The friendly area of Portland awaits your stay
The beaches and lake create a pretty picture of Portland. Travellers to this welcoming city praise the fishing, restaurants and shopping. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.
Activities and attractions in Portland
Are you hoping to discover attractions to see while you're in the area? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes Portland a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Texas State Aquarium (6 mi / 9.6 km)
- Hurricane Alley Waterpark (6.5 mi / 10.5 km)
- Palmilla Beach Golf Club (15.5 mi / 24.9 km)
- Aransas Pass Aquatic Center (10.4 mi / 16.7 km)
- Oso Beach Municipal Golf Course (11.2 mi / 18 km)
- Aquarium at Rockport Harbor (19.7 mi / 31.7 km)
Exploring the natural features in Portland
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Portland is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- North Beach (4.6 mi / 7.4 km)
- McGee Beach (7.7 mi / 12.4 km)
- Mustang Island Beach (15.4 mi / 24.7 km)
- Holiday Beach (16.1 mi / 25.9 km)
- IB Magee Beach Park (16.8 mi / 27 km)
- Port Aransas Beach (17.1 mi / 27.5 km)
Seasonal weather in Portland
If you're planning a holiday around warm-weather activities, August, July, June and September are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 29°C.
Travelling to and around Portland
The nearest airport is in Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.), located 13 mi (20.9 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could book a flight to Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County), which is 22.5 mi (36.2 km) away.