Port Isabel Lighthouse Tours

Port Isabel Lighthouse was erected to help guide vessels through stormy waters. Still a significant local landmark today, it's sure to have a few stories to tell about sailing rescues and triumphs.

You're spoiled for sightseeing choice when visiting Port Isabel. Port Isabel Lighthouse is an ideal place to kick off here, but there are many other fine spots to explore. Beach Park at Isla Blanca, South Padre Island Beach, and Isla Blanca Park are close to the longstanding beacon and will top off your day nicely.

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Los Fresnos Inn and Suites

Los Fresnos Inn and Suites

2.5 out of 5
Price was $553, price is now $486 per person
$486
per person
Dec 23 - Dec 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Brownsville (BRO)
8.8/10 Excellent! (273 reviews)
Older model hotel but okay for limited hotels in area

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

Spacious Bay

Spacious Bay

5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $3,444, price is now $2,790 per person
$2,790
per person
Dec 23 - Dec 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Brownsville (BRO)
No reviews
Bayside Paradise 4BR Home w Patio Games Room

Bayside Paradise 4BR Home w Patio Games Room

2 out of 5
Price was $1,546, price is now $1,401 per person
$1,401
per person
Dec 23 - Dec 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Brownsville (BRO)
No reviews

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Tours & day trips

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Bay Fishing South Padre Island

Bay Fishing South Padre Island

Activity duration is 4 hours
7.8 out of 10 with 15 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $32 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Banana Boat South Padre Island

Banana Boat South Padre Island

Activity duration is 20 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 10 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $33 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Eco and Dolphin Watch Tour of South Padre Island

Eco and Dolphin Watch Tour of South Padre Island

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 91 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $19 per adult
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Reviews of Port Isabel Lighthouse

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
186
5 - Excellent 46%
4 - Good
174
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
45
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
2
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Try to do on a day when not so windy, and after 1100, so sun isn't directly in-camera lens.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Charge for entrance to much per person . nice but price to much to go to the top off lighthouse.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

They charge to go up into the lighthouse so we didn’t go

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Good shoppng area.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Closes at 5 so we weren't able to go in

3/5 - Okay

C.B.

wanted to go up, and we visited during posted hours of operation, but there was a sign on the door saying they were at lunch and would return [in an hour].

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Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier

Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier

4/5(120 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in South Padre Island with a trip to Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Beach Park at Isla Blanca

4/5(190 reviews)

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Beach Park at Isla Blanca as part of your trip to South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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South Padre Island Beach

South Padre Island Beach

4.5/5(1,027 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at South Padre Island Beach, a popular beach in South Padre Island. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's live music.

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The Kaiser Library is located just behind the Garden of Dreams in the Thamel district of Kathmandu. You access it via a driveway located just past the garden entrance. I can only describe this incredible place as a living Wes Anderson tribute to Orientalism. Signing into the log book is like going back into time complete with suits of armor, skulls in cases, and tomes such as "Big Game Hunting in the Himalayas" and "Recent Happenings in Persia". Desks lie surrounded with mismatched chairs and pictures of turn of the century hunting expeditions. As a bibliophile and archaeology grad, this place was heaven. I have travelled around the world, but this might have been one of my favorite sites to experience ever. Seriously. Photo is my own. Not for use commercially. #architecture

Sea Turtle Inc

4.5/5(255 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Sea Turtle Inc during your stay in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center which includes bird life

South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center

4.5/5(260 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, a lovely green space in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Laguna Madre Nature Trail

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4.5/5(122 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Laguna Madre Nature Trail, a lovely green space in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Best Lodging Options Near Port Isabel Lighthouse

Casa Rosa Inn

Casa Rosa Inn

2.5 out of 5
761 W. Highway 100, Port Isabel, TX
Casa Rosa Inn
Oyster Cove

Oyster Cove

4 out of 5
401 Island Ave, Port Isabel, TX
Oyster Cove
Port Isla Inn

Port Isla Inn

2 out of 5
200 2nd St, Port Isabel, TX
Port Isla Inn
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

4 out of 5
310 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
500 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
Isla Grand Beach Resort
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

3.5 out of 5
100 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
350 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
Sunchase Inn & Suites

Sunchase Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
1004 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
Sunchase Inn & Suites
Lighthouse Inn

Lighthouse Inn

2.5 out of 5
1701 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
Lighthouse Inn
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