Mirador de la Flor, Corpus Christi

Name: Mirador de la Flor
Address: 500 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, 78401, United States

#5 among attractions in Corpus Christi

Monuments and statues, Sculpture, View point

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Facts and practical information

Mirador de la Flor is a monument in Corpus Christi, Texas, that honors Tejano musician Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, who was murdered in 1995 at age 23. About 30,000 people visit the monument every year. It is located a few miles north of Selena's burial site, and features a life-sized bronze statue of the singer, sculpted by Corpus Christi native H.W. "Buddy" Tatum. Selena's statue leans against a concrete pillar, looking towards the Corpus Christi Bay. ()

Alternative names: Visitors per year: 30 thous.Coordinates: 27°47'48"N, 97°23'28"W

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500 N Shoreline BlvdCentral CityCorpus Christi 78401 United States

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Day trips

Mirador de la Flor – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Texas State Aquarium, Art Museum of South Texas, Whataburger Field, American Bank Center.

1.2 miN
Aquarium, Zoo, Park
Texas State Aquarium, Corpus Christi
31 min walk • The Texas State Aquarium, a beacon of marine conservation and education, is nestled in the coastal city of Corpus Christi, Texas. As a premier destination for families and wildlife enthusiasts, the aquarium provides an immersive experience into the fascinating...
1 miN
Museum, Art museum
Art Museum of South Texas, Corpus Christi
25 min walk • The Art Museum of South Texas, located in Corpus Christi, Texas, is an art museum which was established in 1936.
1.1 miNW
Sport complex, Sport venue, Sport
Whataburger Field, Corpus Christi
27 min walk • Whataburger Field is a minor league baseball stadium located in Corpus Christi, Texas, United States. It is home to the Corpus Christi Hooks, the Double-A affiliate of the Houston Astros.
0.8 miN
Convention center, Entertainment, Sport venue
American Bank Center, Corpus Christi
20 min walk • The American Bank Center is an entertainment complex located in Corpus Christi, Texas. The complex consists of an auditorium, convention center and arena.
1 miN
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History, Corpus Christi
26 min walk • The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History is a science and history museum in Corpus Christi, Texas, near Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge and the waterfront. It was established in 1957.
0.4 miSW
Church, Spanish colonial revival architecture
Corpus Christi Cathedral, Corpus Christi
10 min walk • Corpus Christi Cathedral is a cathedral church located in Corpus Christi, Texas, United States. It is the seat of the Catholic Diocese of Corpus Christi.
1.2 miN
Bridge
Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge, Corpus Christi
30 min walk • The Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge is a through arch bridge located in Corpus Christi, Texas which carries six lanes of U.S. Route 181 and Texas State Highway 35 from downtown Corpus Christi to Rincon Point, known to locals as North Beach. The harbor bridge crosses the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and handles nearly 26,000 vehicles daily.
0.6 miNW
Cemetery, Historical place
Old Bayview Cemetery, Corpus Christi
16 min walk • Old Bayview Cemetery is a cemetery located on a small hill in downtown Corpus Christi, Texas on Ramirez St. at Padre St. bordered by the I-37 access road. It is the oldest federal military cemetery in Texas.
0.9 miN
27°48'32"N • 97°23'47"W
Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures and Education Center, Corpus Christi
24 min walk • Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
~1060 ftW
27°47'51"N • 97°23'39"W
K Space Contemporary Gallery, Corpus Christi
6 min walk • Museum, Art gallery
~1210 ftSW
27°47'40"N • 97°23'38"W
Texas Surf Museum, Corpus Christi
6 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mirador de la Flor?

Nearby attractions include One Shoreline Plaza, Corpus Christi (5 min walk), K Space Contemporary Gallery, Corpus Christi (6 min walk), Texas Surf Museum, Corpus Christi (6 min walk), Art Center of Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi (9 min walk).

How to get to Mirador de la Flor by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mirador de la Flor:

Bus

Peoples T-Head • Lines: 76 (1 min walk)
Water @ Schatzel • Lines: 6 (3 min walk)