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Collin County Travel and Tourism Guide

Athena C.

5/11/26

Plan your visit to Collin County TX — top attractions, hotels, dining, events, and tourism highlights in Frisco, Plano, McKinney, and Allen.

From PGA Frisco and The Star to McKinney's historic downtown, Collin County is a premier North Texas destination. Here's your visitor's guide.

Your complete visitor's guide to attractions, lodging, dining, and experiences across Collin County, Texas.


Collin County has emerged as one of the premier travel destinations in Texas. No longer just a bedroom community for Dallas, the county now boasts world-class golf, professional sports, a thriving arts and culture scene, nationally recognized dining, and some of the most distinctive historic small-town experiences in North Texas. Whether you're visiting for a weekend or planning a longer stay, this Collin County travel and tourism guide covers everything you need.


Top Attractions


PGA Frisco


PGA Frisco is the county's flagship attraction — the national headquarters of the PGA of America and home to two championship golf courses, a luxury resort, and a world-class practice facility. It has transformed Frisco into a major golf tourism destination.


  • Play Fields Ranch East and West — two championship public courses

  • Stay at Omni PGA Frisco Resort for a complete destination golf experience

  • Attend PGA championship events and professional tournaments


The Star and Toyota Stadium — Frisco


The Star is the Dallas Cowboys' world headquarters, and Toyota Stadium is home to FC Dallas and one of North Texas's top entertainment venues. Together they anchor Frisco's entertainment district.


  • Cowboys training camp and facility tours

  • FC Dallas MLS matches at Toyota Stadium

  • Ford Center events — concerts, youth sports, and entertainment

  • Frisco RoughRiders baseball at adjacent Dr Pepper Ballpark


Historic Downtown McKinney


McKinney's Historic Square is one of the most visited small-town downtown destinations in Texas. The combination of 19th-century architecture, locally owned shops, restaurants, and a vibrant arts scene makes it a top day-trip and weekend destination.


  • Independent boutiques, antique shops, and galleries

  • Chef-owned and locally operated restaurants and cafes

  • Year-round festivals and community events on the Square

  • Collin County History Museum and local cultural resources


Legacy West — Plano


Legacy West is a world-class walkable lifestyle district in West Plano featuring luxury retail, nationally acclaimed dining, and a distinctive architectural environment that draws visitors from across the DFW area.


  • Designer and luxury retail shopping

  • Award-winning dining and bar concepts

  • Regular events, pop-up markets, and community programming


Hotels and Lodging


Luxury and Upscale Hotels


  • Omni PGA Frisco Resort: The premier luxury golf resort in North Texas — destination-level accommodation

  • The Westin Stonebriar (Frisco): Full-service upscale hotel near Stonebriar Centre

  • Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt full-service properties along the Legacy corridor in Plano


Mid-Range and Business Hotels


  • Courtyard, Residence Inn, and Hilton Garden Inn properties in Frisco, Plano, McKinney, and Allen

  • Extended stay options near Legacy West and major corporate campuses in Plano

  • Boutique and independent hotel properties in and near historic McKinney


Collin County Events Calendar Highlights


  • Frisco Fest: Annual community festival — music, arts, and local vendors

  • McKinney Oktoberfest and holiday market events on the Historic Square

  • FC Dallas home match season (March through October)

  • PGA of America championship events at PGA Frisco

  • Heard Natural Science Museum seasonal programming and nature events

  • Allen USA Celebration: One of the most attended July 4th fireworks events in North Texas


Day Trip Itineraries


Art and Culture Day: Historic McKinney Square → Heard Museum → downtown McKinney dining → evening on the Square


Sports and Entertainment: PGA Frisco round → The Star tour → FC Dallas match → Frisco dining


Shopping and Dining: Legacy West → Stonebriar Centre → Preston Road boutiques → upscale dinner


Family Adventure: Crayola Experience Plano → Arbor Hills Nature Preserve → McKinney family dining


Getting to Collin County


  • DFW International Airport: 25–35 minutes from most Collin County cities via Dallas North Tollway or TX-121

  • Dallas Love Field: 35–45 minutes via US-75 or the tollway

  • DART Rail (Red and Orange lines): Service into Plano and Allen from Dallas

  • Major highways: Dallas North Tollway, US-75, Sam Rayburn Tollway (121), and US-380


Additional Resources


Helpful Links


  • Visit Frisco TX (visitfrisco.com)

  • Visit McKinney (visitmckinney.com)

  • Visit Plano (visitplano.com)

  • PGA Frisco (pgafrisco.com)

  • The Star — Dallas Cowboys HQ (atandtstadium.com/the-star)

  • FC Dallas / Toyota Stadium (fcdallas.com)

  • Frisco RoughRiders (milb.com/frisco)


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