Whether you're traveling on business or taking a family vacation to Corpus Christi, our hotel near the Texas State Aquarium is the perfect place to stay. You're sure to find fascinating and relaxing activities in this area no matter what your interests may be. Our Corpus Christi hotel is conveniently located near the USS Lexington and provides easy access to downtown shopping and museums. Other nearby attractions include Whataburger Field and the botanical gardens, just in case you get tired of sunbathing and water sports. If you're looking for Corpus Christi beach hotels, the Radisson has the location that lets you do it all.
Local attractions include:
Art Museum of South Texas: 1902 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78401, (361) 825-3500, 3.2 miles. Come marvel at the various styles and mediums of modern art that are displayed here. Most works were created by artists who call Texas home.
Concrete Street Amphitheater: 623 Power St, Corpus Christi, TX 78401, (361) 884-8085, 2.1 miles. Catch the area's hottest concerts at Concrete Street just a short distance from our Corpus Christi beach hotel's location.
Corpus Christi Beach (North Beach): Surfside Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX, (361) 826-2489, 0.3 miles. There's something for everyone at this beautiful public beach, whether you're into fishing, bird watching, sunbathing or swimming.
Corpus Christi Botanical Gardens and Nature Center: 8545 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 78413, (361) 852-2100, 16.6 miles. Savor the peaceful atmosphere and exotic, colorful beauty of these gardens outside the city.
Corpus Christi Municipal Marina: 400A N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78401, (361) 826-3980, 3.1 miles. This marina is at the center of the all the action in the city's bayfront area.
Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History: 1900 N Chaparral St, Corpus Christi, TX 78401, (361) 826-4650, 2.7 miles. Whether you're interested in geology, archeology or culture, visiting this museum dedicated to South Texas' history will be a fascinating experience.
Padre Island National Seashore: TX-P22, Kleberg County, TX, 29.9 miles. Nature lovers will want to spend some time exploring thousands of acres of barrier islands unspoiled by development.
Selena Museum: 5410 Leopard St, Corpus Christi, TX 78408, (361) 289-9013, 6.9 miles. Donated by the Tejano singer's father, the items displayed here allow fans to honor and remember Selena.
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi: 6300 Ocean Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, (361) 825-5700, 15.8 miles. Come discover the opportunities that an "Island University" education offers during your stay at our Corpus Christi hotel near the USS Lexington.
Texas State Aquarium: 2710 N. Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX, (1-800) 477-GULF, 0.4 miles. Children and adults alike will enjoy seeing marine life native to the Texas coast and the Gulf of Mexico when they stay at our hotel near Texas State Aquarium.
USS Lexington: 2914 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78403, (800) LADY LEX, 0.3 miles. History comes to life aboard "Lady Lex," a World War II and Vietnam War aircraft carrier that is now one of the area's most popular attractions. Don't miss the IMAX Theater and various exhibits.
Water Street Market: (361) 882-2211, 2.8 miles. Enjoy unique downtown shops and restaurants when you visit the Water Street Market.
Whataburger Field: 734 E Port Ave, Corpus Christi, TX 78401, (361) 561-4665, 2.5 miles. Take your family and friends to Whataburger Field, home of the Hooks, to experience exciting minor-league baseball and a beautiful view of the bay.
About Corpus Christi
Located on the Gulf of Mexico and boasting warm temperatures year-round , Corpus Christi is an ideal vacation spot or "snow bird" destination. The city, sheltered behind lovely barrier islands, is the largest along the Texas coast, whose miles of stunning shoreline are perfect for sunbathing or bird-watching. Padre Island National Seashore, just a few miles southeast of the city, is the area's most treasured natural gem. It includes more than 133,000 acres of undeveloped barrier islands. Corpus Christi's marina and downtown area bustle with energy. Shops, clubs, and restaurants line Water, Shoreline, and Chaparral Streets, while the marina offers boat rentals and beautiful views. A remarkable seawall and promenade in the vicinity also entice bikers, skaters, and walkers to take advantage of the picturesque locale. Ocean Drive, another lovely part of downtown, lines seven miles of waterfront real estate with homes, parks, and paved paths. Plus, historical and cultural attractions are numerous in the bayside town. The USS Lexington aircraft carrier, with its exhibits on naval history and a large-screen educational theater, is a floating museum. The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History, then, chronicles Spanish-American and Texas history, while the Art Museum of South Texas showcases regional art in a variety of media. Texas State Aquarium and Corpus Christi Botanical Gardens are popular destinations as well.
Did you know?
Though the exact reasons for war remain unclear to this day, the United States and its southern neighbor engaged in a series of battles between April of 1846 and February of 1848 - that is, after the United States annexed Texas in 1845. What does this have to do with Corpus Christi? Well, everything. The Nueces River, which flows south of the city and empties into Corpus Christi Bay, was once the border with Mexico; however, after the war, Mexico was forced to cede all land north of the Rio Grande to the US, making Texas the largest state until Alaska entered the Union in January of 1959.