Plan your visit to Sea Turtle, Inc.
Dive into the unique world of sea turtle conservation! Sea Turtle, Inc. is open year-round for visitors to meet our rehabilitation patients and non-releasable residents. Self-guide through our rehabilitation and education facilities to learn all about sea turtles in the Gulf of Mexico, while enjoying daily presentations and turtle feedings.
* By entering, you consent to your voice and photography being used without compensation in any and all media and marketing materials, and you release Sea Turtle Inc. from any and all liability of usage.
Off Season
August 13 - May 31
Hours
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
Closed for Maintenance
Admission Price
Credit/Debit Card Only
Summer Season
June 1 - August 12
Hours
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
Closed for Maintenance
Admission Price
Credit/Debit Card Only
Adults
$15
Ages 18+
$15 Seniors / Military
$10
Senior Age 65+ | Any Adult with a Military ID
$10 Students
$8
Ages 12-17
$8 Children
$5
Ages 5-11
$5 Infants - Preschoolers
Free
Newborn through age 4
FreeLocation & Parking
Location: 6617 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3987, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Phone: 956-761-4511
Transportation: Enjoy a free ride to Sea Turtle, Inc. with the Island Metro bus!
Click HERE for more information!
free transportation
What to Expect Before Your Visit
Our facility is self-guided and visitors can navigate through our rehabilitation and education centers at their leisure.
Educational presentations are offered throughout the day. “Turtle Talks” educate the public about the mission of Sea Turtle, Inc. and the species of sea turtles found in the area. Presentations are typically offered every hour but the schedule is subject to change without notice. To check daily presentation times, please call our main number at 956-761-4511.
Our resident habitats and patient rehabilitation areas are shaded but open to the elements. The museum and gift shop are in a climate-controlled building. Please come prepared for all weather conditions. Water is sold at the facility for $2.
Daily Schedule at Our Facility
10:30 AM – Resident Feed
11:00 AM – Hospital Talk
11:30 AM – Turtle Talk
12:30 PM – Turtle Talk
1:00 PM – Hospital Talk
1:30 PM – Turtle Talk
2:30 PM – Turtle Talk
3:30 PM – Patient Feed
Frequently Asked Questions
We have created a list of frequently asked questions that will help you in planning your visit.
Annual Memberships
Your STI membership helps fund our mission to rescue, rehabilitate,
and release injured sea turtles, educate the public, and assist with conservation efforts for all marine turtle species.
All members receive a membership ID card, 10% discount at our
Gift Shop, hatchling and rehabilitated turtle release text message and email notifications.
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