The San Marcos Premium Outlets is the largest outlet shopping destination in Texas, the third-largest in the world, and has two connected outlet malls that have expanded to cover more than 350 stores on 30 acres of retail space. The spectacular shopping mecca boasts an efficient, sprawling layout that allows tens of thousands of shoppers to stroll the specialty shops, eat in any of the restaurants, or dozens of food court options and food stands scattered throughout the retail site. The outlets are popular for sidewalk sales, especially during major holidays like July 4, Memorial Day, Labor Day weekends, and holiday shopping events.
Stroll through the Bremond Block Historic District for a glimpse into the opulent homes of Victorian-era movers and shakers of Austin. The 11 historic homes were constructed from the 1850s to 1910.
Maximize your fun by checking out the Disneyland of paintball at Texas Paintball, where you can play on 40 acres of land, ranging from modern Airball setups, and forested fields to fields with two-story buildings, towers, and other props. Which battlefield will you be brave enough to choose? Will it be the Sawmill, touted as one of the best scenario fields in the nation? Or Counter-Strike that is laid out perfectly for a thrilling game of Capture the Fort? How about Airball, primarily used for tournaments and other competitions where your heart rapidly pumps while hiding for cover behind bunkers inflated with air and returning fire on the opposing team? Whichever battlefield you choose, you will experience the massive adrenaline, the increasing camaraderie amongst friends, and the stress relief you need after a long day's work.