Rockport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rockport

With a population of 8,766, Rockport is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Rockport deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Rockport

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gabriela's Seafood + Tapas (1815 Broadway St) and Bellino's Ristorante Italiano - Rockport (523 S Fulton Beach Road) are great picks.

When to visit Rockport

Rockport in February
Estimated hotel price
$77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rockport in February
Estimated hotel price
$77
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Rockport in July, when the average temperature is 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 46.4 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 5.9″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Rockport, with an average rainfall of 1.9″.

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How to Get to Rockport

Plane

Although Rockport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Corpus Christi (CRP), which is located 32 miles from Rockport. Corpus Christi is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Rockport departs from Houston and takes around 1h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Rockport is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 157 miles from Rockport. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Easirent, among others, in Houston.

Plane

Although Rockport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Corpus Christi (CRP), which is located 32 miles from Rockport. Corpus Christi is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Rockport departs from Houston and takes around 1h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Rockport is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 157 miles from Rockport. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Easirent, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Rockport

Airlines serving Rockport

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,541 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,863 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,655 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (778 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (131 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,794 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (311 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rockport

Average rates range from around $221 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $275 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Rockport-Fulton and Bayfront Cottages.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rockport

Most booked hotels in Rockport

Hampton Inn & Suites Rockport-Fulton
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 364 reviews)
$117+
D&R Pelican Bay Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 451 reviews)
$148+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rockport Fulton
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 596 reviews)
$88+
Quality Inn Rockport on Aransas Bay
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1108 reviews)
$89+
Lighthouse Inn At Aransas Bay
3 stars
Excellent (10, 2 reviews)
$160+
Days Inn by Wyndham Rockport Texas
2 stars
Good (7.5, 676 reviews)
$72+

Renting a car in Rockport

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Rockport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Rockport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.