Port Aransas, Texas
The original island life destination, Port Aransas and Mustang Island are 18 miles of shoreline and wide, sandy beaches—with everything you need to plan the perfect beach vacation.
life moves at a slower pace here. You’re on island time.


Girls Just Want to Have Sun
Did You Love the "Girls Just Want to Have Sun" Island Guide Looks? If you got your hands on a copy of the brand-new 2023 Port Aransas Island Guide, you likely fell in love with one or more of the outfits shown in the "Girls...
featured events
View All EventsTexas SandFest
Texas SandFest is the largest native-sand sculpture competition in the USA. What began as a small...
Whooping Crane Festival
- Port Aransas Tourism Bureau & Chamber of Commerce
Each year since 1996, the Whooping Crane Festival has celebrated the annual return of the cranes to...
Mardi Gras Parade
- The Gaff
The annual Mardi Gras parade is scheduled! Line up at the Gaff at 4:30, and the parade will start at...
Saltwater Legend Series
- Port Aransas Fisherman's Wharf, LLC
The Saltwater Legend Series™ is an organization whose sole purpose is to honor the heroes of the...
Know Before You Go! Keep you and your family safe on your next beach day with these beach safety best practices. Learn surf rescue locations and hours of operation, how to spot and escape a rip current, what the different beach flag colors mean, and more.
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