First European to have visited area is believed to have been Spanish explorer Alonzo de Pineda in 1519. Corpus Christi Beach, north of downtown over the bridge, is the site of the USS Lexington and Texas State Aquarium, and offers park areas, picnic tables, showers, and rest rooms. In keeping with the city's image of having glistening waterways, Corpus Christi's Watergarden at Bayfront Arts and Science Park sparkles for visitors who see, hear, and touch the garden's water. More than 125 species of the Gulf's most interesting creatures. Water taxi available from Bayfront Art Complex.
Admission is charged.
Main gallery exhibits change monthly. Artist in residence studios let the visitors view artisans while they work. Also to be enjoyed is a tearoom. Open Tues - Fri from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sat 1 to 5 p.m. Closed Monday. Located at 100 North Shoreline Boulevard.