ROCKPORT, TEXAS

Bay Education Center – UT Marine Science Institute

Free museum with interactive displays exploring the ecological role of the area’s estuaries located at 121 Seabreeze Dr, Rockport, TX 78382. The Estuary Exhibit Hall is now open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am – 4 pm with “Science on a Sphere” presentations on the hour.

Texas Maritime Museum

Discover Texas state’s rich maritime history, from the early days of exploration and settlement by the Spanish and French to the modern search for oil.
At the state’s official maritime museum, explore the long and varied story along the more than 300 miles of Texas coast. See a large collection of antique outboard motors, a fishing exhibit, and original watercolors of Texas lighthouses by artist Harold Phenix.

Fulton Mansion State Historic Site

Rising above the Aransas Bay and surrounded by stately live oaks, Fulton Mansion State Historic Site is located in the resort area of Rockport-Fulton. The house must have appeared incredible in 1877, as it does today, with its mansard roof and ornate trim. Interior gas lighting, flush-toilets, and other refinements were progressive and luxurious elements for this part of Texas history.

Goose Island Park

Located north of the city of Rockport on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. The park covers 321.4 acres (130 ha). Goose Island offers camping, fishing and birding along St. Charles and Aransas bays, north of Corpus Christi.

Rockport Little Theatre

Rockport Little Theatre & Event Centre focuses on live performing arts at 99 N Austin Street in downtown Rockport, TX. Rockport Little Theatre is a non-profit that provides fantastic entertainment for the community.

Schoenstatt Shrine

Schoenstatt is a place of pilgrimage dedicated to Mary under the title Mother Thrice Admirable, Queen, and Victress of Schoenstatt. It was founded on October 18, 1914, by Father Joseph Kentenich (1885-1968) in Germany close to the city of Coblence on the Rhine. People from all over the world are drawn to this Marian Shrine.

Rockport Center for the Arts

Rockport Center for the Arts hosts a wide variety of exhibits, special events, education workshops and classes for children and adults, performing arts, sculpture garden and much more. The new facility is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and admission is free.

Winery on the Bay

Winery on the Bay is a Boutique Winery, they just opened up Doggone Brewery located in Downtown Historic Rockport Texas at the Harbor that produces Juice from around the world into wine.

Rockport Country Club

Rockport Country Club offers its members and guests all the amenities of modern country clubs: golf, tennis, fitness, swimming, social events, a golf shop, men’s and women’s locker rooms and lounges, private event spaces, formal and casual dining, and a large bar are all at the disposal of members and their guests in a relaxed, distinctive setting. Private events, such as rehearsal dinners, weddings, business meetings, fundraisers, and socials are all a part of the everyday experience of the club.

Glow Row

Tour the coast in style! It’s as easy as showing up, choosing your vibe, popping a top, and enjoying an amazing experience under the stars! GlowRow offers a fun, safe, educational nighttime kayaking tour that will leave you with an experience you will remember that keeps you coming back for more (and bringing friends!).

Fulton Oysterfest

Each year the Fulton Volunteer Fire Department sponsors Oysterfest, a salute to the tasty bi-valve found in our local waters. Oysterfest features carnival rides, games, food, an oyster eating contest, live music, unique vendor booths and most of all – FUN!

Crawfish Cook-off and Tasting

Get ready for the Biggest Crawfish Festival in the Coastal Bend. Over 10,000 attendees last year over 20,000 lb of crawfish served!