{"id":415894,"date":"2023-09-05T20:04:27","date_gmt":"2023-09-06T01:04:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=415894"},"modified":"2023-09-05T20:04:52","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T01:04:52","slug":"water-sports-and-bar-crawls-go-beyond-in-corpus-christi-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/water-sports-and-bar-crawls-go-beyond-in-corpus-christi-texas\/","title":{"rendered":"Water Sports and Bar Crawls – Go Beyond in Corpus Christi, Texas"},"content":{"rendered":"

Looking for a cool place to hang out on the water? Check out Corpus Christi, the Gulf Coast Capital of Texas. This is the place to bring your buds.<\/p>\n

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With 100 miles of sandy shoreline, Corpus Christi is a vibrant coastal city that has it all\u2026contemporary culture, surfing, minor league baseball, and amazing festivals. What do Farah Fawcett, Selena, and Whataburger have in common?\u00a0 They\u2019re all from Corpus Christi!<\/p>\n

The Omni Corpus Christi \u2013 Luxury on the Bay <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Room with a view. Photo courtesy of Omni Corpus Christi.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Check out the Omni Hotel<\/a> and see why this mega 475-room Corpus Christi location lives up to the hype. Great views of the bay and the boats. Head to the heck out the Glass Pavilion for its humongous buffet breakfast with made-to-omelets, fresh breads, and yogurts.<\/p>\n

The rooftop has multi-levels for dining in the Republic of Texas Bar & Grill, serving Texas-size steaks, chops and seafood.<\/p>\n

Other hotel amenities include two pools, full service spa and business center. You\u2019ll love the downtown location, ideal for business or leisure. Check out their web<\/p>\n

Play at Padre Island National Seashore<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Visit Corpus Christi.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Padre Island National Seashore is located on Padre Island, \u00a0along Texas\u2019s southern coast of the\u00a0Gulf of Mexico<\/a>\u00a0and the longest undeveloped barrier island in the world. With 70 miles of unspoiled beaches and dunes, outdoor recreation is king.<\/p>\n

Check out surfing, horseback riding and the freshest seafood you\u2019ll find on the planet.<\/p>\n

But don\u2019t be confused by the name. This is not the South Padre Island you\u2019ve seen in pictures, teeming with college students. That South Padre Island is more than three hours away along the Texas Gulf Coast.<\/p>\n

First Stop \u2013 Island Joe\u2019s Coffee and Gallery<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Come meet the locals and check out the art. Grab a Fro-Joe expresso and fuel up with some baked in-house kolaches or biscuits to go. Check out their Facebook page for info on game nights, movie nights and other events.<\/p>\n

Surf’s Up<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Brittany Faulkner instructs the group on the finer points of the surf board. Photo by Mira Temkin.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Want to learn how to catch a wave? Texas Surf Camps <\/a>provides expert instruction to get you up on the water in no time. Let surf-aficionado Morgan Faulkner and his wife, Brittany of Texas Surf Camp teach you the skills so you feel the salty breezes on your back. Remember to snap a photo or two to show your friends. You\u2019ll make it look easy!<\/p>\n

Ride with Horses on the Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Horses on the Beach. Photo by Janie Pace.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Horses on the Beach offers a leisurely ride along the shore and through the dunes. Bring your pals for a ride you\u2019ll always remember. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, Horses On The Beach is destined to be your favorite adventure. Choose from two rides, a sunset ride or one-hour ride.<\/p>\n

Dine at Doc\u2019s Seafood & Steaks<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Freshest seafood at Doc’s.\u00a0 Photo by Mira Temkin.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A mainstay on Padre Island for almost 20 years, Doc\u2019s Seafood and Steaks<\/a> is the place for fresh seafood and great steaks with awesome views. Their extensive menu features seasonal fish from the Gulf, fresh Gulf shrimp, certified Angus steaks, salads, burgers, and more.<\/p>\n

Dine as you hear the seagulls flying overhead and watch the fishing boats come to shore with their catch. If you\u2019re a fisherman yourself, bring your catch to Doc\u2019s and they\u2019ll cook it for you.<\/p>\n

Be sure to check out Scoopy\u2019s<\/a> Ice Cream for dessert.<\/p>\n

Kayaks that Light up the Night <\/strong><\/p>\n

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This is the ultimate kayaking gig, almost otherworldly. Join Glow Row<\/a> \u201cGlow in the Dark Kayaking\u201d and glide along the tranquil waters of Corpus Christi Bay. Equipped with special glow-in-the-dark kayaks and illuminated paddles, it\u2019s chill to follow the group of colorful kayaks. Check out the fish swimming underneath your boat. Choose from the 8 and 10 pm timeslots and ride for 90 minutes on Laguna Madre.<\/p>\n

Batter Up at Whataburger Field<\/strong><\/p>\n

Baseball fans can cheer on the Corpus Christi Hooks, a\u00a0Double-A<\/a>\u00a0affiliate of the\u00a0Houston Astros<\/a>. It\u2019s like watching the Cubs or Sox and just as much fun. The Hooks season runs from April \u2013 September.<\/p>\n

Put the Pedal to the Medal with Local Brews <\/strong><\/h6>\n

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These mobile cruisers make for bar-hopping fun. So, jump aboard the Blue Shore Pedal Lounge<\/a> and pedal your way through the Corpus Christi Mural and Art Trail. Stop at craft beer bars and taste the local brews. Great for bachelor and bachelorette parties.<\/p>\n

Take a selfie with Corpus Christi\u2019s Famous Daughters <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Farrah Fawcett was from Corpus Christi.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This is the town of Farrah Fawcett, Eva Longoria and Selena, the Queen of Tejano music. Don\u2019t miss the prominent mural of Farrah by the beach and a newly installed mural of Selena in the neighborhood where she grew up.<\/p>\n

Where to Eat <\/strong><\/h6>\n
Dokyo Dauntaun<\/strong><\/h6>\n

This Neo-Tokyo-inspired paradise is truly unique in d\u00e9cor and cuisine. \u00a0A melting pot of diverse culture and culinary delights, DOKYO will delight you with its menu offerings and immersive experiences.<\/p>\n

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Central Kitchen<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Downtown Hot Brown at Central Kitchen. Photo by Mira Temkin.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Central Kitchen<\/a> is the perfect option for breakfast with fresh-made, in house breads, sandwiches, breakfast toasts, and sauces. Devour the Billy Elvis Bread made with Nutella or the Downtown Hot Brown.<\/p>\n

Start planning your next beach escape to Corpus Christi<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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