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South Padre Island is a resort town in Cameron County, Texas, United States.[4] It is part of the Brownsville–Harlingen Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 2,066 at the 2020 census. The town is located on South Padre Island, a barrier island with the Laguna Madre situated to the leeward of the island and the Gulf of Mexico on the windward flank, along the Texas Gulf Coast. South Padre Island is accessible via the Queen Isabella Causeway from the town of Port Isabel. South Padre Island is named after José Nicolás Ballí (Padre Ballí), a Catholic priest and settler.[5]
The island is only accessible via the Queen Isabella Causeway and has become a popular tourist destination for both the spring, summer and for winter Texans.[6] It features many activities such as fishing, snorkeling, parasailing, surfing and horse back riding. SpaceX Starships are launched from the SpaceX Starbase facility and can be observed across the Brazos Santiago Pass in Boca Chica, TX.
Tourism
Subsequent to rebuilding from Hurricane Beulah, the island became a popular spring break destination for college students and a resort destination for families. Many multistory resort hotels and condominiums have been erected along the coastline of the Gulf of Mexico. The Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark, the second of its kind in Texas, opened in South Padre Island in 2001.[10]
South Padre Island is renowned for its diverse range of tourism activities, making it a popular destination for visitors. Key attractions include:
Beaches: South Padre Island boasts beautiful sandy beaches that are ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing. [11]
Water Sports: The island offers a variety of water sports, including kiteboarding, windsurfing, and jet skiing.[12]
Fishing: South Padre Island is a prime location for both deep-sea and bay fishing, attracting fishing enthusiasts from around the world.[13]
Bird Watching: The island is home to the South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, where visitors can observe a wide array of bird species in their natural habitat.
Eco-Tours: Eco-tourism is popular on the island, with activities such as dolphin watching tours, sea turtle excursions, and nature walks.[14]
Amusement Parks: Attractions like Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark provide family-friendly entertainment and fun water rides.[15]
Nightlife: South Padre Island has a vibrant nightlife scene, with numerous bars, restaurants, and live music venues .
Louie’s Backyard
956-761-6406 2305 Laguna Blvd., South Padre Island
Nightly entertainment for all ages. Come dance to Island Music in the Lookout Deck and Bar, fireworks every Friday night in the summer, special events in our Sports Bar , Mariachi Bands, Bungee jumping, people watching, and much more. Louie’s is “World Famous” for being South Padre Island’s Spring Break Headquarters! Special entertainment each year during Spring Break Season.
Longboard Bar & Grill
956-772-7022 located at 205 W. Palm St.
We are waterfront restaurant & entertainment hot spot in the South Entertainment District on South Padre Island. We are inviting you to a location that was once a pillar of this area. This old school favorite is coming back to life as a venue, bar and grill for all ages. Come watch the most beautiful sunsets on our beautiful deck overlooking the the blue waters and listen to great live music everyday. Great views of the fireworks in the summer months. We are an open air 9000 square feet venue of entertainment enjoyment. We have Live Bands 7 days a week. Contact Us For Your Private Parties: weddings, receptions, company outings, birthdays etc! We’ve got our Main Deck, South Bar Deck, roof top Sky Deck or our private Upstairs Bar.
Parrot Eyes
956-761-9457 5801 Padre Blvd
Parrot Eyes has long been famous on South Padre Island as a favorite relaxing hideaway. Our longtime fans will be thrilled to learn that we have re-opened in our brand new location on the bay
Wanna Wanna – Beach Bar & Grill
956-761-7677 5100 Gulf Blvd
Right ON THE BEACH!!! Written up by Playboy magazine as “where you want to be on South Padre.” Our live music lineup features Pelican West, the Bongo Dogs, and EJ Colbath
The Kraken Lounge | Brownsville TX
Monday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thursday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Phone: (956) 372-1550
Service options: Has outdoor seating · Serves great cocktails · Has live music
Address: 1123 E Adams St c, Brownsville, TX 78520
