University of Texas, Marine Science Institute — Local services in Port Aransas

There's an outdoor circular trail that takes you out towards a wetland viewing area. It looked pleasant enough but there is scant shade. Inside there are about six aquarium tanks, and given the modest collection there was a surprising variety of aquatic life on display: Flounder, Tang fish, seahorses, starfish, puffer fish, and the cutest little bumble bee fish (he's in a tank with larger fish so look for him!). Plus there's an awesome Fin Whale jawbone on display, along with a Dolphin skeleton. It's worth 15 minutes of your time if you're in the area. It's free, but they do accept contributions. There's also a...

I love to take my grandbbys Dominic&Geovanni they explore all diffrent kinds of fossils....&read intersting things about the ocean..&sea animals....we go every year....still enjoy everything about the museum. ....love it love...

Great place to explore. Would be excellent for school field trips. Can be in & out in 30 minutes or if you have more time you can spend it in their wetland area or looking at birds. ...