Top Ten Summer Picks in Port Arthur

1. Natural Beaches for Miles

We’re the Gulf Coast! Do you hear the roar of the beach? That’s Sea Rim State Park calling you to its boardwalks and seashell-filled beach! Keep an eye out for birds and consider camping overnight with the family. The kids won’t forget this seaside vacation!

Sea Rim State Park

2. The Best BBQ, Tex Mex, Vietnamese Pho

Our diverse cultures, noted above, brought their flavors with them. Cajun gumbo, pho, sausage, barbecue, and tacos keep us craving more. Many of our local restaurants offer live music, too. Ready to dine? Look here.

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3. Museum of the Gulf Coast is Everyone’s Pick

Museum of the Gulf Coast is one of the most popular attractions in the city. Our area’s most legendary figures are featured in stunning exhibits. Our local legends have take over the fields of music, sports, maritime, and film. Anyone ever heard of a Miss Janis Joplin? Interactive displays for youth and free family days make MOGC a local fave.

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4. We’re Cajun and We Know It

We’re the official Cajun Capital of Texas! Maybe you are a Cajun, or feel you are when peeling crawfish or twirling to live music. We let the good times roll all year long with Cajun spirit and hospitality. Try some of our restaurants and all their flavors. This link will take you right to the bayou flavors.

5. Pleasure Island Views

Pleasure Island is a place of beauty. This man-made, 18.5 mile island off the coast of Port Arthur is a perfect day trip for boardwalks, disc golf, fishing piers, sailing adventures, birding trails and more!

Visit Pleasure Island

6. You can Find your Faith

Our Culture/Faith Trail is a melting pot of Cajun, Hispanic, African American, Italian, and Vietnamese culture. As a matter of fact, Port Arthur’s corner of the Gulf Coast is one of the most diverse in all of Texas. One of the best ways to discover this for yourself is by following the Faith Trail.

Trail of Faith

7. The Other Side of Sea Rim

Sea Rim State Park has crashing waves on one side and a quieter area along the marsh. Have you paddled Sea Rim’s three levels of trails? It’s a kayak adventure so close to home. The Marsh Unit puts you eye-to-eye with nature! Rent a kayak or bring your own.

Sea Rim State Park

8. Texas/Louisiana Border is Sabine Lake

Sabine Lake is so big, it’s in Louisiana, too. Several charter fishermen take groups way out for trout, redfish, and flounder. Head out amongst these 60,000 acres and catch a big one, then snap a photo so your family doesn’t think you’re lying!  Check out Saltwater Anglers League of Texas for local tournaments. How about a chartered trip?

Book Your Fishing Charter

9. Bird Bingo is For Real in Texas!

Bird Bingo! Stop by our office and get a card! Port Arthur CVB has sponsored an Upper Texas Gulf Coast card starring local birds such as the Brown Pelican, Roseate Spoonbill and Royal Tern. What a fun way to get the family in the know about our famous birding. We’re on the Central and Mississippi Flyways and visitors come from around the world to see our spring and fall migration. Shore birds flock to Sea Rim State Park year-round. PACVB is in the Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center and offers brochures of more great area family activities.

Play Bird Bingo

10. Best Burgeoning Bar Scene

Throw an axe? Sip on local beer? Enjoy live music or karaoke on a patio? We’ve got you covered.

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