Family-Friendly Port Aransas
Kid-approved restaurants, activities, and adventures the whole crew will love
Traveling with kids? Port Aransas has you covered. From restaurants with mini golf to dolphin tours and beach gear rentals, these spots are built for families.
26 spots in this guide
Red Dragon Pirate Ship
VerifiedAhoy! Port A's famous pirate ship cruise โ perfect for the whole crew
Cancun Mexican Restaurant
VerifiedTex-Mex classics and margaritas โ a solid island standard
Cinnamon Shore
VerifiedLuxury beachfront vacation rentals โ homes, condos & cottages on the Gulf
Crazy Cajun Seafood Restaurant
VerifiedBoiled seafood dumped right on the table โ no plates needed since 1987
Dolphin Watch Nature Tour & Shrimp Trawl
VerifiedSee wild dolphins and catch shrimp โ a Port A nature experience like no other
Fly It! Port A
VerifiedThe island's only kite shop โ 30+ years of wind-powered fun on Ave G
Grumbles Seafood Co.
VerifiedFast-casual Gulf seafood โ everything caught in the Gulf of Mexico
Hampton Inn Port Aransas
VerifiedReliable comfort and free breakfast โ Hilton quality on the island
Jay's Seafood & Spaghetti Works
VerifiedA Port A classic โ fresh seafood and homemade pasta under one roof since 1978
Kody's Restaurant & Bar
VerifiedBurgers, seafood & steaks with 18-hole mini golf โ kitchen open 'til 1AM
Life in Paradise
VerifiedVacation rentals that live up to the name โ Port A beach homes since 1985
Lisabella's Bistro & Bar
VerifiedUpscale coastal seafood at Cinnamon Shore โ chef-driven menu & craft cocktails
MacDaddy's Family Kitchen
VerifiedBBQ, smoked meats & Gulf seafood โ family comfort food done right
Neptune's Charters
VerifiedDolphin watch tours, sunset cruises & shrimp trawls since 1985
Pioneer RV Resort
VerifiedFamily-friendly beachside RV resort with pools and easy beach access
Port A Escapes
VerifiedYour escape, curated โ vacation rentals for every Port A trip
Port A Pizzeria
VerifiedHand-tossed pizza, calzones & an all-you-can-eat buffet for 30+ years
Port Royal Ocean Resort & Conference Center
Verified25-acre beachfront resort with the largest lagoon pool in Texas
Scarlet Lady Dolphin Cruises
VerifiedCatamaran dolphin tours, oyster farm trips & sunset cruises with a full bar
Sea and Sand Cottages
VerifiedCharming beachside cottages โ the classic Port A vacation experience
Seashell Village Resort
VerifiedCottage-style resort steps from the beach โ relaxed and family-friendly
Shark Reef Resort
VerifiedCozy family-owned motel and cottages in the heart of Port Aransas
The Island Cafe
VerifiedBreakfast and lunch done right โ family-owned since 1985
Tropic Island Resort
VerifiedTropical vibes with heated saltwater pools โ RV sites, cottages, and hotel rooms
Tropic Island RV Resort
VerifiedTropical-themed RV resort โ relax, recharge, repeat
Virginia's On The Bay
VerifiedWaterfront seafood since 1996 โ bring your catch, they'll cook it