Located on the Texas coast to the south of the state, Corpus Christi is one of the top ten largest cities in Texas and one of the most popular destinations for tourists to the state. Known as the Sparkling City by the Sea, Corpus Christi is home to some of the regions most diverse attractions, and benefits from a Gulf Coast climate that ensures warm temperatures year round.
The Texas State Aquarium, one of the primary marine conservation and education centers in the state is based in Corpus Christi, and is a popular attraction amongst visitors, while the Museum District packs in several diverse collections, ranging from the Museum of Asian Cultures to the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History. For those looking for something more lively, the annual Buccaneer Days Carnival takes place in Downtown Corpus Christi every year, attracting tens of thousands of patrons from across the state and further afield.