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If you’re looking to extend your stay in Corpus Christi, you’ll definitely want to spend a day in one of the surrounding areas. Rockport, Port Aransas, and Kingsville are just a short drive away and provide memorable experiences filled with shopping, history, and fun in the sun. Get your fill of exciting activities and get back to home base all before dinner? That sounds like a win-win!

BY: JACQUELINE GONZALEZ

Port Aransas

The gorgeous views in Port Aransas alone make it the perfect day trip location when extending your stay in the Coastal Bend, but that’s not all it has to offer. Load your vehicle onto the 85-foot-long ferry system and enjoy a free, short ride connecting Mustang Island and Port Aransas with the mainland via Aransas Pass while getting your fill of scenic, photo-worthy views of the beach and Gulf. One of the stops you’ll find on your ferry ride is San Jose Island, a privately owned island managed principally for wildlife. Visitors only have access to the public land, but a wealth of birding, shelling, fishing, and beachcombing awaits. It’s totally worth the ride!

Get some shopping in while you stroll the laid-back atmosphere of Port Aransas by browsing the many shops, such as Coastal Closet and Indigo Eclectic, filled with unique home decor, island-inspired fashions, and special gifts.

The attractive selection of outdoor activities makes Port Aransas a delightfully unique destination. Get ready to “Chute ’Em Up” and “Hang ’Em High” while parasailing 500 feet in the air. Some of the best views of Port Aransas are available through a ride with Chute ’Em Up Parasailing

If skydiving is more your style, book a thrilling-yet-safe family fun skydiving event with Skydive South Texas, Port Aransas for an exhilarating experience.

You and your family can also indulge in some unforgettable swashbuckling on the Red Dragon Pirate Cruise, where the pirate crew entertains with sword fighting, music, and dancing, including an interactive show the kids will love! After a long day of fun in the sun, catch a show at Third Coast Theater, a venue that allows you to bring your own beverage and offers a great view of Texas’ top live music singers and songwriters.