About Grapevine, Texas

Centrally located in Dallas-Forth Worth, Grapevine, Texas offers city-sized fun in a small, welcoming community with an authentic, relaxed atmosphere. Just a stones-throw from DFW Airport and with a population of 51,000 people, Grapevine is the perfect place to explore while visiting Texas for business, or during a layover in between longer flights. Whether you’re visiting for business or just for a day or two in between flights, check out the best places to stay and things to do in this small, country town.

Grapevine, Texas Accommodation

1. Hyatt Regency DFW International Airport
   For those visiting Grapevine during a stopover and wanting to stay close to the airport, the Hyatt Regency DFW provides the perfect accommodation. Offering a convenient airport shuttle service, nearby parking garage and easy access to and from Terminal C, those travelling internationally or only visiting for a short stay will be able to rest and relax between connecting flights.
2. Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Centre
   Need to host business meetings while in the area? The Hilton DFW Lakes is the ideal place to stay for those needing to host business conferences and events, featuring Meeting Rooms, a Business Centre and an on-site restaurant to ensure everything required is in one location. The Hilton DFW Lakes is also located a short trip from LEGOLAND and the SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium, meaning travellers can easily explore the area before or after work trips.
3. Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Centre
   Want to truly immerse yourself in Texan culture while staying? There’s no better place to stay than the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Centre. Boasting a distinctive Texan vibe alongside a fun built-in waterpark, stay here with family or young children in between flights and take in the Texan atmosphere. The resort also offers a free shuttle service and is a short distance from main street and DFW Airport, meaning travellers can really explore the area before heading off again.

Things to do in Grapevine, Texas

SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium

Grapevine Main Street district is home to dozens of historical buildings perfect for exploring during the day – and within one of those buildings, you’ll find the SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium! Housing over 30 displays of turtles, sharks, jellyfish and more in the 45,000-square-foot aquarium, bring your family here between flights and say hello to the animals, or visit the Sea Turtle Rescue Centre and experience the Aquarium’s important rehabilitation work.

Urban Wine Trail

With a name like Grapevine, it should come as no surprise that this small, country town is home to some pretty spectacular wineries – and the best way to visit them is on the Grapevine Urban Wine Trail. The headquarters of the Texas wine-tasting experience, book an extra day between flights and take the opportunity to explore the regions ever-growing wine trail, with daily tastings and plenty of winery rooms available for you to visit. If you’re lucky, you may even visit during one of the region’s award-winning festivals – you’ll be glad that you did!

Main Street Fest

Outside of the many attractions open to the public year-round, Grapevine is also known for the many incredible festivals – the most highly-anticipated of which is Main Street Fest. Hosted in May every year (and running for over 40 years), Main Street Fest boasts three fun-filled days of live music, craft beverage experiences, delicious food and so much more, as well as a KidZone for families and a Carnival space. If you’re flying to the US during May, we highly recommend stopping in DFW to experience this festival – you won’t regret it!

Explore Grapevine, Texas on your Next Trip

Whether you’re travelling to Texas for business or stopping in the area between longer flights, Grapevine is packed with attractions and events for people of all ages to enjoy.

Next time you’re considering a trip to Texas, speak to our Travel Agents about including a trip to Grapevine.