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
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″.
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 10m.
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.
Bus
FlixBus operates bus routes to Rockport.
Airlines serving Rockport
Where to stay in Rockport
Average rates range from around $214 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $298 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
Renting a car in Rockport
Renting a car in Rockport costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Corpus Christi.
Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38.