Things To Do On A Girls' Trip In Corpus Christi

Gather your girls and get down to the Gulf Coast Capital! From delicious brunches to beach activities and picture-perfect art on every corner, Corpus Christi is the ultimate place for a Galentine's getaway, bachelorette party, or girls' trip.

Brunch It Up!

Corpus Christi is home to several brunch and breakfast restaurants throughout the city! Coast over and enjoy a variety of culinary options from diner food, German breakfast, eclectic brunch dishes, or Mexican food before hitting the beach.

Brunch Hot Spots

Relax and Recharge

Enjoy a slower pace along the coast with relaxing activities like yoga, a peaceful kayaking tour, or a trip to the spa.

Wellness Activities

Happy Hour

After a long week, nothing feels better than unwinding over a few drinks and bites. If you're looking for a cozy, sophisticated ambiance, coast over to the Village Shopping Center which houses Tannin's Wine Bar & Tapas and the Nueces Whiskey Library. Looking for something with chill patio vibes and beautifully crafted cocktails? Check out BUS (Bar Under the Sun), The Annex, or The Gold Fish in Downtown Corpus Christi. If you're hanging out on Padre Island, coast over to the Packery Bar, Doc's Seafood & Steaks, or Snoopy's Pier for happy hour on the water.

Hit the Beach

Corpus Christi's beautiful beaches are the heart and soul of the Gulf Coast Capital. Between the Gulf of Mexico and the Corpus Christi Bay, more than 80 miles of sandy shores provide a variety of options when it comes to choosing the right beach for your trip. Check out our guide to gulf and bay beaches.

Looking to elevate your beach trip? Enjoy a picturesque pop-up picnic from Pretty Picnics and choose from packages that offer a bar cart, charcuterie boards, games, and more. Get a uniquely Texan experience and enjoy a serene horseback ride on the beach with Horses on the Beach. Did you know that's how Mustang Island got its name? Wild horses ran free on the island as recently as the 1800s! Party into the night with a full-day Tiki Hut rental from Love Shack Tiki Hut with margaritas, hammocks, lights, and more.

Explore Local Businesses

A girls' weekend in Corpus Christi wouldn’t be complete without a trip to local shops and markets. Every first Friday, Downtown Corpus Christi comes alive with local vendors and live music that fills the streets! If you find yourself here on a first Friday, don't miss out on ArtWalk, a street festival with no shortage of live music, local art, exhibitions, and food trucks. If your group loves all things Tex-Mex, Selena, and tacos, coast your way over to Sew Bonita, a boutique that's loved not just locally, but across the country and beyond. For those who love music and are always in search of new vinyl, check out local record shops Hybrid Records in Downtown Corpus Christi and Disc Go Round, which is next door to a locally loved vintage shop called Threads. And speaking of vintage, Antique Lane is the perfect place to get lost in a sea of vintage finds! Coast over and explore numerous shops with unique decor, clothing, accessories, and trinkets.