Central City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central City
Popular places to visit
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.
Corpus Christi Marina
Explore the waterfront in Corpus Christi with a trip to Corpus Christi Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
One Shoreline Plaza
You can learn about the history of Corpus Christi when you stop by One Shoreline Plaza. Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this family-friendly area.
Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History during your travels in Corpus Christi. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
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 seaside.
North Padre Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Padre Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?
Activities
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Central City Hotel Deals
Omni Corpus Christi Hotel
"Long line at the bar. Understaffed."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Holiday Inn Corpus Christi Downtown Marina by IHG
"Room was HOT despite having the AC on 60. Carpet wet from air conditioning leak. Bathroom dirty, tub all stained."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
The Plaza at North Beach Corpus Christi
"Wasn't what was pictured"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Holiday Inn Corpus Christi Arpt & Conf Ctr by IHG
"Clean room!"
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Corpus Christi Beachfront
"Very convenient to shops, restaurants, beach, Aircraft Carrier Museum, and Texas Aquarium."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Corpus Christi Central
"Good"
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Central City
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.
Padre Island
If you're spending some time in Padre Island, Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island Beach 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 Fisherman's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.
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.
