Attractions in Port Aransas
Have fun in the sun!
If you think that frolicking on the beach is the only thing to do in Port A, you are greatly mistaken. Port Aransas attractions include great parks, fantastic fishing, watersports galore, live entertainment, and more to elevate your next vacation.
Embark on a dolphin-watching excursion or don your favorite eye patch for a pirate cruise. Prefer to stay inside? Marvel at live theatre performances or have a “make your own art” experience. Cap off the day with s’mores warmed over a bonfire, cheering belt sander racers to victory, or being amazed by a fire-dancing performance. All that and more awaits you in Port Aransas!
Outdoor Adventures
Explore the endless stretch of Port Aransas Beach, perfect for sunbathing, shelling, and building sandcastles. For a wilder escape, Mustang Island State Park offers camping, bird watching, and peaceful hikes along the Gulf.
Discover the wonders of the Port Aransas Nature Preserve, where boardwalk trails wind through wetlands teeming with wildlife. Or take the ferry to San Jose Island for quiet beaches and the best shelling on the Texas coast.
Family Fun
Create lasting memories with kid-friendly adventures. Set sail on a Red Dragon Pirate Cruise, where young buccaneers can hunt for treasure on the high seas. Visit the Port Aransas Museum & Farley Boat Works to uncover the island’s maritime history and boat-building traditions.
Don’t miss the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center, where children and adults alike can spot colorful wading birds and maybe even the local alligator, Boots, from the boardwalk.
Cultural & Artistic Experiences
Port Aransas brims with local culture. Wander the Port Aransas Art Center to discover the island’s vibrant arts scene or catch a show at the Port Aransas Community Theatre, where residents bring stage productions to life year-round.
For a touch of history, visit the historic Chapel on the Dunes, the oldest consecrated church on Mustang Island.
Budget-Friendly Fun
There’s plenty to enjoy without breaking the bank. Walk the trails at the Nature Preserve, relax on the beach, or join in on one of the many free community events and festivals held throughout the year.
Free Things To Do
When you’ve reached your fill of the waves and sand on the beach for the day but aren’t quite ready to pull out your wallet for a big excursion, it’s time to take advantage of the many free things to do around Port…
Things To Do With Kids
There’s no better way for a child to learn about the world than through play and exploration, and there’s no better place to do that than in Port A. The experiences your kids have here will become the stuff of future nostalgia.