Port Aransas & Mustang Island: Texas - Island Style

Beautiful beaches, vibrant views, and relaxing retreats make Port Aransas, Texas the perfect place to spend a weekend, a week or the rest of your life. Soak in the sun, fish the bays, shop coastal stores, birdwatch, charter a boat, and dine out. We're Texas - Island Style!

Port Aransas is the premier island getaway for beach, sun & family fun! Nestled between the dunes of Mustang Island and the Corpus Christi Ship Channel, its beautiful shoreline is the perfect place to meander among the seashells, frolic in the waves, soak up the sun and enjoy good, family fun.

Mustang Islands' nature-related sites abound, offering optimum opportunities for birding, kayaking, dolphin watching, fishing, surfing and swimming. Also known as the fishing capital of Texas, the surrounding Gulf waters are full of red snapper, king, mackerel, pompano, etc. Choose from deep-sea and bay fishing charters, private boat rentals or bring your own boat. Tournaments are held throughout the summer and there are even a few just for the kids.

Port Aransas is home to hundreds of permanent and visiting species of birds. With four sites on the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail, it's a must-see destination for all avid birders. The annual "Celebration of Whooping Cranes and Other Birds" on the last weekend in February, includes bus tours, boat trips, speakers, a trade show, field trips, workshops and much more.

Experience coastal cuisine at its finest. Fresh seafood, served in more ways than you can imagine, can be ordered from restaurants scattered throughout the city. Savor your own 'catch of the day' or others fresh from the docks, such as yellow fin tuna, amberjack, mahi-mahi and Wahoo, or visit a seafood shop and cook your own meal.

Reflecting a unique laid-back attitude, the intimate coastal community of Port Aransas brims with eclectic boutiques, shops and galleries filled with everything from surfing and fishing gear to jewelry and art. Stroll the streets of Port Aransas and get a taste of our friendly businesses and local citizens.

Diverse varieties of accommodations are available. Whether you prefer a cozy cottage, conventional motel room, luxury condominium, or the privacy of your own beach house, the island offers a myriad of choices. In addition, there are numerous campgrounds and RV Parks for those who prefer to sleep under the stars.

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	Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce Tourist & Convention Bureau 403 W. Cotter Port Aransas, Texas 78373 Phone: (361) 749-5919 Toll-free 1-800-45-COAST Email: tourist@portaransas.org Web: www.portaransas.org