600 N. Shoreline Blvd.  

The Mirador de la Flor is a life-size bronze statue by H.W. "Buddy" Tatum that overlooks Corpus Christi Bay, where fans from around the world come to celebrate Selena's life and legacy year-round.

What to do there:

• Take photos with the bronze likeness of Selena, sculpted in one of her iconic stage costumes with her signature hairstyle and bedazzled accessories
• Walk the Paseo de la Flor (The Flower Walk), a pathway adorned with hand-painted tiles featuring whimsical flowers and music notes created by South Texas schoolchildren and senior citizens
• Read the plaque facing Shoreline Blvd.
• Visit after dark when small colored lights above the statue create a concert-stage ambiance

5410 Leopard St.  

Located at Q-Productions, the Quintanilla family's own music studio, the Selena Museum brings to life the most important moments of her life and career through original artifacts you won't find anywhere else.

What to do there:

• Enjoy a guided tour of her recording studio
• See Selena's red Porsche convertible
• View the iconic stage outfits she personally designed alongside her gold and platinum records
• Browse original photographs from her childhood and throughout her career
• Pick up official merchandise in store or via the website

Pro tip: 

The museum is only open Monday - Friday, from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, so be sure to plan accordingly to make the most out of your visit. 

1901 North Shoreline Blvd., Hilliard Center

The Selena Auditorium, part of the Hilliard Center, began as the Bayfront Auditorium in the late 1970s, a popular entertainment destination in downtown Corpus Christi. In 1996, one year after Selena's death, it was renamed in her honor and continues to be one of the most attended venues in the city. Equipped with seating for over 2,500 and modern sound and light technology, it hosts live shows, the Corpus Christi Ballet, comedy acts, and more.

What to do there:

• Check the events calendar for live shows, the Corpus Christi Ballet, and comedy acts
• Photograph the building exterior and signage
• Attend a performance if timing allows

300 N. Water Street 

Established in 2004, Corpus Christi's Walk of Fame honors South Texas musical artists with custom stars, and Selena's is permanently situated in the heart of downtown.

What to do there:

• Find Selena's custom star bearing musical notes and the Texas flag
• Walk the full stretch beginning in front of Water Street Oyster Bar
• Visit the Executive Surf Club nearby, where Selena's star is situated around the fountain

5426 Ocean Dr.

Swantner Park is the filming location for the beloved scene in the 1997 Selena film where young Selena learns the cumbia, making it a recognizable and meaningful stop for fans who grew up with the movie.

What to do there:

• Walk the paved seawall path along Corpus Christi Bay where the film scene was shot
• Enjoy the view of the ocean from the seawall
• Jog, bike, or spend time at the park, which is a local favorite along Ocean Drive

3703 Morgan Ave. 

A Corpus Christi staple for over 45 years, Hi-Ho Restaurant was one of Selena's favorite places to eat, and the walls inside are lined with never-before-seen photos and her own artwork.

What to do there:

• Order the Carne Guisada plate, Selena's go-to order
• Take in the restaurant decor, which pays homage to Selena with photographs and her artwork throughout
• Arrive early since the parking lot fills quickly and doors close at 2:30 PM

4621 Elvira Dr. 

The west-side neighborhood where Selena lived with her husband Chris Perez remains a destination for tourists and locals alike, with the home on Bloomington Street and a beloved community mural just around the corner.

What to do there:

• Visit the home at 705 Bloomington Street, where fan-made tributes of flowers, photos, and stuffed animals continue to be left at the gate
• See the mural outside Times Market at the corner of Bloomington and Elvira, featuring three watercolor portraits of Selena, her signature, and the words "The goal isn't to live forever...the goal is to create something that will"

1900 N. Chaparral Street 

The "Selena Remembered: Mirador de la Flor" exhibit at the Corpus Christi Museum of Science & History features the original molds, design concepts, and a brief history of the memorial statue on Shoreline Blvd., offering context found nowhere else in the city.

What to do there:

• View the original molds and early design concepts behind the creation of the Mirador de la Flor
• Learn the history of the memorial alongside the broader cultural story of Corpus Christi
• Explore the rest of the museum while you're there