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A SHORT DRIVE AWAY

BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING

Take a self-guided tour of the U.S. Treasury’s Western Currency outpost in Fort Worth and find out how billions of dollars are printed there each year. A few times a year, employees give craftmanship demonstrations for a closer look.

DALLAS ZOO

Feed some giraffes, witness the speed of a cheetah named Winspear, and visit more than 2,000 other members of the animal kingdom at the Dallas Zoo. Head for the mile-long Wilds of Africa Adventure Safari monorail when it’s time for a breather.

FOSSIL RIM WILDLIFE CENTER

Take a day trip to Glen Rose and visit Fossil Rim, where wildlife runs free and cabin stays keep true explorers close. The Center’s mission is conservation; your money will support education and research to protect the nature you enjoy at Fossil Rim.

GRAPEVINE VINTAGE RAILROAD

Depart from the center of Historic Downtown Grapevine on a 1920s Victorian coach and ride along the famed Cotton Belt Route. The train is itself a destination, with jazz and wine nights and special holiday programming.

LONE STAR PARK

Watch horses race live in Grand Prairie on the track or via simulcast over dinner at the adjacent Bar & Book. If you’re new to the racing scene, check out a handy fan education guide at lonestarpark.com.

LOUIS TUSSAUD’S PALACE OF WAX AND RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT!

A 2,000 square foot Mirror Maze, a 7D Moving Theater ride, and more than 200 wax doppelgangers of your favorite stars make this Grand Prairie compound the headquarters of weird and wonderful fun.

PEROT MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE

Make your own adventure at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, one of the most popular attractions in Dallas. With 11 permanent exhibits halls, the things you’ll learn and experience here are limitless.

TRADERS VILLAGE

This famous Texas flea market in Grand Prairie is open every weekend, all year long. Check out their rows of shops, food vendors, and fun rides for kids and adults alike.

LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER

This is the ultimate indoor Lego playground for both kids and parents. LEGO NINJAGO training camp complete with laser maze and a mini waterpark make LEGOLAND a must-do.