World-class fishing, miles and miles of white sandy beaches, warm-water swimming -- Port Aransas has the ingredients to make your next vacation as memorable as it is relaxing.
We know where the blue marlin, red fish, snapper, tuna and trout are are. Come sign up for a day of Port Aransas fishing.
After a day of soaking the sun's warm rays, what better way to cap the day than a shopping spree. You'll find plenty of shops, boutiques and restaurants in Port A. Pick up a T-shirt. Maybe order some boiled shrimp and crab. No matter where you choose to explore, you can rest assured that Port Aransas island time is never rushed.
Miscellaneous
Other activities at Port A include boating excursions, sunset cruises, horseback riding along the beach, fishing from lighted piers or the ship channel jetties, free ferry transportation to the mainland, bringing you to dance/music clubs. A ferry ride followed by a short drive brings you to Corpus Christi, containing a multitude of shops and restaurants, the Texas State Aquarium, The Lexington Air Craft Carrier Museum and much, much more.
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Fishing Guides and Charters
Captain Ron Pierson (Deep Sea Charters)
Deep Sea Headquarters
Dolphin Docks
Fisherman's Wharf
Woody's Sports Center
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Port Aransas Restaurants
Castaways Seafood & Grill
Fins Grill & Icehouse
La Playa Mexican Grille
Little Joe's Smoke'n Grill
Marcel's
Lisa Bella's Bistro & Java Bar
Pelican Club
Pelican's Landing
Port "A" Pizzeria
Seafood & Spaghetti Works
Shell's Pasta & Seafood
Sips Coffee House & Cafe
Venetian Hot Plate
Virginia's on the Bay
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Golf
Newport Beach & Golf
Rockport Country Club
Padre Isles Country Club
Gabe Lozano Sr. Golf Center
Oso Beach Municipal Golf Course
Gardner Travel
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Galleries & Shopping
A Mano
Cita Resort Interiors
Fish Tales
Port A Gallery
The Barrier Reef, Inc.
Mikhal's Boutique
Stephanie's Stuff Boutique & Gifts
Mustang Island Art Gallery
Fly It Port A
Gratitude
Pelican's Landing Boardwalk
The Shops at Port A
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Night Spots
The Coast Club, 1023 hwy 361, suite A 361/749-JOES(5637)
Bernies Beachhouse, 730 Trout St. 361/749-4440
Back Porch Bar, 132 W. Cotter, 361-749-2800
Sharkey's, 2600 HWY 361, 361/749-4254. Classic rock to country in a casual, nautical atmosphere. Music, dancing, pool and games.
Beulah's & Pelican Club, 914 Tarpon., 361/749-4888. Four star, Contemporary casual fine dining inside or outdoors. Menu changes daily. Dinner Wednesday through Sunday from 5 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended.
Miscellaneous
Beach / Mustang Island. The miles and miles of beaches that border Mustang Island have many faces. Everyone has ideas about the "perfect" beach, and Port Aransas offers a variety that can meet everyone's expectations. Whether it's the vast beaches for sunbathing and swimming, or isolated beaches for exploring and fishing, Mustang Island has the "perfect" beach to complete your beachfront vacation.
Bird Watching. If you live and breathe birds, you'll flock to Port Aransas and Mustang Island. In the heart of the number-one birding state, more birds hang out here than anywhere else in Texas. Located in the Central Flyway, the island boasts hundreds of species as permanent residents and thousands of migrating birds that consider it a perfect stop.
Maritime Museum, 1202 Navigation Circle in Rockport, 361/729-1271. Dedicated to preserving and interpreting the rich maritime heritage of Texas. Discover the fascinating history for yourself! Stand on a life-sized ship's bridge or let the children board their own private vessel. Changing exhibits and interactive displays make a visit to the Museum a memorable experience. Tuesday through Saturday 10 am - 4 pm and Sunday from 1 pm - 4pm.
