Title: California State University San Marcos in San Marcos - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

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# California State University San Marcos Tours and Activities

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## Visit California State University San Marcos

Activities

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## Plan a trip to see California State University San Marcos

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### The Sofia Hotel

Downtown San Diego

CA $981

per person

Feb 11 - Feb 15

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Edmonton (YEG) to San Diego (SAN)

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,627 reviews)

Wonderful hotel in the gaslamp District close to everything

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

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### Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Carmel Valley

CA $1,609

per person

Feb 16 - Feb 20

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Vancouver (YVR) to San Diego (SAN)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (914 reviews)

More pickleball courts

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

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### Pacific View Inn

Pacific Beach

CA $1,101

per person

Feb 12 - Feb 17

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Vancouver (YVR) to San Diego (SAN)

7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)

An outstanding stay overall! From the great location to the beach/pier, to awesome restaurants just down the street, to a super professional & courteous Staff, to even the sitting around the firepit for 3hrs, making new friends!!! We will definitely tell everyone & will definitely stay again when visiting family in SoCal!!

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

### Popular places to visit

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#### 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. 

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#### 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. 

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#### 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. 

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#### 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. 

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#### Regal Edwards San Marcos

You can take time to visit Regal Edwards San Marcos during your travels to San Marcos. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area. 

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#### Palomar Medical Center

Though Palomar Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Escondido while you are here. 

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Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

123 E Carmel St San Marcos CA

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Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

517 W San Marcos Blvd San Marcos CA

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227 W San Marcos Blvd San Marcos CA

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Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

1245 Los Vallecitos Blvd San Marcos CA

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 Escondido CA

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Lakehouse Resort

1025 La Bonita Drive San Marcos CA

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 San Marcos CA

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