Why go
- City in Texas, United States.
- Served by Mustang Beach Airport.
History
Port Aransas is a city in Nueces County, Texas, United States. This city is 180 miles southeast of San Antonio. The population was 2,904 at the 2020 census. Port Aransas is the only established town on Mustang Island. It is located north of Padre Island and is one of the longest barrier islands along the Texas coast. Corpus Christi Bay, the Gulf of Mexico, the Lydia Ann Ship Channel, and the Corpus Christi Ship Channel make up the surrounding waters.
Airports
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Mustang Beach Airport. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 2 ferry terminals within 12 mi (nearest: Port Aransas Ferry Landing, 0.6 mi); routes include Aransas Pass - Port Aransas, Mustang Island.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Port Aransas, Texas. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.