Padre Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
Rockport Beach Park

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.

Rockport Beach Park

Activities

Glowing Kayak Tour Corpus Christi - North Padre Island

Glowing Kayak Tour Corpus Christi - North Padre Island

AU$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glowing Kayak Tour Corpus Christi - North Padre Island
Glowing Kayak Tour Corpus Christi - North Padre Island

Glowing Kayak Tour Corpus Christi - North Padre Island

AU$93
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glowing Kayak Tour Corpus Christi - North Padre Island
Private Dolphin Watch and Sunset Boat Tour Port Aransas Texas

Private Dolphin Watch and Sunset Boat Tour Port Aransas Texas

AU$581
per traveller
Private Dolphin Watch and Sunset Boat Tour Port Aransas Texas
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket

Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket

AU$16
per adult
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
Corpus Christi: Guided Ghost Tour

Corpus Christi: Guided Ghost Tour

AU$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Corpus Christi: Guided Ghost Tour
Glowing Kayak Tour Port Aransas - Lighthouse Lakes

Glowing Kayak Tour Port Aransas - Lighthouse Lakes

AU$100
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Glowing Kayak Tour Port Aransas - Lighthouse Lakes
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Our pick of the best Padre Island Hotel Deals

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
The price is AU$299 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$299
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (1,696 reviews)
"It was ok"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 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
The price is AU$191 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$191
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"The staff was fantastic! The front desk staff, the gousekeepers, everyone treated us so kindly. We had an issue with our room when we arrived, but they addressed it quickly and got us into another room. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 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 AU$158 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$158
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Room 416"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Corpus Christi Padre Is
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
The price is AU$177 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$177
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.2/10 (960 reviews)
"All good no problem thanks"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Corpus Christi-N Padre Isl
Best Western Padre Island
Best Western Padre Island
2.5 out of 5
14050 S Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi, TX
The price is AU$185 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$185
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (907 reviews)
"Everything was good except the parking it was hard to get in and out in a parking spot because vehicles were too close behind you to back out but overall good place"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Best Western Padre Island
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 AU$138 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$138
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island ...
7.2/10 Good! (78 reviews)
"We had a really good stay at Monterrey. The staff was kind, brought in new towels, emptied the trash and cleaned the floors each morning (HUGE thank you since sand gets EVERYWHERE!). The beds were comfortable with soft pillows so we slept well. Our only issues was the water pressure was not great ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Monterrey Motel Padre Island, Corpus Christi By Oyo
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 Laguna Madre and Funtrackers Family Fun Center.

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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