City-by-the Sea Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 seaside.
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 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 Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mustang Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?
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
Our pick of the best City-by-the Sea Hotel Deals
Hotel Lydia
Overall a very clean hotel and room. The kitchenette had everything you’d need in order to cook and prepare a meal. The room was spacious, the beds were comfortable, and the staff were great. The location is also great as you’re within walking distance to shops and restaurants. We’ll definitely be ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
avid hotels Corpus Christi - Portland by IHG
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Best Western Port Aransas
Clean, up to date, decent bed, quiet neighborhood.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rockport - Fulton
The location is great the area was fun the staff was very helpful everyone was kind and my family had a great stay.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Plantation Suites & Conference Center
Place very clean , reception very friendly reasonable price
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Lighthouse Inn At Aransas Bay
Clean rooms, courteous staff, great breakfast, amazing bay views, centrally located
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
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 The Gallery of Rockport and Conn Brown Harbor.
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 Oaks
Harbor Oaks might not have many top sights, but Matagorda Island and Fulton Mansion are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Harbor District
If you're spending some time in Harbor District, Roberts Point Park and Fisherman's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.
