Cities to Visit: Plano, Texas
Located just minutes north of Dallas, Plano is home
to many exciting attractions including Southfork Ranch, home of the world-famous
Ewing family from the television show "Dallas."
Just down the road is a treasure hunter's paradise, Historic
Downtown Plano. Nestled along quaint brick streets you'll
discover shops of both new and old. While visiting downtown stop by
the Interurban Rail Museum, take a tour of Plano's
historic homes or stop by the new state of the art Courtyard
Theater for a tour or a play. No trip to Plano would be complete
with out visiting the Heritage Farmstead Museum. This
quaint home and museum depicts farm life as it was on the Blackland
Prairie.
If shopping is your bag, there is no place better than Plano. Located
in the center of some of the best shopping in Texas. Plano has two malls; The
Shops at Willow Bend and Collin Creek. In addition
Plano is surrounded by other shopping facilities including Allen Premium
Outlets mall, a regional mall and much more. Plano is a shopper's
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Plano, the Hot Air Balloon Capital of Texas, is also
the home of the states largest Balloon Festival held
the third weekend in September. Other annual events include the Fourth
of July Celebration and Christmas in Old Downtown.
Come experience Plano, Texas for yourself.
WHERE TO STAY
Over 3,600 affordable hotel rooms and 700 restaurants for every budget
and appetite offer the perfect end to a fun-filled day.
Homewood Suites by Hilton-Plano, Technology Crossroads,
2601 E. George Bush Turnpike, Plano; (972) 881-3339, (800) 225-5466.
Located north of Dallas in Plano on George Bush (I-190) at Jupiter. Convenient
to shopping, restaurants and area attractions. Complimentary full breakfast
buffet daily and shuttle service within 5 miles. www.homwood-suites.com.
The Southfork Hotel, 1600 N. Central Expwy., Plano;
(972) 578-8555. The Southfork Hotel is a 280-room, full-service hotel
located in the vibrant city of Plano, Texas. It is a sister property
to the legendary Southfork Ranch, home of the television series "Dallas." www.southforkhotel.com.
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