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Plano, Plano, TX

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Plano

Plano is a sightseeing stop in Plano, TX, part of the Dallas–Fort Worth guide. Cost: free.

· Plano, TX

Why you should go…

Plano is a Dallas-Fort Worth suburb in Texas known for its Legacy West development, historic downtown district, and a network of family-friendly parks and trails. It has grown into a major corporate hub north of Dallas while keeping a small-town core around Haggard Park. The city markets itself to visitors through its Explore Plano tourism program.

  • #dallas suburb
  • #texas
  • #family friendly
  • #shopping

What's around here?

The closest stops to Plano, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Pinstack

    $25–$50

    Bowling, laser tag and an indoor ropes course anchor this large DFW-area entertainment complex.

    2.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Shopping
    Family Favorite

    Galleria Dallas

    Free

    A three-level luxury shopping mall in North Dallas with over 200 stores, restaurants and a year-round ice skating rink.

    6.9 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Southfork Ranch

    $25–$50

    Take a guided tour of the Ewing Mansion from the TV series Dallas, then browse show memorabilia in the ranch's museum.

    11 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Universal Kids Resort

    $25–$50

    Universal's theme park and hotel in Frisco designed for families with children ages 3 to 8, with seven themed lands.

    11 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Outdoor Adventure

    Lewisville

    Free

    Visitor guide for Lewisville, Texas, home to Lewisville Lake, Old Town's arts scene and MCL Grand theatre.

    13 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Free

    Mustangs of Las Colinas

    Free

    A larger-than-life bronze of nine wild mustangs galloping across a stream in Williams Square, Las Colinas, viewable any time.

    14 mi awayMore like this