- TripBuzz found 52 things to do with kids in or near South Padre Island, Texas, including 16 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Brownsville.
- From Sea Turtle, Inc. to Crystal Flats Guide Service - Private Trips, the South Padre Island area offers 32 different types of family activities, including: Fishing, Amusement Parks (All Ages), Nature & Wildlife Areas and Hiking Trails.
- South Padre Island, a barrier island along the Texas Gulf Coast, is a thriving tourist destination. It's beautiful family- and pet-friendly beaches, attractions and diverse shopping selections make it a desirable vacation location any time of year. The island is one of the most popular Spring Break destinations for young adults due to its sparkling waters, water recreation and nightlife.
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Rent a stand-up paddleboard or kayak for a full day and launch straight into the beautiful Laguna Madre
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A facility run completely on donations, Sea Turtle, Inc. is a rescue center where injured sea turtles are rehabilitated before being returned to sea. Visitors can watch a presentation, visit the shop and witness turtles being released.
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418 West Hwy 100, South Padre Island, TX 78578
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Captain Cliff Fleming pilots his 22 foot bay boat around South Padre Island and Crystal Flats to find the best fishing spot for Black Drum, Flounder, Speckled and Rainbow Trout, among other species on half-day, eight or ten hour excursions.
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Big Johns Fishing Guide Service offers charter fishing trips in the waters around South Padre Island. The service seeks out a variety of different fish, and provides customizable expeditions for customers of various experience and skill levels.
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Led by a captain with over 25 years of fishing experience, Capt. Jorge Flores Fishing Guide is a business offering its guests guided fishing trips. During the trips, visitors commonly catch varieties of Flounder, Trout, Redfish, and numerous others.
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33256 State Park Rd 100, Ste 104, South Padre Island, TX 78597
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Specializing in eco-tours,l The Original Dolphin Watch Tour takes visitors dolphin watching in Laguna Madre. During the trip, the crew will pull up live marine life from the ocean and explain what it is before putting it back.
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1 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597
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With Captain Murphy's Fishing Charters, visitors can spend a day fishing in the nearby bay or venture out farther into deep sea fishing. The captain runs a sunset dolphin tour where visitors can learn about the native ecosystem.
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100 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597
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South Padre Island's Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark & Resort is a water amusement park that offers a wide variety of water slides, rides, and attractions for visitors of all ages. The park also hosts concerts and special events.
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One Padre Blvd, SeaRanch Marina, South Padre Island, TX 78597
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South Padre Island Fishing Adventures offers bay, offshore and deep sea fishing charters where passengers are given all necessary equipment. Typical trips last 5 or 8 hours but longer trips can also be arranged.
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209 W Whiting Street, South Padre Island, TX 78597
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Specializing in fishing areas in the Lower Laguna Madre area, Always A Catch Fishing Trips provides guests with the chance to catch speckled trout and red drum. The guide provides all the necessary fishing equipment, including bait, reels, and rods.
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Operated by an experienced captain, Big Mother Bay Fishing provides visitors the opportunity to take a guided fishing tour of the local area. Trips are offered for up to four people and can last up to six hours in total.