Creating Memories
SPI, TX
Sightseeing
Explore South Padre Island Birding, nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary
Website: https://www.spibirding.com/
153 locals recommend
South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
6801 Padre BlvdExplore South Padre Island Birding, nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary
Website: https://www.spibirding.com/
Take time out your day to schedule a dolphin watching tour!
Website: https://theoriginaldolphinwatch.com/
39 locals recommend
The Original Dolphin Watch
33256 State Park Rd 100Take time out your day to schedule a dolphin watching tour!
Website: https://theoriginaldolphinwatch.com/
Sea Turtle, Inc. is open year-round for visitors to meet our rehabilitating patients and non-releasable residents. Self-guide through our rehabilitation and education facilities to learn all about sea turtles in the Gulf of Mexico, and enjoy our daily presentations and turtle feedings
Website https://seaturtleinc.org/
205 locals recommend
Sea Turtle, Inc.
6617 Padre BlvdSea Turtle, Inc. is open year-round for visitors to meet our rehabilitating patients and non-releasable residents. Self-guide through our rehabilitation and education facilities to learn all about sea turtles in the Gulf of Mexico, and enjoy our daily presentations and turtle feedings
Website https://seaturtleinc.org/
SpaceX Launch Control Center
Joanna Street
Website: https://www.spacex.com/
Gladys Porter Zoo
500 E Ringgold StWebsite: https://gpz.org/
This place offers zip-line circuit as fast, or, slow as you want to during your session.
A Petting Barn is filled with birds and animals we have rescued or have been donated to us for a forever home.
Children can enjoy a safe and educational interaction with all of our birds and animals (us big kids too).
Website: https://www.southpadreislandadventures.com/
40 locals recommend
South Padre Island Adventure Park
21040 State Park Rd 100This place offers zip-line circuit as fast, or, slow as you want to during your session.
A Petting Barn is filled with birds and animals we have rescued or have been donated to us for a forever home.
Children can enjoy a safe and educational interaction with all of our birds and animals (us big kids too).
Website: https://www.southpadreislandadventures.com/
The Whaling Wall is part of artist Wyland's contribution to walls around the country. The Whaling Wall is featured at the South Padre Island Convention Centre and its located on the north end of the Island, approximately four miles north of the causeway.
Address: 733 Padre Blvd
South Padre Island, TX 78597
Phone: 956-761-3000
Website: https://www.facebook.com/SPIConventionCentre/
9 locals recommend
South Padre Island Convention Centre
7355 Padre BlvdThe Whaling Wall is part of artist Wyland's contribution to walls around the country. The Whaling Wall is featured at the South Padre Island Convention Centre and its located on the north end of the Island, approximately four miles north of the causeway.
Address: 733 Padre Blvd
South Padre Island, TX 78597
Phone: 956-761-3000
Website: https://www.facebook.com/SPIConventionCentre/
Renting Boats for professional fishing boats by and Luxury cruising pontoon boats.
Book online, call, or stop in
1506-C W. State Hwy 100
Port Isabel, TX 78578
South Padre Boat Rentals
1506c Texas 100Renting Boats for professional fishing boats by and Luxury cruising pontoon boats.
Book online, call, or stop in
1506-C W. State Hwy 100
Port Isabel, TX 78578
See the Beauty of South Padre Island and Explore its Exciting Waters with Henry's Charters.
Henry's Charters
See the Beauty of South Padre Island and Explore its Exciting Waters with Henry's Charters.
American Diving
33256 State Park Rd 100Ka Motion Sailing Adventure
200 Pike StFood scene
A great place to eat with great view of the ocean and other activities to enjoy.
57 locals recommend
Pirate's Landing
110 N Garcia StA great place to eat with great view of the ocean and other activities to enjoy.
Daddy's Seafood & Cajun Kitchen
1800 Padre BlvdGreat Place to eat and enjoy live music.
Whether you want to sit and chat with your friends, cheer on your favorite team or cut a rug till the wee hours. Kick back and enjoy your favorite cocktail while watching the sun say goodnight at the Sunset Bar.
161 locals recommend
Tequila Frogs
2305 Laguna BlvdWhether you want to sit and chat with your friends, cheer on your favorite team or cut a rug till the wee hours. Kick back and enjoy your favorite cocktail while watching the sun say goodnight at the Sunset Bar.
Josephine’s Kitchen
3409 Padre BlvdA great place to eat for breakfast.
Dinner is more than just a meal. At Liam’s Steak House & Oyster Bar, it’s a moment to create special memories and celebrate special events.
74 locals recommend
Liam's Steak House & Oyster Bar
202 W Tarpon StDinner is more than just a meal. At Liam’s Steak House & Oyster Bar, it’s a moment to create special memories and celebrate special events.
Live music: International Rock, Pop, Country, Cumbria, Tejano
68 locals recommend
LongBoard Bar and Grill
205 W Palm StLive music: International Rock, Pop, Country, Cumbria, Tejano
Comfortable, family-owned standby whipping up a big menu of traditional Italian dishes & pizza.
51 locals recommend
The Meatball Cafe
2412 Padre BlvdComfortable, family-owned standby whipping up a big menu of traditional Italian dishes & pizza.
Gastropub crafting burgers, steaks, seafood, beer & more in a casual ambience with a deck & views.
67 locals recommend
Padre Island Brewing Co
3400 Padre BlvdGastropub crafting burgers, steaks, seafood, beer & more in a casual ambience with a deck & views.
Wanna wanna is a local favorite beach bar in SPI! With its beach view and good food/drinks … it’s definitely a place to chill as you admire the beauty of the ocean.
It is located off Gulf street. You will make a left from the condo parking lot and walk down to the next block , Gulf, and make a right .. and it will be in your left. Don’t miss it!
123 locals recommend
Wanna Wanna Inn Beach Bar & Grill
5100 Gulf BlvdWanna wanna is a local favorite beach bar in SPI! With its beach view and good food/drinks … it’s definitely a place to chill as you admire the beauty of the ocean.
It is located off Gulf street. You will make a left from the condo parking lot and walk down to the next block , Gulf, and make a right .. and it will be in your left. Don’t miss it!
Cafe on the beach is a local favorite beach cafe in SPI! Enjoy admiring the ocean view while you eat!
Its located off Gulf street . You will make a left from the condo parking lot and walk down to the next block , Gulf, and make a right .. and continue walking a few blocks and it will be in your left. Don’t miss it!
30 locals recommend
The Palms Resort
3616 Gulf Blvd Cafe on the beach is a local favorite beach cafe in SPI! Enjoy admiring the ocean view while you eat!
Its located off Gulf street . You will make a left from the condo parking lot and walk down to the next block , Gulf, and make a right .. and continue walking a few blocks and it will be in your left. Don’t miss it!
Acclaimed Peruvian and Japenese cuisine in a high-energy environment with spectacular dishes and mixed flavor
1500 Gulf Blvd
South Padre Island, TX 78597
ROCOTTO GRILL
1500 Gulf BoulevardAcclaimed Peruvian and Japenese cuisine in a high-energy environment with spectacular dishes and mixed flavor
1500 Gulf Blvd
South Padre Island, TX 78597
A local favorite on the Island. The "Home of the Indoor Beach Party.
3212 Padre Blvd
South Padre Island, TX 78597
24 locals recommend
Tom and Jerry's
3212 Padre BlvdA local favorite on the Island. The "Home of the Indoor Beach Party.
3212 Padre Blvd
South Padre Island, TX 78597
F&B
3109 Padre BlvdModern Coastal Cuisine
3109 Padre Boulevard
South Padre Island, TX 78597
Casual dinning on the water
2401 Laguna Boulevard
South Padre Island TX
97 locals recommend
Laguna BOB
2401 Laguna BlvdCasual dinning on the water
2401 Laguna Boulevard
South Padre Island TX
Laid-back strip-mall joint serving egg dishes, pancakes & sandwiches, plus coffee & mimosas. Serve Breakfast, Brunch, and American (Traditional)
146 locals recommend
Yummies Bistro
700 Padre BlvdLaid-back strip-mall joint serving egg dishes, pancakes & sandwiches, plus coffee & mimosas. Serve Breakfast, Brunch, and American (Traditional)
Self serve Frozen Yogurt, Dairy free and Sugar Free options, Topping Bar, Sweet Crepes, Fresh Fruit Smoothies, Gourmet Coffee drinks, Sandwiches, Salads, Burgers, Wraps, Quesadillas, Fruit Parfaits, Waffles. Yogurt, Coffee, Deli Sandwiches
Umix Yogurt & Deli
1004 Padre BlvdSelf serve Frozen Yogurt, Dairy free and Sugar Free options, Topping Bar, Sweet Crepes, Fresh Fruit Smoothies, Gourmet Coffee drinks, Sandwiches, Salads, Burgers, Wraps, Quesadillas, Fruit Parfaits, Waffles. Yogurt, Coffee, Deli Sandwiches
Casual breakfast & lunch spot providing a mix of American & Mexican dishes, plus an espresso bar.
65 locals recommend
The Grapevine Cafe & Coffeehouse
100 Swordfish StCasual breakfast & lunch spot providing a mix of American & Mexican dishes, plus an espresso bar.
Seafood baskets, burgers & a full bar at a casual bayside hangout with a patio.
9 locals recommend
Coconut Jack's
2301 Laguna BlvdSeafood baskets, burgers & a full bar at a casual bayside hangout with a patio.
Mahi Nate
33384 State Park Rd 100A family owned restaurant located on the scenic Laguna Madre Bay just off the end of Palm St. Offer a variety of delicious dishes, including American Cuisine, seafood, and grilled items.
45 locals recommend
Lobo Del Mar Cafe
204 Palm StA family owned restaurant located on the scenic Laguna Madre Bay just off the end of Palm St. Offer a variety of delicious dishes, including American Cuisine, seafood, and grilled items.
Rentals
Sonny’s Beach Service, Inc.
310 Padre BlvdEnjoy all watersports that SPI has to offer!
SPI Water Rentals
2401 Laguna BlvdWebsite: https://www.spiwaterrentals.com/
Popular rentals: 2 beach chair and umbrella, Banana boat ride, and surf lessons.
Hours
10am - 6pm CST ( summer)
10am - 5 pm CST ( all other)
Jim's Beach Service
Popular rentals: 2 beach chair and umbrella, Banana boat ride, and surf lessons.
Hours
10am - 6pm CST ( summer)
10am - 5 pm CST ( all other)
Bayside Water Rentals
211 W Swordfish StSPI Sessions Watersports: Jet Ski Rentals, Kayaks and Paddleboarding Rentals
Cruises
Osprey Cruises
501 Padre BlvdWebsite: https://www.ospreycruises.com/
Ka Motion Sailing Adventure
200 Pike St2 hour Sunset Dinner Cruise
Beach Time
The Clayton beach bar has direct beach access. It is 3 minutes in driving distance from the condo unit. This is an awesome location to chill and enjoy the amazing view of the ocean while sipping on your favorite drink available at Clayton's Bar. While you watch your kids playing in the sand!
Also a great location for events for fun in the sun!
164 locals recommend
Clayton's Beach Bar & Event Venue
6900 Padre BlvdThe Clayton beach bar has direct beach access. It is 3 minutes in driving distance from the condo unit. This is an awesome location to chill and enjoy the amazing view of the ocean while sipping on your favorite drink available at Clayton's Bar. While you watch your kids playing in the sand!
Also a great location for events for fun in the sun!
Sand Castle Lessons with Andy Hancock
Website: sandcastlelessons.com
Phone: 956-433-9948
To book lessons:
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Gulf Boulevard
Gulf BoulevardSand Castle Lessons with Andy Hancock
Website: sandcastlelessons.com
Phone: 956-433-9948
To book lessons:
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This beach access is .7 miles or 13 minutes walking distance from the condo.
Beach Access #16 - Neptune Circle
This beach access is .7 miles or 13 minutes walking distance from the condo.
Beach access 20 . It is .2 miles or 3 a minutes walking distance from the condo.
Make a left existing the condo parking lot, walk down a block to Gulf Blvd. Make a left on gulf and it will be on your right.
5212 Gulf Blvd
5212 Gulf BoulevardBeach access 20 . It is .2 miles or 3 a minutes walking distance from the condo.
Make a left existing the condo parking lot, walk down a block to Gulf Blvd. Make a left on gulf and it will be on your right.
This beach access is .4 miles or 7 minutes walking distance from the condo.
Beach Access #21 Goodhope Circle
This beach access is .4 miles or 7 minutes walking distance from the condo.
33261 State Park Rd 100
Fishing
Enjoy learning how to catch Redfish, Speckled Trout, Snook, Flounder or other species on your privite bay fishing charter with Captain Mike Knox.
Website: https://blasttocast.com/
Blast To Cast Fishing Guide Service
211 West Swordfish StreetEnjoy learning how to catch Redfish, Speckled Trout, Snook, Flounder or other species on your privite bay fishing charter with Captain Mike Knox.
Website: https://blasttocast.com/
Go first class on deep sea fishing trip. Seasonal fish: Red Snapper, Tuna, Kingfish, Shark, Amberjack, Dorado, and Grouper.
Daily Trips: 5hr/8hr/12hr
www.ospreycrusises
Osprey Fishing Trips
501 Padre BlvdGo first class on deep sea fishing trip. Seasonal fish: Red Snapper, Tuna, Kingfish, Shark, Amberjack, Dorado, and Grouper.
Daily Trips: 5hr/8hr/12hr
www.ospreycrusises
Off shore fishing charters. All skill levels and kids are welcome. All bait/tackle is included. Seasonal fishing: Snapper, grouper, tuna, amberjack, sailfish, marlin, swordifish, kingfish and more.
They offer fishing trips from half day trips to full day trips.
Captain Josh offshore fishing charters
40 Tarpon AvenueOff shore fishing charters. All skill levels and kids are welcome. All bait/tackle is included. Seasonal fishing: Snapper, grouper, tuna, amberjack, sailfish, marlin, swordifish, kingfish and more.
They offer fishing trips from half day trips to full day trips.
Old Salt Charters - SPI
Parks
Gravity Park is an adventure and amusement park on South Padre Island, Texas. The attractions include: The Tallest Reverse-Bungee in the world (The Rocket), A Skycoaster (Giant Swing) with a view of the whole island, a multi-level Adult Go-Kart track and a children's Go-Karts, Mini-Golf, a 60 foot Ferris Wheel, a Trampoline Ride, an Arcade, and a Climbing Wall
Website: http://gravitypark.squarespace.com/
65 locals recommend
Gravity Park
106 West Marlin StreetGravity Park is an adventure and amusement park on South Padre Island, Texas. The attractions include: The Tallest Reverse-Bungee in the world (The Rocket), A Skycoaster (Giant Swing) with a view of the whole island, a multi-level Adult Go-Kart track and a children's Go-Karts, Mini-Golf, a 60 foot Ferris Wheel, a Trampoline Ride, an Arcade, and a Climbing Wall
Website: http://gravitypark.squarespace.com/
Transportainment (transportation, sport, and entertainment): Beach Park features the award winning Transportainment river system allowing guests to float around interconnected sections of the park without every leaving the water.
33261 State Park Road 100
South Padre Island, Texas
79 locals recommend
Beach Park at Isla Blanca
33261 State Park Rd 100Transportainment (transportation, sport, and entertainment): Beach Park features the award winning Transportainment river system allowing guests to float around interconnected sections of the park without every leaving the water.
33261 State Park Road 100
South Padre Island, Texas