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#Family Friendly
7 items across the Port A Guide.
Beaches
See all →I.B. Magee Beach Park
A county beach park at the top of the island — calmer water near the jetty, the fishing pier, restrooms and camping all in one spot.
Port Aransas Beach
Port Aransas's main event — a wide, drive-on Gulf beach where you can park right at your spot. Permit required; bring it before you go.
Attractions
See all →Farley Boat Works
The restored boat shop behind Port Aransas's tarpon-fishing legend — now a working heritage program where you can watch wooden boats take shape.
Mustang Island State Park
A Texas state park with five miles of natural Gulf beach, camping and a paddling trail — the wild, uncrowded side of Mustang Island.
Port Aransas Art Center
Port Aransas's community art center — rotating local exhibits, classes and a gift shop. A pleasant, low-key stop and a good rainy-day option.
Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture
A free city nature preserve of boardwalks and trails through tidal flats and wetlands — Port A's best easy-access birding.
University of Texas Marine Science Institute
A working marine research institute on the island with a public education center — aquaria and exhibits that explain the Gulf you're swimming in.