Padre Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Padre Island
Popular places to visit
Bob Hall Pier
After visiting Bob Hall Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Corpus Christi. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Padre Balli Park
Explore the great outdoors at Padre Balli Park, a lovely green space in Corpus Christi.
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.
Whitecap Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Whitecap Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.
North Padre Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Padre Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?
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.
Activities
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Padre Island Hotel Deals
Wyndham Corpus Christi Resort North Padre Island
The view of the beach from the top floor was fantastic. Nice size room. Nice walking on the seawall directly behind hotel and beach access.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Corpus Christi - N Padre Island by IHG
The room was clean , love their pilows Did not enjoy the balcony’s view , will help a taller chairs and table for my drink the hut tub was dirty maybe because was lot of people
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Corpus Christi Padre Is
Clean room and very convenient location
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Best Western Padre Island
Parking is free on site, and very safe. A variety of restaurants are nearby and access is easy to get to the beach. There is a basic breakfast with a waffle machine, scrambled eggs, bread, and cereals. There is a swimming pool. Our room was on the 2nd floor, and outside on the walkway, we could see ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
WATER VIEW! POOL! HOT TUB! SAUNA! GYM! WALK TO BEACH! PET FRIENDLY!
Had a great stay, the photos are very accurate. The place is very cozy and a great location. Only heads-up is that this unit is on the 3rd floor, so come prepared to get your steps in.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
SA7 Family-Friendly Condo : Waterfront, Pool, 2 Blocks From Beach, & Fishing
Great location. The pool, dock, and washer/dryer were great amenities. The place was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. We really enjoyed our stsy.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Padre Island
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.
South Side
If you're spending some time in South Side, South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center and Sunrise Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Bay Area
If you're spending some time in Bay Area, Cole Park and Oso Beach Municipal Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Del Mar
While visiting Del Mar, you might make a stop by sights like McGee Beach and Cole Park.
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.
