Title: Visit City-by-the Sea: Best of City-by-the Sea, Corpus Christi Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in City-by-the Sea](https://expedia.ca/City-By-The-Sea-Corpus-Christi-Hotels.0-n553248635975846979-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Corpus Christi](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Corpus-Christi.d915.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Corpus Christi](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Corpus-Christi.d915.Travel-Guide-Activities)[City-by-the Sea Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-City-By-The-Sea.d553248635975846979.Car-Rental-Guide)[City-by-the Sea Vacations](https://expedia.ca/City-By-The-Sea.d553248635975846979.Destination-Travel-Guides) # City-by-the Sea ## Corpus Christi ## Visit City-by-the Sea Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Corpus Christi travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Corpus-Christi.dx915) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Walkway to the beach in Port Aransas, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167106/6c5d5870-a225-4838-8eed-b071c8aec489.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Aransas Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Port Aransas Beach during your travels in Port Aransas? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.ca/Port-Aransas-Beach-Corpus-Christi.d6167106.Vacation-Attraction) ![The underwater room gives you a great view of the dolphin show at the Texas State Aquarium. And it's air-conditioned, unlike the poolside view. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058993/7341719b-f12f-4433-bde0-d7024df2777b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Texas State Aquarium Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Texas State Aquarium during your trip to Corpus Christi. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Texas-State-Aquarium-North-Beach.d6081063.Vacation-Attraction) ![North Padre Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/630342916717387776/4a58c16f-24a5-40e6-89d8-c56f8d678518.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Padre Island Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Padre Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi? [](https://expedia.ca/North-Padre-Island-Beach-Corpus-Christi.d630342916717387776.Vacation-Attraction) ![A fine sandy beach in South Padre Island, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197864/862910d0-7bb9-45c5-8d1a-0a10b41eda9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Whitecap-Beach-Corpus-Christi.d553248635976197864.Vacation-Attraction) ![Out on jettie ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058993/4e748695-143d-4e62-9b7c-ed3715a77f4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/USS-Lexington-Museum-On-The-Bay-Corpus-Christi.d6081067.Vacation-Attraction) ![Seagull Lifting Off Reflections at Mustang Island State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081047/d4310311-87e3-449a-a5dc-4cf01fdbf4ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mustang Island State Park You can take time to visit Mustang Island State Park during your travels to Corpus Christi. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mustang-Island-State-Park.d6081047.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### Things to do ![Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46775637/b109720c-db62-40d4-b15d-873382517efc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket CA $14 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/corpus-christi-the-art-museum-of-south-texas-entry-ticket.a46775637.activity-details) [See all activities in Corpus Christi](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Corpus-Christi.d915.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## City-by-the Sea Hotel Deals ![Hotel Lydia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16370000/16366400/16366325/2242f8ff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Lydia 445 W Cotter Avenue Port Aransas TX CA $76 CA $96 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Spacious clean and quiet. Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=16366325&PinnedHotelID=16366325&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975846979) ![Plantation Suites & Conference Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892800/892707/ceda78b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Plantation Suites & Conference Center 1909 State Hghway 361 Port Aransas TX Stay at this hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews) Clean room nice staff Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=892707&PinnedHotelID=892707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975846979) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=892707&PinnedHotelID=892707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975846979) ![Seaside Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99490000/99485800/99485769/b75e3f5f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Seaside Boutique Hotel 841 Sandcastle Dr Port Aransas TX Book a stay at this beach hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,069 reviews) While looking for a hotel for my baby first vacation I ran into this gem Seaside boutique was very convenient to the beach walking was feet away will recommend for families The host Nancy was very helpful Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=99485769&PinnedHotelID=99485769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975846979) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=99485769&PinnedHotelID=99485769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975846979) ![Lighthouse Inn At Aransas Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/966200/966161/6eb91755_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lighthouse Inn At Aransas Bay 200 S Fulton Beach Rd Rockport TX CA $144 CA $184 total Feb 10 - Feb 11 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rockport. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews) Pleasant staff Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=966161&PinnedHotelID=966161&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975846979) ![avid hotels Corpus Christi - Portland by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65360000/65358500/65358467/3de92938_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### avid hotels Corpus Christi - Portland by IHG 281 BUDDY GANEM DR Portland TX Fully refundable CA $114 CA $129 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (521 reviews) Beautiful rooms Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=65358467&PinnedHotelID=65358467&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975846979) ![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rockport - Fulton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7230000/7229000/7228945/053a0a9a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rockport - Fulton 2921 Highway 35 N Rockport TX CA $116 CA $134 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rockport. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) The location is great the area was fun the staff was very helpful everyone was kind and my family had a great stay. 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