Cinnamon Shore Travel Guide

Corpus Christi

PORT ARANSAS, TX - 9 FEB 2023: Young surfer carries a surfboard on the beach, near the water of the Gulf of Mexico and a pier, in evening light.
Port Aransas, USA, aerial city view of Port Aransas Ferry Landing area located on Mustang Island at Gulf of Mexico with infrastructure for ferry landing
aerial city view of Port Aransas located on Mustang Island at Gulf of Mexico with Ocean's Edge Hotel

Popular places to visit

Walkway to the beach in Port Aransas, Texas

Port Aransas Beach

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Port Aransas Beach, a popular beach in Port Aransas. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Port Aransas Beach
Colorful yellow, orange sunrise at the beach, reflected in crystal lens ball on a stand glass photography ball reflecting the colors of the sunrise at North Padre Island National Seashore in Texas

North Padre Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Padre Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?

North Padre Island Beach
panoramic aerial landscape view of Port Aransas located on Mustang Island at Gulf of Mexico during a sunny day

Mustang Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mustang Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?

Mustang Island Beach
Texas State Aquarium

Texas State Aquarium

Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Texas State Aquarium during your travels in Corpus Christi. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Texas State Aquarium
A fine sandy beach in South Padre Island, Texas

Whitecap Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Whitecap Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.

Whitecap Beach
Seagull Lifting Off Reflections at Mustang Island State Park

Mustang Island State Park

You can take time to visit Mustang Island State Park during your travels to Corpus Christi. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Mustang Island State Park

Things to do

Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket

Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket

฿324
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
Glowing Kayak Tour Rockport - Little Bay

GlowRow Glowing Kayak Tour Rockport - Little Bay

฿1,941
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
GlowRow Glowing Kayak Tour Rockport - Little Bay
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Top hotels in Cinnamon Shore

Connor's Cove TC 10203

Connor's Cove TC 10203

4 out of 5
190 Social Circle, #203 Port Aransas TX
Stay at this apartment in Port Aransas. Enjoy free parking, a business centre and concierge services. Popular attractions Mustang Island Beach and Port Aransas ...
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Connor's Cove TC 10203
New Build! Priv Pool, Firepit, Walk to the Beach Alright, Alright by Avantstay

New Build! Priv Pool, Firepit, Walk to the Beach Alright, Alright by Avantstay

3 out of 5
1322 Eleventh St Port Aransas TX
Stay at this beach cottage in Port Aransas. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and balconies. Popular attractions Mustang Island Beach and Port Aransas Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"clean convenient and easy walk to the beach but it’s not a new built as advertised"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

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New Build! Priv Pool, Firepit, Walk to the Beach Alright, Alright by Avantstay
Vitamin Sea 240 BR

Vitamin Sea 240 BR

2.5 out of 5
240 Bronco St Port Aransas TX
Stay at this cottage in Port Aransas. Enjoy satellite TV channels, air conditioning and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Mustang Island Beach and Port Aransas ...
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Vitamin Sea 240 BR
Making Waves TC 9108

Making Waves TC 9108

3 out of 5
210 Social Circle, #9108 Port Aransas TX
Stay at this villa in Port Aransas. Enjoy free parking, balconies and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Mustang Island Beach and Port Aransas Beach are ...
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Making Waves TC 9108
Private Yard, Shared Pool Near the Beach Bluetique Hotel by Avantstay

Private Yard, Shared Pool Near the Beach Bluetique Hotel by Avantstay

3 out of 5
2606 S Eleventh St #4 Port Aransas TX
Stay at this cottage in Port Aransas. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and patios. Popular attractions Port Aransas Beach and Mustang Island Beach are located ...
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Private Yard, Shared Pool Near the Beach Bluetique Hotel by Avantstay
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Where to stay in Cinnamon Shore

Find the best Cinnamon Shore areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Lacey Al Masri
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Padre Island

If you're spending some time in Padre Island, Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Old Town Port Aransas

If you're spending some time in Old Town Port Aransas, Port Aransas Birding Center and Fisherman's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.

Photo by Russ Lee
Open Photo by Russ Lee

North Beach

North Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington Museum on the Bay.

Palm Harbor

When in Palm Harbor, you can plan a visit to Rockport Beach Park and The Gallery of Rockport, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bob Hall Pier, Padre Balli Park, Corpus Christi, Texas

Flour Bluff

Flour Bluff is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Funtrackers Family Fun Center and Laguna Madre.

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