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Attractions · tours · markets

Things to do

Rides, games & family fun

Gravity Park

Ferris wheel (60 ft), The Rocket reverse bungee, Skycoaster swing, multi-level go-kart track, kids' karts, mini golf, climbing wall and classic arcade. 106 W Marlin St · nightly 6–10:30 pm.

Prices & hours

Island Fun Park

Go-karts, zip lines and mini golf on 40 family-owned acres. 1201 Padre Blvd.

Plan a visit

Island Adventure Park

Horseback rides on the beach and a petting barn with rescued animals, run by the same family as Island Fun Park.

Learn more

Beach Park at Isla Blanca

Water park at the south end of the island; seasonal hours.

Family activities

Markets

SPI Farmers' Market

Sundays 11 am–1 pm, year-round: produce, meats, cheese, juices, baked goods and local makers.

Details

First Friday Art Walk

Galleries and shops along Padre Blvd open late the first Friday of each month.

Chamber calendar

On the water & wildlife

Dolphin & sunset cruises

Laguna Madre, 1–2 hrs, from the bayside marinas.

See operators

Bay & offshore fishing

Half-day bay trips to full-day offshore charters.

See charters

Sea Turtle Inc.

Rescue center and exhibits, open daily; hatchling releases in season.

Plan a visit

Birding & Nature Center

Boardwalks over the wetlands and the alligator sanctuary.

Learn more

SpaceX Starbase viewing

Launch days change the bridge picture; the countdown on the Bridge page tracks Starbase only.

Launch info
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