Port Aransas Things To Do
Here is a map of Port Aransas filled with fun things to see and do in Port Aransas. Port Aransas, also known as Port A has a population of 3,370 and is on Mustang Island. Port Aransas is reached by a 24 hour free ferry or a causeway at the south end of the island. Port A was settled in 1855 and quickly developed into a fishing village, which it is best known for today. As one of the most popular tourist destinations on the Gulf Coast, the population swells by thousands as visitors come to fish, bird watch, golf, enjoy the many restaurants and nightclubs, and to get some beach time.
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Resources Guide For Port Aransas
Texas Outside Favorites | Shorty's Place, Bernie's, or the Back Porch for fun nightlife with the locals, Marina Beach RV Resort for camping, and Pamilla Beach Golf Course |
Ten Fun Things To Do In Port Aransas | Texas Outside's list of what to see and do in Port Aransas |
Port A Vacation | Read about our fun action packed vacation in Port Aransas |
Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce | Lots of good information on restaurants, lodging, nightlife, and things to do |
Port Aransas Events Calendar | A list of what's happin' in Port A |
Bird watching | Port Aransas is well know for bird watching and it has four of the country's top 12 bird watching sites |
University of Texas Marine Science Center | This research facility has aquariums with Gulf marine life, plants and more. |