Padre Island Travel Guide

Corpus Christi

Photo by Roger Ritter
Photo by Roger Ritter
Photo by Lacey Al Masri
Photo by Lacey Al Masri
Photo by Lacey Al Masri
Photo by Lacey Al Masri

Popular places to visit

Padre Balli Park

Padre Balli Park

Explore the great outdoors at Padre Balli Park, a lovely green space in Corpus Christi.

Padre Balli Park
Port Aransas Beach

Port Aransas Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Port Aransas Beach during your travels in Port Aransas? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Port Aransas 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
North Beach

North Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, North Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Corpus Christi. Wander the seaside in this family-friendly area.

North Beach
Mustang Island Beach

Mustang Island Beach

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

Mustang Island Beach
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

฿321
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
Glowing Kayak Tour Port Aransas - Lighthouse Lakes

Glowing Kayak Tour Port Aransas - Lighthouse Lakes

฿2,083
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Glowing Kayak Tour Port Aransas - Lighthouse Lakes
Take the controls and fly a 1947 Warbird

Private Scenic Tour of South Texas in a Historic Airplane

฿8,340
per traveller
Private Scenic Tour of South Texas in a Historic Airplane
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Top hotels in Padre Island

Wyndham Corpus Christi Resort North Padre Island

Wyndham Corpus Christi Resort North Padre Island

2.5 out of 5
15202 Windward Dr, Corpus Christi, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,127 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿3,127
฿4,042 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,736 reviews)
"Comfortable and loved that it’s close to the beach."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Wyndham Corpus Christi Resort North Padre Island
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Corpus Christi - N Padre Island by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Corpus Christi - N Padre Island by IHG

2.5 out of 5
15209 Windward Dr, Corpus Christi, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,805 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿2,805
฿3,290 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"It was my understanding that this was on the beach but it was actually 2 blocks away. The breakfast only goes until 0930 but I was on vacation and did not want to get up that early."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Corpus Christi - N Padre Island by IHG
Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Corpus Christi Padre Is

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Corpus Christi Padre Is

2.5 out of 5
15201 Windward Dr, Corpus Christi, TX
The price is ฿2,352 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿2,352
฿2,758 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Very limited parking and they sell the spots to beachgoers and bar patrons. We had to park way down the street and carry our luggage to the hotel. Not very well planned parking situation!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Corpus Christi Padre Is
Best Western Padre Island

Best Western Padre Island

2.5 out of 5
14050 S Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi, TX
The price is ฿2,777 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿2,777
฿3,322 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (927 reviews)
Birthday fishing trip
"The room was really nice and clean other than the gap in the door frame when the door was closed couldn't use the deadbolt. The free breakfast area was really nice and clean and Nancy was very helpful. That was the highlight of the stay. The waffle bar was great and the biscuits and gravy were delicious ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Best Western Padre Island
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Corpus Christi-N Padre Isl

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Corpus Christi-N Padre Isl

3 out of 5
14430 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6/10 (1,009 reviews)
"The staff was super excellent with me and my family. I needed nothing while there during my stay. I was forced to stay there due to a bad booking with Expedia and I was more than satisfied with the help this property gave us. We had a great vacation due to this Hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Corpus Christi-N Padre Isl
Monterrey Motel Padre Island, Corpus Christi By Oyo

Monterrey Motel Padre Island, Corpus Christi By Oyo

2.5 out of 5
15705 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX
The price is ฿1,721 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿1,721
฿2,234 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island ...
7.2/10 Good! (84 reviews)
"If you’re looking for an affordable place to sleep and have a hot shower near the Padre Island National Seashore this is a great place. It’s not fancy but the air conditioning was ice cold and the rooms are clean and equipped with microwaves and refrigerators. There are several food options around ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Monterrey Motel Padre Island, Corpus Christi By Oyo
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Other neighbourhoods around Padre Island

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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.

Flour Bluff
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Bay Area

If you're spending some time in Bay Area, Cole Park and Oso Beach Municipal Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Bay Area
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South Side

If you're spending some time in South Side, Sunrise Mall and Cinemark Century Corpus Christi 16 are top sights worth seeing.

South Side
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Cinnamon Shore

While Cinnamon Shore isn't home to many top sights, Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cinnamon Shore
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Del Mar

While visiting Del Mar, you might make a stop by sights like McGee Beach and Cole Park.

Del Mar
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Downtown Corpus Christi

If you're spending some time in Downtown Corpus Christi, One Shoreline Plaza and Corpus Christi Marina are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Corpus Christi

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