Weekend Vacations in Texas | 48 Hours in Port Aransas

A person going for a walk on one of their weekend vacations in Port Aransas, Texas.

Every once in a while, you need an escape from everyday life. However, your schedule may not always allow for vacations that last a week. Luckily, sometimes all you need is 48 hours to recharge your batteries. If you’re looking for memorable weekend vacations in Texas, consider visiting Port Aransas. The popular vacation spot on Mustang Island has everything you need to enjoy a bit of R&R. Keep reading to learn how to make the most of your two-day stay at a Port A Beach House Company rental.

Day 1

While you aren’t able to check in until late afternoon, you don’t have to wait until you’ve dropped your bags off to have fun.

1. Stop by Coffee Waves to enjoy a coffee or smoothie with a delicious pastry.
2. Head to Mustang Island State Park. This spot is a great place to go swimming or surfing. It’s also one of the best birdwatching locations, so you never know what you might spot.
3. As it gets closer to check-in time, head back to town and do a bit of shopping. Stop by a local grocery store to grab a few things to stock your rental, or explore local boutiques.
4. After enjoying a delicious meal made in your rental’s fully equipped kitchen and watching the sunset from Roberts Point Park, hit the town. Port Aransas is home to an incredible nightlife, like Treasure Island and Lelo’s Island Bar.

Day 2

Check-out is 11 a.m., but you still have the whole day to explore before returning home.

1. Start your last day with a sunrise walk on the beach. 
2. Enjoy breakfast at one of the best restaurants in Port Aransas, like Island Cafe.
3. Take in views of wetlands and resident alligators by visiting the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center.
4. Stop by Castaway’s Seafood Grill or one of the other exceptional restaurants in Port Aransas for lunch.
5. Find your last day off by checking more items off your Port Aransas bucket list, like visiting the Port Aransas Museum or kayaking a rental from Island Surf Rentals.

Plan Your Weekend Getaway with Port a Beach House Company

For groups planning weekend vacations in Port Aransas, Texas, there’s no better place to find your perfect rental than Port A Beach House Company. Because our inventory includes vacation rentals in all sizes, we have something for groups big and small. Not only do our rentals have all the comforts of home, but they’re also close to popular activities and attractions, so you can easily make the most of your 48 hours in Port A. For help sorting through our places to stay in Port Aransas to find your ideal fit, call 361-749-0027. We can also answer any questions you have about ways to save.