Padre Island National Seashore The Padre Island National Seashore is the longest stretch of undeveloped barrier island land in America. This pristine preserve is located in nearby Corpus Christi and sits between the Gulf of Mexico and Laguna Madre. Boasting 70 miles of beaches, prairie, coastal dunes, wind tidal flats, and more, Padre Island is …
Mustang Island State Park Visit Mustang Island State Park, a 3,954-acre park with plenty of opportunities to explore the outdoors throughout the year. Boasting more than five miles of pristine beachfront, Mustang Island State Park is an ideal location to enjoy the beach, kayaking, fishing, swimming, paddle boarding, and more. The park also offers trails …
Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History features collections of South Texas history from throughout the last 500 years, including artifacts and historically significant items. The 45,000-square-foot facility features educational exhibits and programming that documents everything from Native American presence, shipwrecks, arts, interactive sciences, and the region’s …
The USS Lexington Learn about the history of the USS Lexington The USS Lexington also known as “The Blue Ghost” arrived in Corpus Christi beach in 1992 in order to preserve its memory as one of the nation’s most important lines of defense after nearly 50 years. Today, it stands as a symbol of freedom, but …
Texas State Aquarium The Texas State Aquarium will ignite a passion for wildlife in kids and adults, alike. The aquarium features exhibits showcasing flora and fauna of different geographic regions, including the Gulf of Mexico, Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, the Caribbean, and more. The whole family will love learning about the Arctic, coral reef, jungle, and more. The …
