Hurricane Alley Waterpark

The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History invites you to explore the natural history exhibits and a collection of artifacts that tell the history of the New World as it unfolded on the Gulf Coast. Check out the unique life-sized replicas of the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria ships. The vessels were a gift from Spain to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' voyage to the New World. They were constructed from authentic 15th-century materials, including wood from the same forest as Columbus' ships and hand-forged nails. Other exhibits include an interactive shipwreck display, artifacts related to French explorer Robert Cavelier, the Children's Wharf, Native American crafts, and bird and reptile eggs that chronicle the history and culture of South Texas.

Check out a show at one of the city's premier music venues, the House of Rock, where bands from across the state and around the region love to play at this club when they're in town. The venue and bar welcome bands that play all genres of music, providing an intimate setting that can accommodate about 600 people. Bands like Devildriver, Oceano, Cannibal Corpse, Haste The Day, Chiodos, The Expendables, and Jeffree Starr have performed at the venue. Don't forget the extra comforts that The House of Rock offers, such as happy hour, drink specials, foosball, pool tables, and more.

The Texas Sealife Center dedicates its time and effort to creating a haven for native wildlife who live on the property and patients in need of care. Their mission is to rescue injured or stranded coastal and aquatic wildlife, providing supportive care and rehabilitation, successfully releasing wildlife back into their natural habitat, and educating and promoting public awareness in the conservation efforts to save wildlife.

If you're looking for a classic Americana experience, a visit to a small town's Rialto Theater is a must-do. The name itself, meaning the theater district, is steeped in history and tradition. And if you're in the Texas Coastal Bend, you're in luck, Aransas Pass has its very own Rialto, right in the heart of downtown. It's one of the few remaining Rialtos in the country, and it's just a short drive from downtown Corpus Christi. The Rialto Theater in Aransas Pass is a hub for visual arts, music, and live theater performances. The original building has been renovated and reborn, offering a year-round event schedule packed with traditional and eclectic performances. You can catch a show in the 100-seat theater auditorium, grab a drink at the 40-seat beer/wine bar, or check out the art exhibits in the gallery and lobby.