City-by-the Sea
Corpus Christi
Visit City-by-the Sea
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
North Padre Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Padre Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?
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.
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.
Mustang Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mustang Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?
Things to do
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
Top hotels in City-by-the Sea
Hotel Lydia
Yes- overall excellent. Disappointed there was NO ice machine- you had to buy plus no TV Guide (did not know what was available to watch, never found ABC, CBS, or NBC channelSguide
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Seaside Boutique Hotel
We stayed in the family suite, it was really nice! Lots of space. It did look like they forgot to change the sheets on one of the twin beds but we got it figured out. Great location! There was some water damage here and there but they’re literally right on the beach so I’m sure they get tons of humidity. ...
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Plantation Suites & Conference Center
The front check in staff was amazing. I made it in early and they let me swim and sit in the hot tub (which both were very warm), till my room was ready.. very friendly and helpful..Room was very clean. I will definitely be staying here again. Breakfast was, waffles, eggs and sausage..juice and coffee.. ...
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rockport - Fulton
The location is great the area was fun the staff was very helpful everyone was kind and my family had a great stay.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
avid hotels Corpus Christi - Portland by IHG
Very clean and easy
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Lighthouse Inn At Aransas Bay
Location, location, location
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City-by-the Sea
Palm Harbor
Palm Harbor might not have many top sights, but Rockport Beach Park and Rockport Center for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Heritage District
If you're spending some time in Heritage District, Rockport Center for the Arts and The Gallery of Rockport are top sights worth seeing.
Key Allegro
If you're spending some time in Key Allegro, Matagorda Island and Kenedy Ranch Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Harbor Oaks
Though Harbor Oaks might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Matagorda Island and Fulton Mansion.
Harbor District
While visiting Harbor District, you might make a stop by sights like Roberts Point Park and Fisherman's Wharf.
Old Town Port Aransas
While visiting Old Town Port Aransas, you might make a stop by sights like Port Aransas Birding Center and Nature Preserves.
