Shopping on North Padre Island
Shopping on the island skews coastal-casual: surf shops, swimwear, beach gear, and a handful of boutiques. For full-on mall shopping, La Palmera in Corpus is the move.
Surf shops are everywhere — most rent boards and sell sunscreen, rash guards, and the kind of board shorts that hold up to saltwater. Wind & Wave on SPID is the local standby.
Boutiques cluster in Port Aransas along Alister Street. Expect coastal home goods, locally-made jewelry, and an unreasonable number of mermaid-themed items.
Beach essentials forgotten at home: HEB on SPID has everything from chairs to coolers to floaties. Cheaper than the beachfront tourist shops.
Shopping on the island
Top-rated spots, pulled from public reviews and our local list.
Near Whitecap Beach
Kiteboarding North Padre Island
4.9· 40 reviews
14300 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78418, USA
WebsiteWorldwinds Windsurfing, Inc.
4.8· 128 reviews
Bird Island Basin Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78418, USA
WebsiteWind & Wave Watersports
4.8· 108 reviews
10721 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78418, USA
WebsitePadre Island Seawall
4.7· 1231 reviews
616500451400, Corpus Christi, TX 78418, USA
View on MapsPadre Island Surf Camp
4.6· 33 reviews
Does not have a physical location with address., CORP CHRISTI, TX 78418, USA
WebsiteThird Coast Beach Co
4.3· 918 reviews
14501 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78418, USA
View on MapsDockside Surf Shop
4.3· 22 reviews
10306 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78418, USA
WebsitePort Aransas and Mustang Island
Fly It Port A
4.9· 411 reviews
405 W Avenue G, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
WebsiteBoard House
4.9· 79 reviews
505 N Alister St, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
WebsiteSurfer Joes
4.8· 11 reviews
305 W Cotter Ave, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
View on MapsIsland Surf Shop and Golf Carts
4.7· 65 reviews
130 E Avenue G, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
WebsiteTexas Surf Camps - Port Aransas
4.7· 26 reviews
230 N on the Beach, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
WebsiteBeachMart
4.4· 188 reviews
574 Access Rd 1-A, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
View on MapsIsland Sports
4.4· 28 reviews
115 W Avenue G, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
View on MapsDestination Beach & Surf
4.3· 802 reviews
516 S Alister St, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
View on MapsBo Jon's Surf & Gifts
4.3· 320 reviews
204 E Avenue G, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
View on MapsBo Jon's
4.1· 97 reviews
220 E Avenue G, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
View on MapsThe Dock
4.1· 25 reviews
500 Cut-Off Rd, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
WebsiteMirage Beachwear
4.0· 244 reviews
220 E Avenue G, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USA
WebsiteCorpus Christi and Nearby
Island Style Surf Sports
5.0· 532 reviews
410 Padre Blvd #103, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA
WebsiteNeedles & Fins
5.0· 11 reviews
4034 Weber Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78411, USA
WebsiteOn The Beach
4.9· 558 reviews
2105 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA
WebsiteBenjamin Surf & Skateboards
4.7· 111 reviews
1233 Airline Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA
WebsiteIsland Native Surf House
4.7· 56 reviews
700 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA
WebsiteZumiez
4.6· 114 reviews
Chain retailer offering trendy, brand-name clothing & shoes, plus gear for skate- & snowboarders.
5488 S Padre Island Dr Suite 1644, Corpus Christi, TX 78411, USA
Website77 Surf & Skate
4.5· 36 reviews
2100 Padre Blvd Unit 4, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA
WebsiteSea Treasures
4.3· 294 reviews
2902 E Surfside Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78402, USA
View on MapsSurf's Up
4.3· 120 reviews
5600 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA
View on MapsFAQs
Where do I rent a beach umbrella or wagon?
Several local delivery services drop chairs, umbrellas, and wagons at your rental. Search 'beach gear rental Padre Island' or ask us when you book.
Outlet shopping?
Outlets at Corpus Christi Bay is a short drive — coastal-priced versions of the usual outlet brands.
Run a business on the island?
Get your business in front of the people booking their next North Padre stay.