Corpus Christi International Airport 17 min
North Beach (17 min) Popular, white sand beach featuring a paved multiuse trail, Ferris wheel, aquarium & restaurant. Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center (9 min) Nature and park Texas Surf Museum (14 min) Gulf Coast surfing is the focus of this quirky museum showcasing Texan surf culture. Hurricane Alley Waterpark (16 min) Family-friendly water park with a wave pool, lazy river, slides & thrill rides; open seasonally. Mustang Island State Park (19 min) 3,954-acre park with ranger programs & miles of open beaches, plus areas for camping & birding. Suter Wildlife Refuge (8 min) Wildlife refuge offering birdwatching, biking & hiking trails, a picnic area & more. Selena Memorial Statue (17 min) Memorial featuring a life-size bronze statue of the murdered Tejano singer Selena near the ocean. South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center (11 min) Expansive learning center featuring an array of flora & fauna; classes & tours are available. Whitecap Beach (17 min) Long stretch of scenic beach with sizable surf & seasonal lifeguards, plus vehicles with permits. Texas State Aquarium (17 min) Collection of regional sea life, coral reefs, dolphin preserve, sharks, touch pools & a playground. Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History (15 min) Permanent & special exhibits examine the region's history, culture, agriculture, animals & more. Viewpoint of the Flower (17 min) USS Lexington (18 min) WWII aircraft carrier & naval museum with airplanes, an IMAX theater showing historic films & more. Selena Museum (14 min) Intimate memorial for Selena fans showcasing the singer's awards & memorabilia; closed on weekends. The Art Museum of South Texas (17 min) The permanent collection & special exhibits showcase regional fine art, photography & crafts. |