Corpus Christi is so much more than beaches! Visit the South Texas Botanical Gardens for a day of flora, fauna, ‘fotos’ & fun! Besides orchids, bromeliads, gardens, Butterfly House, trails and wetlands, we also have friendly tropical parrots and playful reptiles like iguanas & huge tortoises, lizards & snakes! Whether your interest lies in beauty, beasts or birds, take a break from the beach for student or family fun! Picnics, dogs on leashes welcome.