Port Aransas Chamber
of Commerce includes a list of restaurants,
things to do, and more.
The Port
A Shuttle - Runs daily hitting the beach and
all the hot spots in town... and best of all it's
free!
Aransas
National Wildlife Refuge - The winter home
for the endangered whooping cranes, this expansive
wildlife refuge offers a 16-mile paved loop with
wildlife photo opportunities, a museum, hiking
trails, picnic areas, a visitor center and an
observation tower.
Mustang
Island State Park - Activities include picnicking,
fishing, swimming, hiking and mountain biking
on 5 miles of open beach, sunbathing, surfing,
and excellent birding, especially during spring
and fall migrations.
Padre Island National
Seashore - Padre Island National Seashore encompasses 133,000 acres
of America's vanishing barrier islands... and it's the longest remaining
undeveloped barrier island in the world.
Texas
Maritime Museum - The Texas Maritime Museum, a 30-minute drive
away in Rockport, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the rich
maritime history of Texas.
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Texas State
Aquarium - Travel an aquatic journey from the shore to the depths
of the Gulf. Observe dive shows and feeding demonstrations and have
a "hands on" experience with sharks and stingrays.
Texas Treasure
Casino Cruises - Enjoy an afternoon or evening aboard the Texas
Treasure. Experience high-energy casino action, fine dining and live
entertainment while you cruise the Gulf of Mexico in a grand ocean
liner. Tickets available in the lobby.
The University
of Texas Marine Science Institute - This small aquarium addresses
mysteries of the sea from a scientific viewpoint and highlights current
research projects. Free.
U.S.S. Lexington -
Bring the entire family aboard the most famous aircraft carrier in U.S.
Naval history. One of the top 10 visitor attractions in the state!
Coastal
Water Guide Service Come fish the teeming waters of the Texas Coastal
Bend for Redfish, Trout, and Drum with a guide that grew up on the
Coastal Bend.
Break Away USA For
surf fishers, tournament casters and fresh water anglers who cast for
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