27-07-2025
Summer fun on a budget: What to do in Corpus Christi for less than $20
Looking for fun and affordable things to do in Corpus Christi?
The Caller-Times found 15 things people could do in the city for less than $20.
Art Museum of South Texas
Cost: Free to $10
Hours and location: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday; 1902 N. Shoreline Blvd.
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Beaches
Cost: Most beaches require a $12 parking permit that can be purchased at your local H-E-B or Stripes.
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Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History
Cost: Free to $15
Hours and location: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday; 1900 N. Chaparral St.
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Corpus Christi Public Libraries
Cost: A library card is free.
Hours: Vary by location.
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Concerts at Executive Surf Club
Cost: Free to attend
Hours and location: Live music performances start at 8:30 p.m. The restaurant's hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday; 306 N. Chaparral St.
More information: Find the schedule of musicians at
Instituto de Cultura Hispánica de Corpus Christi
Cost: Free, but donations are encouraged.
Hours and location: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; 1617 N. Chaparral St.
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Corpus Christi parks
Cost: Free
Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center
Cost: Free
Hours and location: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily; 2446 N. Oso Parkway
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Selena Museum
Cost: Free to $5
Hours and location: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; 5410 Leopard St.
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Skateparks
Cost: Free
Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
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South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center
Cost: Free to $10
Hours and location: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily; 8545 S. Staples St.
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Public splash pads and swimming pools
Cost: Free
Hours: Vary at each pool; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at splash pads
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Tennis centers
Cost: $3 to $6
Hours: Vary at each center.
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Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center
Cost: $3 to $6
Hours and location: Noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday; 1809 N. Chaparral St.
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Treasure Island Golf & Games
Cost: $8 to $10
Hours and location: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 14041 S. Padre Island Drive
More information: 361-949-1769
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