The most memorable parts of a family vacation are related to the destination — what makes the city unique? Corpus Christi, as rich in landmarks as it is in history, has plenty to discover. Whether you plan your trips ahead of time or you’re looking for things to do with kids in Corpus Christi upon arrival, it’s important to do some research. Look below:

• See the sealife at Texas State Aquarium
• Visit the coastal beauty of 18-mi Mustang Island
• Ride on one of the best coasters in the country, Schlitterbahn
• Snap a photo at Corpus Christi Watergarden
• See a show at Charms Amusement Center

A family vacation to Corpus Christi is made up of the little moments. For instance, stopping for pizza or going shopping can help the kids taste or own something tangible to remember. Explore these kid-approved places to visit in Corpus Christi below — they’ll thank you for it later:

• Grab a slice at Authentic New York Pizza
• Catch a flick at Marsz Movies
• Shop until you drop with the stores at La Palmera
• Put on your 3D glasses at Joe Jessel 3D MEGA Theater
• Teach the kids how to shuck oysters at Black Diamond Oyster Bar

There are a few things in Corpus Christi you simply cannot miss. Consider a park, a beach, or even a museum in Corpus Christi. Whatever you choose, we’ve got you covered: Here are a few kid-approved activities:

• Open year-round, there’s always a reason to visit Padre Balli Park
• See the best of the city with Walking Tour of Heritage Park
• Bring the squad around the playground Cole Park
• Bring a picnic basket to Whitecap Beach
• Watch ships pass through Bayfront Science Park

Kids have more fun when the trip makes time for things you know they’ll like. Raising an animal-lover? Dessert-lover? Make the family trip to Texas memorable with these kid-friendly vacation ideas:

• Visit Brinca!, a children’s amusement center
• Hang out with the wildlife at The Texas Zoo
• Choose between vanilla, chocolate, and more at Marble Slab Creamery
• Treat yourself to froyo at Scoops Frozen Yogurt
• Grab a souvenir from TexasToyZ

It’s hard to fit the whole squad in one place if you don’t know where to look. Whether you’re planning a birthday party or a trip for the nieces, nephews, and other family members, we’ve got you covered. Look below:

• Learn about Selena’s stamp on Corpus Christi history at the Selena Museum
• Watch hawks soar at Hazel Bazemore Park
• See all the aquatic creatures at Texas Sealife Center
• Cycle or hike through one of the trails only found at Sunset Lake Park
• Puzzle your way out of 11th Hour Escape Room

There’s always time to learn something new. You’d be surprised what your kids would remember during an adventure in Corpus Christi. For starters, look at one of the below ideas:

• Enjoy the stars at Voyage: A Journey through our Solar System
• Learn about the fauna at South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center
• Discover how the world works at Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History
• See the classics at Art Museum of South Texas
• Learn about surf history at Texas Surf Museum

A creative spirit can be enriched at a young age. Even on a family vacation, look for opportunities to book kids art classes. Corpus Christi has ideas perfect for this:

• Book a dance lesson at Cinderella School of Dance
• Take an art class at Crazy Picasso
• Paint while on your vacation with Aurora Arts Theatre
• Watch your kid dance their heart out at Dance Studio 73
• Learn how to ride horseback with Horses On The Beach

Arcade games, laser tag, trampoline parks — there’s plenty of ways to stay entertained indoors. Corpus Christi has plenty of kid-approved entertainment options:

• Play at the playground only found at FunTrackers Family Fun Park
• Cultivate competitive spirit with Tactical Laser Tag
• Jump up for joy at Jumping World
• Skate around at Sk8land
• Play mini golf among the stars at Galaxy Glow Mini Golf