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1. Sea Turtle Inc ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. The South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. Padre Island National Seashore

Romantic Islands
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4. Southern Wave Sailing Charters of South Padre Island

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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5. Isla Blanca Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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6. Laguna Madre Nature Trail

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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7. Beach Park At Isla Blanca

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. South Padre Island Adventure Park

Tours in the Area
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9. Coastal Studies Laboratory

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10. Sand Castle Lessons

Romantic Castles
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11. Isla Tours

Tours in the Area
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12. The Original Dolphin Watch

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13. Wyland Whaling Wall Number 53

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14. Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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15. Andy Bowie County Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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16. Crystal Flats Guide Service

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17. Sea Ranch Restaurant-Bar

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • South Padre Island is nestled on the Gulf of Mexico, near Brownsville, at the southeastern-most tip of Texas.
  • Because the island is only half a mile wide, you can see beaches from nearly any vantage point on the island.
  • There are ecological tours, dolphin sightings, and peaceful walks along the sand.
  • South Padre Island is a choice destination for honeymooners, couples looking to eat out and relax, and families ready for adventure.

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