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 waterfront.
North Padre Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Padre Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?
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.
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.
Mustang Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mustang Island Beach during your trip to Corpus Christi?
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.
Things to do
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
GlowRow Glowing Kayak Tour Rockport - Little Bay
Top hotels in City-by-the Sea
Hotel Lydia
"You won’t regret it"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Plantation Suites & Conference Center
"Clean room. We stayed upstairs. They have chairs so you can sit outside and enjoy the salty air. We loved sitting outside."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
The Island Hotel Near Beach Port Aransas
"Maybe a better breakfast and the juice and water taste like dirt"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Seaside Boutique Hotel
Ocean's Edge Hotel, Port Aransas,TX
"Room was very clean, tidy property, “happy hour” was 2 adult beverages and some hot wings, not bad and a nice touch!! For the price it was a very good deal."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Seashell Village Resort near the beach with kitchens
"The staff and management are very friendly and helpful. Thanks again for a wonderful experience!!!!!"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City-by-the Sea
Bahia Bay
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bahia Bay and surrounding area, you can visit The Gallery of Rockport and Conn Brown Harbor.
Palm Harbor
Palm Harbor might not have many top sights, but Rockport Beach Park and The Gallery of Rockport are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Heritage District
If you're spending some time in Heritage District, The Gallery of Rockport and Rockport Center for the Arts 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.
