Plano, Texas is truly the land of plenty. Blending historic charm with modern luxury, the city brims with attractions and amenities that make it perfect for a day trip or a leisurely weekend getaway. Plano’s location just north of Dallas offers easy access to the area’s airports, professional sports, performing arts, museums and the world famous Southfork Ranch. But Plano is also a destination in its own right, with more than 1,000 restaurants, world-class shopping, a lively arts and nightlife scene, walkable entertainment districts, abundant natural beauty, and many family friendly attractions like the only Crayola Experience in the state.

Plano is known as a foodie’s paradise, offering a vast variety of different cuisines from around the world. From farm-to-table, sustainable seafood, and even a European-style food hall, Plano has everything from Texas-style BBQ and Tex-Mex to Asian fusion and delectable desserts. 

Aat Legacy West this “city within a city” is the perfect place to play, shop, dine, and stay. The development boasts plenty of open-air luxury retail like David Yurman, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Golden Goose and Tiffany & Co., plus restaurants, and a luxury hotel property, the Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West, where guests are fully immersed in the West of Zen culture. Once settled in, guests are encouraged to drink in the Texas sunset and sip a crafted cocktail on the rooftop pool deck. This third floor oasis includes a heated rooftop swimming pool and spa, with large, resort-style umbrellas and cabanas. 

For those who can’t decide where to dine, Legacy Food Hall has it all. In this one-of-a-kind artisanal European food hall at Legacy West, visitors can wander over 20 stalls to meet local purveyors and sample everything from lobster rolls and sushi to Philly cheesesteaks and tacos. The popular Roots Chicken Shak is home to a 2022 James Beard Awards finalist for Best Chef: Texas, Tiffany Derry, and her infamous duck-fat fried chicken. 

Legacy Hall brings the best local chefs in a unique space making for an unforgettable dining experience. But that’s not all – there is also has an on-site brewery and an outdoor live music and entertainment stage in the Box Garden. The spring and summer music lineup has something for everyone. 

Find all this plus more travel inspiration for your next visit to Plano at visitplano.com