitas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50712159/af4763f2-657e-4973-8e13-d14c55255fe7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Encinitas 8h Free cancellation available CA $407 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-encinitas.a50712159.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Full Day Private SD Tour from Encinitas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50722715/299ba6f1-6b3c-448b-af18-fbb6cb4e14cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private SD Tour from Encinitas 7h 30m Free cancellation available CA $253 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-sd-tour-from-encinitas.a50722715.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Bonsall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50821468/adf96475-c751-4813-9bd5-6ce24c96cf88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Bonsall 6h Free cancellation available CA $262 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-bonsall.a50821468.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48165271/65d19ed5-bd6d-404f-ba37-ab0c1e87e0a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental Free cancellation available CA $27 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-full-day-skimboard-rental.a48165271.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48290375/e2c862f9-c282-4a98-96d2-d1930538c067.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals Free cancellation available CA $34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-surfboard-rentals.a48290375.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44896034/6d56dc32-4cea-4779-9154-29945e62656a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr 2h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $149 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-hours-private-surf-lessons-in-solana-beach.a44896034.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Solana Beach: Private Surf Lesson with Board and Wetsuit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48257123/c1d56d7c-fa9d-409d-b31f-1cbc5d14a571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Private Surf Lesson with Board and Wetsuit 2h 10/10 12 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $163 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-private-surf-lesson-with-board-and-wetsuit.a48257123.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Solana Beach: Full Day Surf Board Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44649046/51aa6ea2-e6b0-4ba7-94a7-19e0f50a5364.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Full Day Surf Board Rental 1d Free cancellation available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-full-day-surf-board-rental.a44649046.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45915770/3d2b9d26-d581-4aaa-8f55-f6c53093dee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons 1h 30m 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $163 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/leucadia-beach-surf-lessons.a45915770.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lesson in North San Diego](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5062362/771cffcd-2368-4ac8-9fe4-65e91495b773.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lesson in North San Diego 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $143 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-north-san-diego.a5062362.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Solana Beach: Stand-up Paddle Board Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48374950/e17ad729-8b17-4460-9227-52c5372e6e71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Stand-up Paddle Board Rental 11h Free cancellation available CA $54 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-stand-up-paddle-board-rental.a48374950.activity-details?&rid=55946&location=San+Marcos&swp=off) 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_55946) ## Recommended things to do in San Marcos | Number of things to do | 43 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details): CA $11 | | Top 5 things to do | [LEGOLAND® California Resort](/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details)[San Diego Zoo Safari Park](/things-to-do/san-diego-zoo-safari-park.a169462.activity-details)[Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details)[Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental](/things-to-do/solana-beach-full-day-skimboard-rental.a48165271.activity-details)[Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals](/things-to-do/solana-beach-surfboard-rentals.a48290375.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details)[Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego](/things-to-do/heritage-park-old-town-walking-ghost-tour-in-san-diego.a4998302.activity-details)[Paranormal Investigation History & Ghost Tour Old Town San Diego](/things-to-do/paranormal-investigation-history-ghost-tour-old-town-san-diego.a45055755.activity-details)[Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details)[Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr](/things-to-do/2-hours-private-surf-lessons-in-solana-beach.a44896034.activity-details) | | With kids | [LEGOLAND® California Resort](/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details)[San Diego Zoo Safari Park](/things-to-do/san-diego-zoo-safari-park.a169462.activity-details)[Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego](/things-to-do/heritage-park-old-town-walking-ghost-tour-in-san-diego.a4998302.activity-details)[Paranormal Investigation History & Ghost Tour Old Town San Diego](/things-to-do/paranormal-investigation-history-ghost-tour-old-town-san-diego.a45055755.activity-details)[Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details) | ## What to do in San Marcos --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in San Marcos ![Scenic Mountain View from Double Peak Park, San Diego, San Marcos, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532638724/a17b782b-9910-46c1-9c13-2209fe0c65eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Double Peak Park 5/5(1 review) After visiting Double Peak Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively breweries. [](https://expedia.ca/Double-Peak-Park-San-Marcos.d553248621532638724.Vacation-Attraction) #### California State University San Marcos Walk around the campus at California State University San Marcos during your visit to San Marcos. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/California-State-University-San-Marcos-San-Marcos.d553248633978679959.Vacation-Attraction) #### Twin Oaks Golf Club Play a round of golf in San Marcos at Twin Oaks Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Twin-Oaks-Golf-Club-San-Marcos.d553248621532638732.Vacation-Attraction) #### Palomar College Explore the campus of Palomar College as part of your travels around San Marcos. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Palomar-College-San-Marcos.d553248633978679882.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lake San Marcos Executive Course Play a round of golf at Lake San Marcos Executive Course and enjoy other activities in San Marcos such as surfing. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-San-Marcos-Executive-Course-San-Marcos.d553248621532638722.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Mark Golf Club Play a round of golf in Lake San Marcos at St. Mark Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively breweries. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Mark-Golf-Club-San-Marcos.d553248621532638723.Vacation-Attraction) #### Montiel Dog Park After visiting Montiel Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Montiel-Dog-Park-San-Marcos.d906193653260001280.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hollandia Dog Park After visiting Hollandia Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Hollandia-Dog-Park-San-Marcos.d906158511606824960.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lucky Strike San Marcos You can take time to visit Lucky Strike San Marcos during your travels to San Marcos. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Lucky-Strike-San-Marcos-San-Marcos.d937304726236930048.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of San Marcos ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Elijo Hills While San Elijo Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and Stone Brewing. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Marcos-San-Elijo-Hills.dx553248635976008450) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from San Marcos ![Entire view of a residential area from Double Peak Park in San Marcos, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7493/aa0e328e-203c-4e85-a2a0-2a9ef8edff25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vista ![La Costa Valley; Shutterstock ID 647691196; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7846/46d22130-0363-4ec6-b6d6-4a708bfad37e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Encinitas ![DYARBW Lake Hodges Dam. 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