Corpus Christi International Airport 9 min
South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center (17 min) Expansive learning center featuring an array of flora & fauna; classes & tours are available. Selena Memorial Statue (10 min) Memorial featuring a life-size bronze statue of the murdered Tejano singer Selena near the ocean. Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History (9 min) Permanent & special exhibits examine the region's history, culture, agriculture, animals & more. USS Lexington (12 min) WWII aircraft carrier & naval museum with airplanes, an IMAX theater showing historic films & more. Heritage Park (8 min) Popular site with several Victorian homes, some offering tours, plus space for picnics & festivals. Hurricane Alley Waterpark (9 min) Family-friendly water park with a wave pool, lazy river, slides & thrill rides; open seasonally. Selena Museum (1 min) Intimate memorial for Selena fans showcasing the singer's awards & memorabilia; closed on weekends. Texas State Aquarium (11 min) Collection of regional sea life, coral reefs, dolphin preserve, sharks, touch pools & a playground. North Beach (11 min) Popular, white sand beach featuring a paved multiuse trail, Ferris wheel, aquarium & restaurant. Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center (9 min) Gallery with art & objects from Japan, India, Thailand & other countries, plus kids' activities. Viewpoint of the Flower (10 min) Cole Park (13 min) Bayside park with a playground, lighted fishing pier, skate park & open spaces for outdoor activity. The Art Museum of South Texas (11 min) The permanent collection & special exhibits showcase regional fine art, photography & crafts. Texas Surf Museum (9 min) Gulf Coast surfing is the focus of this quirky museum showcasing Texan surf culture. Bayfront Park (9 min) |