When you’re ready for some outdoor afternoon excitement with the family, grab your swimsuits and floats and head over to The Texas Pool, which is shaped like the state of Texas!!  At this huge water hole, you can slip down two water slides, make a splash by jumping off the diving board and enjoy the shallow area with the little ones. 

While enjoying these fabulous attractions, be sure to check out the Heritage Farmstead Museum to immerse yourself in Texas Blackland Prairie history at this carefully preserved historic site. Built in 1891, the house and barns give visitors true insights into what life was like for early Texas settlers in the area. The farm successfully produced award-winning livestock until 1972 when it became a historical landmark you can visit today. Take a tour, attend an event, or simply drop by to discover something new each visit.

Discover Amazing Outdoor Adventures 

Get your walking shoes on and prepare to explore Plano’s pristine parks and preserves! Arbor Hills Nature Preserve is a 200-acre park with paved and unpaved walking trails along with a bike trail. Nature abounds here and the bird watching at the pond is the best birding experience around these parts. 

Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve is Plano’s largest, with 800 acres to be explored and nearly eight miles of walking trails. The pond at the park is perfect for canoeing, kayaking or paddleboarding. For a more thrilling adventure high up in the sky, add Go Ape Treetop Adventure Course to your visit!  Call out like Tarzan, and beat your chest if you like, as you experience ziplining through the treetops, enjoying beautiful bird’s eye views of the lush landscape.

If you feel like a slower pace might be in the cards, check out Plano’s premier golf courses for you to enjoy. Challenge your friends or family to a game at Pecan Hollow, offering fast greens, bunkers, a 5-hole short course and a 140,000 square foot putting green. Or improve your short game at Ridgeview Ranch where you’ll discover a driving range and plenty of professional PGA staff who are available for lessons. Check out the nearby Courses at Watters Creek that combine the perfect blend of multiple courses in one place and appeal to any level or budget of your golf experience.

Watch Balloons Color the Sky and Shop 'Til You Drop!

Plan ahead for your visit to Plano to attend one of many extraordinary events like Plano’s All American 4th of July, where you can spread out your blanket and enjoy a snack while watching a color explosion in the sky along with a music simulcast for the show at one of the best fireworks shows in Texas.

How about shopping in upscale boutiques while sipping a delicious beverage? Happy Hour Hike is a monthly event in Legacy West where you can enjoy a variety of beverages, new shops, and live music. Sip-and-shop while discovering the latest fashions and restaurants in the beautiful and sheik Legacy West neighborhood. Check in at the table, receive a collectible tasting glass and map, then find your way to fantastic fun. 

Stay a While in Plano

With so many unique attractions, luxurious accommodations, unlimited shopping options and world-class eateries, it is no wonder why Plano has been named one of the “happiest places in the country.” Conveniently located near the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, Plano is the place to call your home away from home when you are ready to enjoy your time away and make lasting memories. Plan to stay awhile and Plan your stay today.  

About the Author: Alexandra is the Digital Content Creator for Tour Texas. She is an avid traveler, lover of the arts, and enthusiast of all things Texas!