South Side Travel Guide
Corpus Christi


Popular places to visit

Port Aransas Beach
Why not spend a care-free 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?

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.

Texas State Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Texas State Aquarium during your travels in Corpus Christi. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

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 State Park
You can take time to visit Mustang Island State Park during your travels to Corpus Christi. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket

Corpus Christi: Guided Ghost Tour
Top hotels in South Side

Atwell Suites Corpus Christi Southeast by IHG
It's a nice new hotel. The staff was great and the breakfast was pretty good. They didn't have hot oatmeal every day, but always had the instant in a cup. Nondairy milk was available upon request. At check in, they gave us a card for a free beer and pretzels/beer nut snacks good for the first evening. ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Extended Stay America Suites Corpus Christi Staples
Had some booking issues but they were willing to work with us I love the staff there that's the reason why I keep coming back
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Corpus Christi Southeast
Sheets had stains on them , hole on ceiling In room not covered by outlet plate
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Hyatt Place Corpus Christi
The walls by the desk had some very large green buggers stuck on the walls that was just absolutely nasty to look at. To top it off, the room also had German Roaches. My children and I had to kill 3 of them our selves. Absolutely a terrible experience, and I would not trade Hilton again for this ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Corpus Christi Central
Excellent location.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Red Roof Inn Corpus Christi South
Air conditioner did not keep room cool at night. My bed was horrible and blanket had stains all over both beds. Toilet would not even flush properly Friday night and then Saturday would not flush at all in the morning or that night. Would not recommend staying there
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Side

Bay Area
If you're spending some time in Bay Area, Oso Beach Municipal Golf Course and Cole Park are top sights worth seeing.

Del Mar
While visiting Del Mar, you might make a stop by sights like McGee Beach and Cole Park.

Flour Bluff
Flour Bluff is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Laguna Madre and Funtrackers Family Fun Center.

Central City
While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Selena Museum and McGee Beach.

Downtown Corpus Christi
If you're spending some time in Downtown Corpus Christi, One Shoreline Plaza and Corpus Christi Marina are top sights worth seeing.

North Beach
North Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington Museum on the Bay.

