Crystal’s guidebook
Sightseeing
SPI has beautiful beaches, nightlife and plenty of restaurants to try out. There is also kayaking, water sports, bungee jumping, dolphin watching, beachfront dining and of course fishing!
https://www.sopadre.com/
186 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
South Padre Island
SPI has beautiful beaches, nightlife and plenty of restaurants to try out. There is also kayaking, water sports, bungee jumping, dolphin watching, beachfront dining and of course fishing!
https://www.sopadre.com/
This park has 1,200 acres of semi-tropical acres and is a part of the World Birding Center. Great location for walking, biking or even a tram ride.
https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/resaca-de-la-palma
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Resaca De La Palma State Park & World Birding Center
1000 New Carmen AveThis park has 1,200 acres of semi-tropical acres and is a part of the World Birding Center. Great location for walking, biking or even a tram ride.
https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/resaca-de-la-palma
A National Wildlife Refuge where you can enjoy nature hikes, kayaking, hunting, and fishing.
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/laguna_atascosa/
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Edificio administrativo y estación de contacto con visitantes del Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Laguna Atascosa
22688 Buena Vista BlvdA National Wildlife Refuge where you can enjoy nature hikes, kayaking, hunting, and fishing.
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/laguna_atascosa/
Gladys Porter Zoo is a zoological and botanical park located in Brownsville, Texas. The zoo officially opened on September 3, 1971, and currently averages 375,000 visitors annually. Situated on 31 acres, the zoo houses about 400 animal species and over 250 tropical and neo-tropical species and subspecies.
91 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Zoológico Gladys Porter
500 E Ringgold StGladys Porter Zoo is a zoological and botanical park located in Brownsville, Texas. The zoo officially opened on September 3, 1971, and currently averages 375,000 visitors annually. Situated on 31 acres, the zoo houses about 400 animal species and over 250 tropical and neo-tropical species and subspecies.
Boca Chica State Park was a Texas state park located in the Boca Chica Subdelta of the Rio Grande near Brownsville in southeastern Cameron County, Texas. The park was acquired and opened in May 1994.
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Boca Chica Beach
Boca Chica State Park was a Texas state park located in the Boca Chica Subdelta of the Rio Grande near Brownsville in southeastern Cameron County, Texas. The park was acquired and opened in May 1994.
The Sabal Palm Sanctuary is a 557-acre nature reserve and bird sanctuary located in the delta of the Rio Grande Valley in Cameron County near Brownsville, Texas. It is noted for being one of the last locations in the Rio Grande Valley with a profuse grove of sabal palms, an edible-heart-bearing palm much prized by pre-Hispanic inhabitants and noted by early explorers. As a relatively habitat-rich remnant of this Valley, it is a prized birdwatching and butterfly watching location for persons interested in the ecology of the Valley and adjacent states of northern Mexico. The Sabal Palm Sanctuary closely approaches the southernmost point in the state of Texas, and is the southernmost point accessible to the public
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sabal Palm Sanctuary
8435 Sabal Palm Grove RdThe Sabal Palm Sanctuary is a 557-acre nature reserve and bird sanctuary located in the delta of the Rio Grande Valley in Cameron County near Brownsville, Texas. It is noted for being one of the last locations in the Rio Grande Valley with a profuse grove of sabal palms, an edible-heart-bearing palm much prized by pre-Hispanic inhabitants and noted by early explorers. As a relatively habitat-rich remnant of this Valley, it is a prized birdwatching and butterfly watching location for persons interested in the ecology of the Valley and adjacent states of northern Mexico. The Sabal Palm Sanctuary closely approaches the southernmost point in the state of Texas, and is the southernmost point accessible to the public
Interactive learning for young children close to the zoo.
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Children's Museum of Brownsville
501 E Ringgold StInteractive learning for young children close to the zoo.
Matamoros
Minutes away from another country!
Cinemark Sunrise Mall and XD
2370 Old Hwy 77Sunrise Mall
2370 North ExpyMexican Food
Emilia's Restaurant
5182 S Padre Island HwyGreat Mexican food with large serving sized plates at a budget-friendly price!
This cozy little restaurant is less than a mile away from your stay. Great food at great prices!
Fina's Coffee Shop
435 Old Port Isabel RdThis cozy little restaurant is less than a mile away from your stay. Great food at great prices!
3 Marias Quesadillas
3231 Pablo Kisel BlvdLocal institution dating back to 1934 serving down-home American & Tex-Mex faves in a simple space.
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Vermillion Restaurant and Watering Hole
115 Paredes Line RdLocal institution dating back to 1934 serving down-home American & Tex-Mex faves in a simple space.
Taqueria Ultimo Taco
938 North ExpyMi Pueblito
3101 Pablo Kisel BlvdSuper Cream
1014 Ruben M Torres BlvdToddle Inn Restaurant
1740 Central BlvdBigo's Bar & Grill
464 Paredes Line RdAntonio's
840 Paredes Line RdFood scene
Family-friendly chain serving American comfort food with a Texas twist, plus cocktails.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
2495 Frontage RdFamily-friendly chain serving American comfort food with a Texas twist, plus cocktails.
Vibrant outpost featuring classic Tex-Mex dishes & cocktails in a stylish space, plus a large patio.
Adolios
2370 North StreetVibrant outpost featuring classic Tex-Mex dishes & cocktails in a stylish space, plus a large patio.
Brisket, ribs & sides served up cafeteria-style in a no-frills setting with indoor picnic tables.
Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
2780 Frontage RoadBrisket, ribs & sides served up cafeteria-style in a no-frills setting with indoor picnic tables.
Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting. Bar and drinks setting on the other side of the restaurant as well.
52 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Chili's Grill & Bar
3660 N Camp Creek Pkwy SWFamily-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting. Bar and drinks setting on the other side of the restaurant as well.
Chic, upscale-casual restaurant serving Italian cuisine & cocktails, with indoor & outdoor seating.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Toscafino
3001 Pablo Kisel BlvdChic, upscale-casual restaurant serving Italian cuisine & cocktails, with indoor & outdoor seating.
Kumori Sushi & Teppanyaki - Brownsville
3340 Pablo Kisel BlvdLively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Texas Roadhouse
4805 83Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.
Mariscos De La Rosa
7738 Padre Island HwyFresh Fish and shrimp.
Gazpachos
2451 Pablo Kisel BlvdConsejos para la ciudad
Qué debes empacar
pack for both light cold weather and hot temps
Brownsville weather can be unpredictable. During our "colder" season, lows tend to reach 50 degrees and during the day will rise to low 80 degrees.
Facilidad para moverse por la casa
not a walking-friendly city.
Safe city but locations are fairly far apart, therefore, rental cars are recommended or uber/taxis.