South Padre Island, TX  78597
South Padre Island is a coastal resort town on the Gulf of Mexico with five miles of beautiful seashore located at the southernmost part of the world's longest barrier reef island on the Gulf of Mexico at the Texas / Mexico border.

South Padre Island is one on the top destinations in Texas for vacations due to beautiful beaches, tall sand dunes, and warm Gulf waters. Some of South Padre Island's attractions are the gorgeous beach, saltwater deep sea and bay fishing, Gulf shrimp, fresh fish and seafood served at most Island restaurants, eco-tourism and numerous water sports. Nearby cities are Brownsville and Harlingen, TX.  Matamoros and Progresso, Tamps. Mexico is also only minutes away.

South Padre Island vacations can be planned for any time of year.  The winters are warm with average temps in the 70's and contrary to most people thinking South Padre is one of the mildest places in Texas during the summer.  Proximity to the Gulf and its sea breezes keep the summer temps in the high 80's and low 90's.
Spring Break is a very busy time for South Padre Island. Thousands of college students enjoy a break from their studies during March to play on the beach and party in the nightclubs.

The locals will tell you that the best time of year to visit South Padre Island is Sept, Oct, Nov, April and May.  The fishing is at its best and the weather is perfect and boating is great.  The crowds of the summer and Spring Break are gone and rates are at their lowest.

The winter months on South Padre Island finds many people from the Northern states enjoying the beach, fishing, restaurants, activities and shopping as the make their winter home here.  They are fondly referred to as "Winter Texans" and are viewed as if they were local residents during their stay.

Year round fun is the key to South Padre Island's popularity. One can enjoy one of the best beaches in the US, dine in our great restaurants, watch the dolphins, go deep sea or bay fishing, parasail, shop Mexico and simple relax 365 days per year

If you're looking for deals, steals and bargains, then you've found the right place. We all know how important it is to save money on a trip, especially if you're a family on a limited budget (or a Spring Breaker). Keep in mind that the best place to find deals and coupons at South Padre Island is at the South Padre Island Visitors Center at 600 Padre Blvd where they have copies of coupons, brochures and flyers with special incentives. Also, be sure to get the special "Guide to South Padre Island"

 

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