TripAdvisor's editorial team reviewed our attractions database and selected the best local attractions to highlight in this itinerary. Some are popular, some are off the beaten track, but all are worth a visit.
Military history |
|  | USS LEXINGTON: Visitors can tour the most highly decorated aircraft carrier of World War II, now a floating museum since its retirement after 48 years of service, a longer tour than any other ship in the US Navy. The 16-storey "Blue Ghost" displays military artefacts and more than a dozen aircraft, and visitors can explore the vessel, watch a video, and try a flight simulation. Address: 2914 N. Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, Texas Phone: 800-523-9539, 361-888-4873 Admission fee |  |
Seaside fun |
|  | Padre Island National Seashore: A 15-minute drive from the centre of Corpus Christi transports you to this magnificent 70-mile stretch of white sandy beach, scenic dunes and warm ocean water, offering ideal conditions for swimming, fishing, beach-combing, windsurfing, camping, and watching birds and wildlife. Address: PO Box 181300, Corpus Christi, Texas Phone: (361) 949-8068 Admission fee |  |
Family fun |
|  | Texas State Aquarium: Get a close-up look at underwater life of the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean at this 9-acre marine life aquarium, which also features birds and other animal species. Exhibits include a swamp complete with alligator and a sea turtle tank, and ongoing demos keep you well entertained. Address: 2710 N. Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, Texas Phone: 361-881-1200 Admission fee |  |
|  | Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History: Popular with families, the museum focuses on the history and culture of South Texas. There's something for everyone, including relics from a 1554 shipwreck, recreations of two of the three ships used for Columbus's voyage to the New World, an interactive weather station, a children's section with marine activities and numerous artefacts. Address: 1900 N. Chaparral Street, Corpus Christi, Texas Phone: 361-826-4667 Admission fee |  |
For art lovers |
|  | South Texas Institute for the Arts: A striking, all-white building on the water, this art museum was voted one of the best in southern Texas. Although permanent exhibits feature art from the region, the museum is known for its rotating exhibits of fine art work in different media. Address: 1902 N. Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, Texas Phone: 361/825-3500 Free |  |
Great for birdwatching |
|  | Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail: Texas can take pride in being the first state to create a bird-watching trail, serving as a model for other states. The trail is actually a coastal highway that links 310 bird-watching sites and offers visitors kiosks, observation platforms and helpful information. Address: Corpus Christi, Texas Phone: (512) 389-8900 Free |  |
Garden delights |
|  | South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center: A tranquil respite from city stress, this collection of gardens soothes the soul with walking trails, 2500 varieties of orchids, an idyllic rose garden, desert and tropical flowers, wetlands, forest and many opportunities for birdwatching. Address: 8545 S. Staples St, Corpus Christi, Texas Phone: 361-852-2100 Admission fee |  |
Restaurants |
|  | Republic of Texas Bar & Grill: Texas steaks are the specialty but with a location on the 20th floor of the Omni hotel the view is special too. Address: 900 N Shoreline Blvd, Omni Corpus Christi Hotel, Corpus Christi, Texas Phone: (361) 886-3515 |  |
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