Why do people visit Corpus Christi?

We welcome all to the Gulf Coast Capital. Located on the South Texas Gulf Coast, Corpus Christi offers popular attractions, outdoor, experiences, a variety of hotels, cultural venues, shopping, fresh, local seafood, and best of all - South Texas Hospitality.



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If all you want from your vacation is access to miles and miles of unspoiled, beautiful beaches, Corpus Christi is ideal. Base yourself in Downtown Corpus Christi and you can be on Padre or Mustang Island in minutes, where the water is warm and the soft sands are always inviting.

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  1. Beaches. Corpus Christi's 100+ miles of beaches are the heart and soul of the coast. ...
  2. Padre Island National Seashore. ...
  3. Texas State Aquarium. ...
  4. USS Lexington Museum on The Bay. ...
  5. SOUTH TEXAS BOTANICAL GARDENS & NATURE CENTER. ...
  6. CORPUS CHRISTI MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY.


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Walkable. Downtown is not only pedestrian-friendly, it's also scenic. Take in picturesque views of the bay and harbor along the seawall or stumble upon wall and street art you might not notice by car. You'll find it on the side of buildings, in the form of sculptures or the sounds of live music.

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Some tips: South Padre Island IS the best of the two. It has better beaches, better accomodations, better restuarants and, in my opinion, friendlier people. However, I love both towns! Corpus is closer to the major cities and more things to do, but SPI....it's just in the smack middle of nowhere.

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Corpus Christi beaches and estuaries are popular destinations for fishing, boating, swimming, sand-castle building, and birdwatching. The goal of these projects is to reduce bacteria levels in order to protect people who swim at the beaches.

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Beach Rules Alcohol consumption is allowed so long as you are of age. The speed limit on the beach is 15 mph and all traffic laws apply including Driving While Intoxicated. You must purchase a parking permit to park on the beach.

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