City-by-the Sea Travel Guide
Corpus Christi
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Popular places to visit
Port Aransas Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Port Aransas Beach during your travels in Port Aransas? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Texas State Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Texas State Aquarium during your travels in Corpus Christi. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
North Padre Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Padre Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?
Whitecap Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Whitecap Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.
Mustang Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mustang Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?
USS Lexington Museum on the Bay
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in USS Lexington Museum on the Bay during your travels in Corpus Christi. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
GlowRow Glowing Kayak Tour Rockport - Little Bay
Top hotels in City-by-the Sea
Hotel Lydia
"Our room was spacious, it was great! And it was nice to step out of our room to continental breakfast, so convenient! It was awesome and all in just a relaxing vibe, and the staff who setup the breakfast she was super amazing!!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Plantation Suites & Conference Center
"It was a nice hotel to stay by the beach. Loved the outside chairs."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Seaside Boutique Hotel
"We enjoyed our time here it was quiet, comfortable, friendly and attentive staff and it has a nice beach view. We did find a pair of socks in the restroom, but other than that it was a good place to sleep."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Island Hotel Near Beach Port Aransas
"Very clean with nice amenities. Shower had nice water pressure. The bath towels are on the smaller side. Breakfast is basic cold items (cereal, yogurt, bagel/toast/tiny muffins) and 2 waffle makers."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Ocean's Edge Hotel, Port Aransas,TX
"Clean room, working water. Hotel was good and check in went well. The only thing that didn’t live up to the hype was the pool. It wasn’t as clean as I would have liked but I still got in. Overall enjoyed our stay and we would go back."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Seashell Village Resort near the beach with kitchens
"Plates and bowls dirty. Staff blocking walk ways."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City-by-the Sea
Bahia Bay
While there might not be top attractions in Bahia Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Gallery of Rockport and Conn Brown Harbor.
Palm Harbor
When in Palm Harbor, you can plan a visit to Rockport Beach Park and The Gallery of Rockport, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Heritage District
While visiting Heritage District, you might make a stop by sights like The Gallery of Rockport and Rockport Center for the Arts.
Key Allegro
If you're spending some time in Key Allegro, Matagorda Island and Kenedy Ranch Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Harbor Oaks
Harbor Oaks might not have many top sights, but Matagorda Island and Fulton Mansion are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Harbor District
If you're spending some time in Harbor District, Roberts Point Park and Fisherman's Wharf are top sights worth seeing.
