Lake Corpus Christi / Mathis KOA

Texas State Aquarium

The Aquarium is dedicated to creating a deeper public understanding of the habitats and species of the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea. See the Texas State Aquarium online for more information.

Museum of Science and History

Botanical Gardens

Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed Mondays. Education programs are offered year-round. During the months of June to September gardens are open until 8 p.m. on Thursdays. Visit Corpus Christi Botanical Gardens online for more information.

USS Lexington

The crew cordially invites you to come aboard and explore the USS Lexington's 40-plus years of service in the United States Navy. From her Bridge to her Engine Room - 910 feet long and 16 decks high - the Museum is designed to educate as well as entertain. A tour of the Blue Ghost is a return to her glorious past from 1943 through 1991 with memorabilia and artifacts donated by those who served.

North Padre Island

Mustang Island

Texas Treasure Casino Cruise

Enjoy a unique entertainment experience that includes high-energy casino action, fine dining and live entertainment while you cruise the Gulf of Mexico in the spacious luxury of a grand ocean liner at the Texas Treasure Casino.

Arkansas National Wildlife Refuge

Whooping Crane Boat Tours available to see the winter home of the rare crane. November 1 through April 1.

Presidio LaBahia and Mission Espirite Santo (Goliad)

King Ranch

Founded in 1853 by Captain Richard King, King Ranch sprawls across 825,000 acres of South Texas. King Ranch is one of the largest working ranches in the United States today.

Heritage Park

Municipal Marina

The Corpus Christi Municipal Marina is the focal point of our city. It is on Corpus Christi Bay protected from the Gulf of Mexico by sandy barrier islands off the Texas Coast. The Corpus Christi Bay front is a wonderful natural asset in a beautiful tropical setting with mild year round temperatures. Proud of its enhancements to the Bay front, the Marina invites you to enjoy the amenities and services it provides. Set your anchor and welcome aboard the Corpus Christi Municipal Marina.

Asian Cultures Museum and Education Center

The Asian Cultures Museum and Education Center opened in 1997 and since then has worked to promote an understanding of Asian cultures through education and exhibits.

Padre Island National Seashore

Padre Island National Seashore, encompassing 130,454 acres, is the longest remaining undeveloped stretch of barrier island in the world, and offers a wide variety of flora and fauna as well as recreation.

Rattle Snake Races (Held in March)

Wild Hog Cook-Off (Held in April)

Festivities for the whole family including: shuffleboard, horseshoes, bingo, raffles, bake sale, an All-U-Can-Eat Bar-B-Que lunch and live music Friday and Saturday evenings.

Great Texas Birding Classic (Held April thru May)

Mission statement is to increase appreciation, understanding and conservation of birds along the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail through education, recreation, nature tourism and conservation fundraising. Enjoy the fun!

Cactus Festival (Held in April)

Activities include parade, arts and crafts show and sale, entertainment, food, and much more.

Buccaneer Days (Held in April)

Great fun for everyone!

Poteet Strawberry Festival (Held in April)

A whole lot of toe-tapping entertainment going on!

Texas Jazz Festival (Held in October)

Texas Lights

Texas Lights is held in Kingsville from November 15 through January 15. Enjoy a relaxed one-mile tour of fantastic, glimmering images in light. It’s a one-of-a-kind holiday experience.

Harbor Lights (Held in December)