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Things To Do in South Padre Island, TX
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By
Keayanna Anderson
A repeat visitor's guide to South Padre Island covering the best beach spots, under-the-radar finds, and date night picks worth coming back for.
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We stayed here our first few times with no issues.
Beachfront Resort in South Padre Island - La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
A nice way to experience nature.
Laguna Madre Nature Trail
This is usually one of the first places we hit when getting onto the island.
Clayton's South Padre Island - The Biggest Beach Bar in Texas
Super casual but 10/10 seafood!
Dirty Al's SPI
Great pasta by the beach, what else needs to be said?
The Meatball Cafe
A great place to have a drink, some fried shrimp, and stare out at the water during sunset.
Waterfront Restaurant - Lobo Del Mar Cafe
Massive, indoor-outdoor hangout on the water with concerts, dancing, bar food & tropical cocktails.
Longboard Bar & Grill
Pirate-themed eatery next to the pier offering sandwiches, steaks & local seafood, plus water views.
Pirate's Landing
Pretty sure I had some ahi tuna here that changed my life.
Blackbeards' Restaurant
When I tell you the ceviche and oysters were SO fresh. I mean it. Stop here before getting onto the island. You won't regret it.
Los Tortugo's Seafood Market | Port Isabel TX
The only remaining Texas coast lighthouse open to the public has 75 stairs & offers sweeping views.
Port Isabel Lighthouse
Sand castle exhibit that spans across the island.
Sandcastle Village of South Padre Island
Gift shop, playscape and must visit when going to SPI.
Bobz World
This one is for the true nature lovers!
South Padre Island Birding And Nature Center
This one is always the highlight of the trip.
Sea Turtle Inc.
Opened in 1993, this amusement park offers reverse bungee, go-karts, mini-golf & more. Side note: the go karts are crazy fun.
Gravity Park South Padre Island - Amusement Park
The best photo op!
South Padre Island Welcome Sign
We had so much fun on this tour!
The Original Dolphin Watch South Padre Island
