Activities & Attractions & Recreation
Gladys Porter Zoo
The Gladys Porter Zoo is a visitor-oriented zoological and botanical park, dedicated to the preservation of nature through education, conservation and research.
Southern Wave Sailing Charters
Southern Wave Catamaran Charters is located on South Padre Island. Spacious 48 foot sailing catamaran was custom built for our Sunset Dinner Cruises, Snorkeling Lunch cruises, private Charters.
Breakaway Cruises
Breakaway Cruises is the One Stop Activity Destination for South Padre Island, TX and prepared to make your South Padre Island vacation fun, informative and an experience you will not forget.
Osprey Fishing Trips
If you’re looking for fun on the water, you’ll find it here. Welcome aboard.
Island Adventure Park LLC
Come make your memories with us! We love what we do and we look forward to exploring the Island with you soon. Horseback rides, 500 foot zip-lines, and Petting Barn.
American Diving
A world-renowned scuba diving center born from that high-adventure spirit ......,Leading you from the office door to the hot sandy beaches of the Mexican border.....
Ka Motion Sailing Adventure
Ka Motion Sailing Adventure is a family owned and operated business. Captain Sean has over 20 plus years of operating in the lower Laguna Madre and Gulf of Mexico. Ka Motion was built in Alaska, saile
Ocean Motion
We have everything you are looking for! T-Shirts, shorts, dresses, swimsuits, boogie boards, hats, kids clothes, shoes, etc. Did you forget to pack the sunscreen? We have that too! Want a custom made t-shirt to take home and make everyone jealous you spent time at the beach? Stop by, we have an awesome selection to make the perfect souvenir shirt.
Isla Tours
SPI's headquarters for family fun activities! The Island's dolphin watching, eco-tours, fireworks cruises, Port of Brownsville tours, bay and deep sea fishing specialists!
Black Dragon Cruises
The Black Dragon is a modern day replica of an 17th Century Galleon. Below the water line, she is a modern sea worthy vessel with the latest marine technology, but above the water, she is a trip back
Windsurf the Boatyard
* Windsurfing * Windsurfing Rentals * Windsurfing Lessons * Kayak Rentals Stand Up Paddleboards
Paradise Fun Rentals
Looking for fun transportation on the Island? We are your golf cart and bike rental destination.
Dolphin Docks
Dolphin Docks is a privately owned family business. Their excursion boat offers fun and excitement for all ages. Join them for dolphin watching, bay fishing, eco tours, and sunset cruises, or book a p
Beach Park at Isla Blanca
On the southern tip of Texas, South Padre Island is home to the most beautiful beach on the Gulf of Mexico. The beach inspired waterpark features the Transportainment river system that connects nearly
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Coastal Studies Laboratory
Free admission. Aquarium. Museum. Gift Shop.
Beach Club
We have everything you are looking for! T-Shirts, shorts, dresses, swimsuits, boogie boards, hats, kids clothes, shoes, etc. Did you forget to pack the sunscreen? We have that too! Want a custom m
Capt. Gus's Saltwater Adventures LLC
We pride ourselves in bringing you and your family the best experience you can find. Saltwater fishing - All bait and tackle are provided as well as expert knowledge leading to your catch of a life
Lobo Del Mar Cafe
Lobo Del Mar is a family. One family, whose members form, (among other endeavors), a musical band & dance troupe, a seaside cafe and a water activity company. Over the years this family has traveled
Tierra Y Mar Outfitters
Luxury Deep Sea Fishing Charter, Hacienda Del Mar Bay House Rental, Wild Game Hunting
Parrot Eyes Restaurant-Bar, Watersports & Marina
Parrot Eyes is a tropical paradise for all who wish to experience fun activities, delicious food, and refreshing drinks on South Padre Island, Texas. You can find us just north of the Queen Isabella C
Children's Museum of Brownsville
The Children’s Museum of Brownsville offers children of all ages and backgrounds the opportunity to learn through fun and discovery through interactive and cooperative play. The museum provides intera
Sonny's Beach Service
Sonny's Beach Service has been providing the Island's most exciting and safest beach activities since 1986! They have over 25 years of professional experience and careful attention to details, like qu
Native Plant Center
The Native Plant Center is an outdoor garden featuring native plant exhibits and bedding communities unique to South Padre Island.
Sea Turtle, Inc.
Sea Turtle, Inc. is open for visitors year round, closed only on Mondays and Christmas day. We are a nonprofit, 501(C)(3) organization, operating solely on donations.
Texas Blue Water Rehab
Offshore fishing and spearfishing, snorkeling tours, bay fishing and fishing in the Port of Brownsville.
South Padre Island Golf Club
Prepare yourself for an unparalleled golfing experience. Our course is a pleasure for golfers of any skill level to play. The South Padre Island Golf Club will challenge you while providing a relaxing
Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier
Pirate’s Landing Fishing Pier in Port Isabel, TX is located perfectly at the entrance to the Queen Isabella Causeway that leads to South Padre Island. You can’t miss us… just go to the Lighthouse in P
House of Cards Social Club
After a day out, come visit us to get your competitive game on. House of Cards has great games to be competitive with other members. Tournaments every Sunday and Tuesday. Cash Games begin after tour
The Valley Land Fund
PRESERVE, EXPAND and ENHANCE The heart of The Valley Land Fund conservation efforts has been protecting the native wildlife habitat in the Rio Grande Valley for the last 30 years. In that time, we have achieved enormous success and have protected over 11,000+ acres of wildlife habitat. We are committed to educating the public about the importance of land conservation and protection of our natural resources. (A South Texas based non-profit organization working to conserve land.)
Coconut Jack's
Come to Coconut Jack's and bring your friends, or meet new ones here. Come relax and enjoy the best view, live music, cold drinks, and great food. If relaxing is not your thing try parasailing or o
South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary
Visit us on South Padre Island, walk the bayfront boardwalks, take a birding tour and explore the nature center
Museums of Port Isabel
The Museums of Port Isabel is a complex consisting of three diverse facilities, the Port Isabel Historic Museum, the Treasures of the Gulf Museum, and the Point Isabel Lighthouse. All three are within walking distance of each other and are open year around to the public.
Surf's Up
We have everything you are looking for! T-Shirts, shorts, dresses, swimsuits, boogie boards, hats, kids clothes, shoes, etc.
Island Cinema
Whatever the season, I invite you to come on in and make a memory at Island Cinema. We are a locally owned 4-screen movie house that features state-of-the-art digital projection and incredible audio t
Rio Grande Valley Wing
The only flying and transportation museum in the Rio Grande Valley, dedicated to preserving history and the spirit of freedom! We want you to be a part of a new flying and transportation museum - the
SPI Art Space
South Padre Island Art Space is a vibrant creative learning place where every level of artistic expression is thoughtfully explored. Our goal is to enrich our community by actively promoting the arts
