- The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near South Padre Island, Texas, including 27 different types of inexpensive activities like Fishing, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Hiking Trails and Aquariums.
- From World Birding Center to Laguna Madre Nature Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South Padre Island and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Brownsville.
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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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Galaxy Bowling Center is a bowling alley that has leagues and offers open bowling. The bowling center hosts birthday parties and also has a snack bar and on site pro shop.
23.7 Miles
Numerous retailers are located within the Sunrise Mall. Popular options include the Build-A-Bear Workshop, Marshall's, Bath & Body Works, American Eagle Outfitters, Kirkland's, and Perfumania in addition to the Cinemark 16 movie theater and several dining selections.
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Sitting on a 527 acre plot of land, Sabal Palm Sanctuary is home to many species of birds. Endangered birds have found a home among many other colorful friends at the sanctuary.
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501 Ringgold #5, Brownsville, TX 78520
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For over a decade the Children's Museum of Brownsville has been a beacon of creativity for the community's children. With crafting and workshops, field trips, and parties, the museum welcome children of all ages.
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5 Dean Porter Park, Brownsville, TX 78520
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Specializing in Native American costumes, Costumes Of The Americans Museum features elaborate, historical pieces from Central and South America. The museum also features Spanish Colonial outfits like the Charro suits.
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660 E. Ringgold St, Brownsville, TX 78520
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An idea born from a groups passion for art during the Great Depression, Brownsville Museum of Fine Art was founded to give visitors a place to appreciate art and history. The museum is a 17,000 square foot space that houses fine art painting, drawings, and sculptures of cultural significance.
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Located along the water, Dean Porter Park is situated on 25 acres and features a children's museum, a playhouse theater and a swimming pool. The park provides children's playgrounds, a walking trail, open grass fields and picnic facilities.
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The Historic Brownsville Museum is located within the former Southern Pacific Railroad Depot building. The museum is dedicated to the providing exhibits and information related to the history of Brownsville.
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Originally built in 1850, the Stillman House Museum was once home to Mexican consul Manuel Trevino de los Santos Coy and became a museum in 1960. The museum features original windows, doors and shutters and includes books and artifacts.
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Oliveira Park is an outdoor park open to the public. Oliveira offers a skate park and a play area for children with special needs. Patrons can also sit and observe birds as previous bird watchers have sighted various colored parrots.