University of Texas Marine Science Institute Visitor Center
Tropical Trail Region
Seven aquaria display typical Texas coastal habitats and the organisms that live in them, including Spartina, black mangrove marsh, oyster reef, open bay bottom, rock jetty and offshore artificial reefs. Other displays in the main building highlight current and past research projects and feature representative specimens or photographs of local plants and animals.
The Insititute's Wetlands Education Center offers guided tours of the native habitats adjacent to the buildings.
University of Texas Marine Science Institute Visitor Center
750 Channel View Drive
Port Aransas, TX 78373