Location: Corpus Christi
Top Things to do in Corpus Christi
Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Corpus Christi, Texas (TX)
Corpus Christi possesses all of the main ingredients of an ideal weekend getaway: the sun, the sea, the sights, plus exhilarating and engaging activities the whole family can enjoy. Spend the day on the beach soaking up the sun or wind surfing, the breezy city's favorite pastime. Visit the massive Texas State Aquarium with its new Dolphin Bay, a protected habitat for dolphins unable to survive in open water. Take a tour of The USS Lexington, one of the most famous aircraft carriers in U.S. naval history. Stroll through fabulous flora and fauna at the Botanical Gardens. At the Museum of Science and History, check out the recreated Pinta and Santa Maria, two of the ships Columbus used to sail to the new world. At night, enjoy a succulent seafood dinner at any number of fine restaurants, then head to the historic Harbor Playhouse for delightfully original community theater and a true taste of what Corpus Christi is all about.
Restaurants in Corpus Christi
1. Michael J. Ellis Beach & Seawall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By gypsygirl425 - Horseshoe Bay, United States
We are lucky to be renting an Airbnb right across the street from the Michael J Ellis beach and it is absolutely beautiful! The sand is fine and the beach is really clean! There is a lot of different types of birds at the beach as well. There are miles of sand, two piers and a restaurant along the beach. It is a great place to hang out!
2. Padre Island National Seashore
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,859 reviews
A 15-minute drive from downtown Corpus Christi transports you to this magnificent 70-mile stretch of white sand beach, scenic dunes and warm ocean water, offering ideal conditions for swimming, fishing, beach-combing, windsurfing, camping, bird-watching and viewing wildlife.
Reviewed By M8870IWjasonr
A fantastic national asset. Best enjoyed though with a capable 4x4 vehicle. Tourist crowd the first 5 miles of beach while the real beauty exists South of the 20 mile marker. Ask some locals before taking off down the beach, it does have it's risks. For those adventurous types a trip 60 miles south to the Mansfield jetty is worth the trip.
3. USS Lexington Museum on the Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,355 reviews
Visitors can tour the longest serving Essex Class aircraft carrier of World War II. The 16-deck "Blue Ghost" displays military artifacts and more than 20 aircraft. See all five tour routes, 3-D mega theater, Lockdown on the LEX Escape Rooms, mess deck eatery and flight simulator. National Historic Landmark located on North Beach. Elevator from the hangar deck to the flight deck. Welcome aboard! Labor Day - Memorial Day 9am - 5pm Memorial Day - Labor Day & Spring Break 9am - 6pm See admission at https://usslexington.com/visit/hours-admission/
Reviewed By Swiss-Tony64 - Stroud, United Kingdom
What an excellent exhibit the USS Lexington is, helping to understand the challenges of life on board through the ships history We spent 6 hours on board following each of the deck tours and watching the films - we could of spent even longer The cost of visiting this ship has to be one of the best bargains around
4. Cole Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
City park that is a favorite of birdwatchers; home to egrets, herons, terns and other species.
Reviewed By beachboywantabe - Corpus Christi, United States
Since I live less than 3 blocks away, I ride my bike here several times a week. Locals really don't consider this as part of Cole Park, and refer to it as Oleander Point. First of all, there is a beautiful sculpture called "Wind Dancer", which was installed in Octobers 2013. A perfect location for this sculpture because Oleander Point is a premier location for windsurfing & kite surfing. There is plenty of parking. Beautiful views of downtown Corpus Christi.
5. Malaquite Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 481 reviews
This beach on Padre Island is a great camping and beach-going spot.
Reviewed By katv55
Malaquite Beach is a jewel along the Texas Gulf coast as part of the Padre Island National Seashore. With the adjacent NPS Visitor Center and its showers, restrooms, interpretive programs, and gift shop, this vehicle-free stretch of beach is the perfect for a day’s outing year round. Visitors are in for a treat from May to September when the hatching and releasing of baby sea turtles occur.
6. Laguna Madre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Watch the migration of thousands of birds from your secluded campsite.
Reviewed By jenniferandscott
We live on the Laguna Madre canals and this is our fishing spot were we take our boat out. There is a lot of shallow waters, so if you do not have a shallow water boat you will need to stay in the intra-coastal canal ways that are marked. Get you poles ready to catch red fish and trout! There is also access to getting your boat up to Port Aransas and also around the JFK Bridge there is the Packery Channel where you can take your deep sea boat out to the Gulf of Mexico for deep water fishing! Enjoy!
7. Selena Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 287 reviews
Reviewed By lalore48
Me & my family went to visit the Selena's museum and i loved it was like going down memory lane the red car she had is there so was her sister Suzie and the bus "Big Bertha" i really enjoyed it.
8. Whataburger Field
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 294 reviews
Reviewed By redheadedgypsies - Corpus Christi, United States
Beautiful gulf breeze. Great baseball, all makes great evening. PRICES are a bit steep for the area. Hooks game tickets reasonable. Nice sports night for the area. Family oriented.
9. The Art Center of Corpus Christi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
The Art Center of Corpus Christi has been nurturing South Texas artists since 1972. The Art Center galleries feature a wide variety of local and regional artists. All art is for sale. Meet the artists at monthly receptions (check Facebook and website for dates). The Art Center's scenic location on the seawall overlooking the marina makes it a popular wedding destination. Popular activities: - Free Family Art Time - drop in make and take activity Saturdays 10-4 and Wednesdays during Farmers Market 5-7:30 pm. - Local Farmers Market EVERY Wednesday 5-8 pm. - Citrus Bistro is open for lunch every day with delicious soups, quiches, salads and daily specials like Fish Tacos, King Ranch Chicken, Chicken Pot Pie and more. - Shopping at Studio C Gallery for fine gifts The Art Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Reviewed By foxcheck - Chicago, United States
This interesting little place has a lot to offer! Approximately every month there are new displays of local artists in every medium complete with hors d'oeuvre openings! There are free classes on the weekends and the best pottery studio in Corpus on site. On Wed. nights there is a farmers market right in the open air courtyard. The gift shop and in house cafe are worth checking out also. A sweet drop of culture on the shoreline!
10. Harbor Playhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By howdy12345
I just saw this musical at the Playhouse. Oh my gosh-fantastic. The lead actors/actresses were so delightful. The singing, costumes, backdrops, were all very well done. The kids were so cute and added such an element of storytelling. this production had a very large cast and made the stage come alive. Some parts were haunting and sort of dark, so little kids might not like this-plus the humor would be over their heads. Don't miss this production if you like community theater. the tickets are reasonable, parking is adequate. I only have two concerns to share: Wonem's restroom has too few stalls, so at intermission-run don't walk. Since the price of tickets is reasonable, the concession seems a little high. Eat before you come, so you can enjoy a drink(they have some mixed concoctions) or two without breaking the bank.
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