Fun and Free Things to Do in Corpus Christi, Texas

The beautiful city of Corpus Christi has many attractions, sites, stores, museums, and activities, so your visit to the area will be one to remember. Here are some of the things you will not want to miss.

Things to Do in Downtown Corpus Christi

Downtown Corpus Christi has several activities for adults and kids, including:

• Corpus Christi Downtown Seawall: The 1.5-mile seawall offers a beautiful view of the bay, dog walks, parks and beaches.
• Downtown Farmers Market: The farmers market has local produce, delicious food and live music.
• Brewster Street Ice House: This Texas country bar has a full bar for adults, ice cream for kids and live music for everyone.
• House of Rock: House of Rock is known for its live music, beer and pizza.

Historical Sites and Museums in Corpus Christi

Learn more about the city by partaking in these fun things to do in Corpus Christi, Texas:

• Heritage Park: Heritage Park offers a walking tour of historic homes highlighting the city's history and architecture.
• Selena Memorial – Mirador De La Flor: This site memorializes Selena Quintanilla-Pérez to honor the Queen of Tejano Music.
• Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History: Explore a variety of exhibits about the Civil War, Texas wildlife, historic photographs and more.
• USS Lexington Museum: The museum has self-guided tours about this combat aircraft carrier and World War II. 

Art Attractions in Corpus Christi

See beautiful artwork from local artists at these museums and attractions:

• Art Center Corpus Christi: This venue exhibits local and regional art and hosts art classes and kids' camps.
• K Space Contemporary: This museum hosts experimental and alternative art pieces.
• First Friday ArtWalk: On the first Friday of every month, you can enjoy live music, art galleries and food trucks in the Marina Arts District.
• Corpus Christi Mural and Art Trail: This outdoor art tour displays sculptures and murals by local artists in the downtown area.

Things to Do Near or on the Water in Corpus Christi

Enjoy the Corpus Christi and Nueces Bay with these waterside attractions:

• Wednesday Night Sailboat Regatta Races: Watch a sailboat race at the Corpus Christi Marina.
• Corpus Christi Marina: Visit the marina to see a variety of boats and views from the L-Head and enjoy dinner at a waterfront restaurant.
• Padre Island Beaches: Padre Island is a seaside destination with pristine beaches such as North Packery Beach, Padre Island Seawall and Whitecap Beach.
• Sea Turtle Releases: The Texas Sealife Center releases rehabilitated marine animals on Whitecap Beach throughout the year to support environmental conservation.

Outdoor Activities in Corpus Christi

These outdoor attractions are great ways to explore Corpus Christi:

• Hazel Bazemore Park: This park on the Nueces River has one of the largest concentrations of migrating raptors, attracting bird watchers from all around.
• Cole Park: Cole Park on Corpus Christi Bay has something to do for the entire family, from play areas to skateparks and amphitheaters to outdoor family movie nights.
• Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve and Learning Center: This wetlands nature preserve offers fun and interactive opportunities for the whole family.

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