Weekend Trip from Dallas – Short Trips for Fun & Relaxation

Weekend Trips from Dallas

1. Austin (3 hours) - live music and food paradise

✅ Why go? Living nightlife, BBQ and outdoor activities.

✔ Must-Doo: Visit Kayak, State Capital on 6th Street, Lady Bird Lake.

✔ Where to stay: Driskil Hotel (Historical Luxury) or South Congress is still Boutique.

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2. Fredericksburg (4 hours) - German attraction and alcohol country

✅ Why go? Texas Hill Country Winery and the center of European style.

✔ Must-you: Wine tasting in Vinegård in Grape Creek, hike Enchant Rock.

✔ Where to stay: Hoffman at (comfortable cabin) or Sunday house in.

3. Broken bow, ok (3 hours) - cabin retreat and nature

✅ Why go? Loneliness, hiking and lake activities.

✔ Must-Doo: Rent a luxurious cabin, Explore Beaver Bend State Park, zipper.

✔ Where to live: Wilderness Cove (private hot tub) or Hocutown hut.

4. Wako (1.5 hours) - Magnolia Market and History

✅ Why go? Fixer upper vibes and family -friendly fun.

✔ Must-Doo: Shop in Magnolia Market, Dr. Go to Paper Museum, Cameron Park Zoo.

✔ Where to stay: Hotel Indigo or Kozi Airbnb near the city.

5. Hot Springs, AR (4 hours) - spa -retreat and hiking

✅ Why go? Natural thermal bathrooms and scenic hindstones.

✔ Must-Door: Soak in Buck Fabric Bathhouse, Hike Hot Springs Mountain Tower.

✔ Where to stay: Waters Hotel (Historical Luxury) or Lakefront Cabin.

6. Glenn Rose (1.5 hours) - Dinosaur Valley and Safari

✅ Why go? Fossil Track and Wildlife Adventure.

✔ Must-Doo: Walking With Dinosaurs at Dinosaur Valley State Park, Visit Fossil Rim Wildlife Center.

✔ Where to live: Sarai on the river or coarse shine in a pelvic.

7. Grapewine (30 minutes) - Wine Train and Festival

✅ Why go? Quick escape with vineyard and family fun.

✔ Must-Doo: Ride Grapewine Vintage Railroad, tastes wine in Mesina Hof.

✔ Where to live: Gelord Texon Resort (indoor water park and events).

8. Jefferson (2.5 hours) - Historical Hunts and River Boats

✅ Why go? Ghost tourism and southern attraction.

✔ Must-Doo: Riverboat Ride, Haunted Hotel Tour, Antique Shopping.

✔ Where are you going to stay: excellessier House Hotel (rough and historically).

9. Tyler (1.5 hours) - Rose Garden and Lakes

✅ Why go? Fantastic garden and peaceful retreat.

✔ Must-Doo: Go to Tyler Rose Garden, increase in Tyler State Park.

✔ Where to stay: Fredonia Hotel or Lakefront clean.

10. Posum Kingdom Lake (2.5 hours) - Water Sports and Cuts

✅ Why go? Fantastic stones and clean water.

✔ Must-Doo: Jet Skiing, Clif Jumping Hales gate, Fishing.

✔ Where to live: Cliffs Resort or Lakefront Airbnbs.

11. San Antonio (4 hours) - River Walk and Alamo

✅ Why go? History, culture and tax-mex food.

✔ Must-Doo: River Walk Boat Tour, Alamo, Six Flags Fiesta Texas.

✔ Where to stay: Hotel Emma (Lux) or Drain Plaza (family friendly).

12. Fort Worth (40 minutes) - Cowboy culture and zoo

✅ Why go? Rhodio, museum and fast escape.

✔ Must-Doo: Stockyard Rhodio, Fort Worth Zoo, Kimbel Art Museum.

✔ Where to stay: Stockyard Hotel or Omni Fort Worth.

13. Canton (1 hour) - first Monday Trade Day

✅ Why go? The fascination of the flea market and the small town on a large scale.

✔ Must-do: Shop during the first Monday's trading days, visit East Texas Lakes.

क where to stay: Canton Trade Days Rv Park or nearby B&B.

14. Turner Falls, OK (2.5 hours) - Falls and Camp

✅ Why go? Natural swimming holes and hiking journeys.

✔ Must-you: Swimming at Turner Falls, exploring caves and trails.

✔ Where to stay: Turner falls or cabin in tent camping.