Free & Cheap Things to Do in South Padre Island, TX

  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near South Padre Island, Texas, including 27 different types of inexpensive activities like Fishing, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Hiking Trails and Aquariums.
  • From World Birding Center to Laguna Madre Nature Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South Padre Island and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Brownsville.
  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near South Padre Island, Texas, including 27 different types of inexpensive activities like Fishing, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Hiking Trails and Aquariums.
  • From World Birding Center to Laguna Madre Nature Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South Padre Island and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Brownsville.
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Steering a standup paddleboard or kayak, glide along the shallow blue waters of Laguna Madre Bay for up to four hours
25.2 Miles
100% 8 votes
Music Venue 837 E Elizabeth St, Ste D, Brownsville, TX 78520 MoreLess Info
El Hueso De Fraile is a family owned coffee house offering several coffee and tea varieties. The owners are musicians and often put on musical performances and invite other local musicians to showcase their talent.
25.9 Miles
100% 34 votes
Mountains Pueblo, CO 70358 MoreLess Info
Wet Mountains is a small mountain range located in southern Colorado and is named so for the amount of snowfall it receives during winters. The range has multiple peaks, the highest of which is the Greenhorn.
26.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1000 New Carmen Avenue, Brownsville, TX 78520 MoreLess Info
TX State Of Parks & Wildlife is a state agency that oversees the state parks system as well as wildlife preserves and hunting and fishing activities. The agency sponsors a variety of events each year.
26.5 Miles
82% 28 votes
National & State Parks 1000 New Carmen Avenue, Brownsville, TX MoreLess Info
This park is a part of the World Birding Center, which operates as a native habitat for animals. The location's Ranger Programs include bird and butterfly walks, yoga in the park, Archery 101, and a Junior Ranger Camp.
31.2 Miles
92% 26 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1000 Block South Loop, Harlingen, TX MoreLess Info
The World Birding Center is a network of nine different birding sites along 120 miles of road that feature hundreds of rare and tropical bird species. The over 10,000 acres of land include freshwater marshes, dry brush and coastal wetlands.
31.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Skating Rinks 1320 N 28th Street, Harlingen, TX 78550 MoreLess Info
Originally opened in 2002, Harlingen's Champion Skate Center is an inline and roller skating rink that offers open skating hours as well as party and event rentals. The center also hosts themed nights and offers concessions for sale.
31.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks S 77 Sunshine Strip, Harlingen, TX 78550 MoreLess Info
Overlooking the Arroyo Colorado, McKelvey Park is situated on 11 acres and provides access to Arroyo Hike and Bike Trail. The park features a children's playground, picnic facilities, trees and open grass fields.
31.9 Miles
97% 107 votes
Statues 320 Iwo Jima Blvd, Harlingen, TX 78550 MoreLess Info
With a monument cast from the same mold that was used for the original Iwo Jima Memorial, the Iwo Jima Memorial & Museum also has artifacts available for viewing. In addition, guests can watch an educational film inside of the museum.
31.9 Miles
33% 3 votes
Bowling 644 N Ed Carey Drive, Harlingen, TX 78550 MoreLess Info
A 24-lane traditional bowling center, Creasey's Bowl offers open and league bowling along with party hosting and glow bowling. The center provides arcade games, billiard tables, a snack bar and a lounge with a full bar and a television.
32.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 701-1023 E New Hampshire Street, Harlingen, TX 78550 MoreLess Info
Situated on 29 acres, Arroyo Park overlooks the Arroyo Colorado and features facilities for basketball, volleyball, soccer and baseball. The park also offers a fitness area, a children's playground, a picnic shelter and access to Arroyo Hike and Bike Trail.
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