Why can’t a weekend road trip include a trek through the Amazon rainforest, serenity in a Japanese tea garden or an overnight stay at a ranch with Mediterranean donkeys? And all without leaving Texas. Within 2.5 hours of Corpus Christi, families can experience worlds of discovery, from the hallowed grounds of San Antonio and historic battlefields in Brownsville to the wild wonders of The Texas Zoo. The perfect blend of educational and entertaining, these family-friendly field trips reveal the marvels of real-world adventure—all in our own backyard.
Brownsville, Texas
160 Miles • 2.5 Hours
Texas’ southernmost city, Brownsville is a cultural crossroads in more ways than one. Here, families can discover historic battlefields, nature sanctuaries, Indigenous artifacts and so much more.
Victoria, Texas
86 Miles • 90 Minutes
One of the oldest cities in Texas, founded in 1824, Victoria was originally established as a Mexican colony by Martín De León. Today, that history manifests in its museums, fine arts, timeworn restaurants and the official zoo of Texas.
San Antonio, Texas
143 Miles • 2 Hours
San Antonio is a Texas city steeped in legendary lore. Rooted in Hispanic culture and colonial history, it’s a sprawling metropolis with countless destinations, flavors and attractions—from a natural history museum to a Mexican food hall—to fuel a road trip.
Kingsville, Texas
40 Miles • 40 Minutes
Kingsville is a Texas icon well worth a day trip. Most known for King Ranch, cowboy and ranching culture dominate the community, while other museums and landmarks round out a road-worthy itinerary.
Goliad, Texas
70 Miles • 70 Minutes
Goliad might be a small community, with a population less than 2,000, but its history—and cultural legacy—is vast. The third-oldest town in Texas, established in 1829 following its origins as a Spanish colonial settlement in 1749, it’s known for its role in the Texas Revolution.
