City-by-the Sea Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit City-by-the Sea
Popular places to visit
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 waterfront.
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.
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. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Mustang Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mustang Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?
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.
Rockport Beach Park
During your trip to Rockport, enjoy the surf and sand at Rockport Beach Park along with the fishing. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Activities
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
Glowing Kayak Tour Port Aransas - Lighthouse Lakes
Our pick of the best City-by-the Sea Hotel Deals
Hotel Lydia
Our room was spacious clean and my favorite part was that we had a ceiling fan that kept the flow going we will definitely come back
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Ocean's Edge Hotel, Port Aransas,TX
Oceans Edge was in a GREAT location, right next to the beach and gift shops and island restaurants. The rooms were very clean and the pool was great too! Overall a great place to stay during your beach trip!!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Seaside Boutique Hotel
Perfect access to the beach. Friendly staff and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Alister Square Inn
Excellent staff
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
avid hotels Corpus Christi - Portland by IHG
Room was flawless! Staff was excellent. I will be back next week!!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Island Hotel Port Aransas
Didn’t do breakfast but everything excelente
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City-by-the Sea
Bahia Bay
While there might not be top attractions in Bahia Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Conn Brown Harbor and The Gallery of Rockport.
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.
Heritage District
While visiting Heritage District, you might make a stop by sights like The Gallery of Rockport and Rockport Center for the Arts.
Key Allegro
If you're spending some time in Key Allegro, Matagorda Island and Kenedy Ranch Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Harbor District
If you're spending some time in Harbor District, Roberts Point Park and Fisherman's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Port Aransas
If you're spending some time in Old Town Port Aransas, Port Aransas Birding Center and Port Aransas Museum are top sights worth seeing.
