Grapevine, Texas: The Ideal Family-Friendly Summer Escape

Looking for the perfect Summer destination? Grapevine has everything you need for an unforgettable family vacation, a grown-up getaway or a day trip! Located on the shores of Lake Grapevine near Dallas and Fort Worth, this charming city offers exciting attractions, a thriving food and wine scene and lakeside adventures - all in one easy-to-explore destination.

Grapevine offers over 20 hotels to suit your needs. Choose from luxury resorts like the Gaylord Texan, family-friendly accommodations at Great Wolf Lodge, charming boutique options like Hotel Vin and a variety of select-service hotels. You'll find the perfect place to unwind during your Summer adventures. Book your stay in Grapevine today!

Grapevine’s central location makes it one of North Texas’s most accessible destinations. Home to DFW International Airport, travelers can start their adventure the moment they land with hotels, dining and entertainment just minutes away. With major highways connecting to Dallas and Fort Worth, it’s also an easy road trip or staycation spot. Once you're here, getting around is easy! Grapevine offers a complimentary visitors' shuttle service that makes stops at attractions, hotels and the airport. 

Beat the heat at North Texas’s largest indoor water park! With thrilling slides, a massive wave pool, a lazy river, splash zones for little adventurers and an outdoor pool, Great Wolf Lodge delivers non-stop water fun—all under one roof. Enjoy character appearances, pool dance parties and themed summer drinks during Summer Camp-In from May 23 – August 24. Enjoy character appearances, pool dance parties and themed summer drinks during Summer Camp-In from May 23 – August 24.

Located at the impressive Gaylord Texan Resort, this resort-style water park offers a 600-foot lazy river, thrilling waterslides and a giant multi-level water playhouse. It’s the perfect spot to soak up the sun and cool off in style.  Enjoy seasonal activities inside the resort for SummerFest.

Arrr, matey! Bring your swimsuits and set sail for LEGOLAND Discovery Center’s Pirate Beach! This interactive water playground is packed with splash pads, water cannons, fountains and LEGO pirate ships—perfect for cooling off while channeling your inner buccaneer. Inside, there is even more entertainment made up of over 2 million LEGO bricks!

Lake Grapevine is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Rent a boat, go fishing or try wakeboarding for an adrenaline rush! Looking for something new? Take a stand-up paddleboarding lesson at DFW Surf. Check out WhoaZone, an inflatable obstacle course floating on the lake for high-energy excitement! Featuring trampolines, slides, balance beams and climbing walls, it's an aquatic playground perfect for thrill-seekers of all ages.

Gaylord Texan Resort and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences are launching Universe of Light, an all-new Summer attraction featuring more than 1,000 glowing lanterns showcasing 40 iconic DC Super Heroes and Super-Villains. Running May 23 – September 1, 2025, this immersive experience spans 17,500 square feet, bringing Gotham City, Metropolis and Themyscira to life with larger-than-life displays, interactive elements and character meet-and-greet opportunities.

Journey back in time this Summer with All Tracks Lead to Grapevine! From June through August, celebrate Grapevine’s dinosaur discoveries by visiting the Grapevine Tower Gallery for prehistoric adventures. Follow dino tracks along Historic Main Street for fun fossil finds at the shops and cafes and enjoy themed cartoons and movies at the Historic Palace Theatre! Don't miss out on Grapevine Vintage Railroad's Dinosaurs on the Tracks or special digs at Historic Nash Farm.

Grapevine Mills, an indoor shopping destination, is home to hundreds of shops and unique indoor attractions all under one roof. In addition to LEGOLAND, explore Meow Wolf: The Real Unreal, an immersive art experience that will blow your mind and visit SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium, where you can dive into an underwater adventure with sharks, stingrays, jellyfish and vibrant sea creatures! For the littles, don’t miss Peppa Pig World of Play, where themed play areas and interactive exhibits bring Peppa Pig’s world to life. Round 1 Bowling and Entertainment is packed with nonstop fun from bowling and arcade games to karaoke, billiards and delicious food - an action-filled experience for all ages.

This Summer, step back in time at Historic Nash Farm in Grapevine, where agrarian traditions come to life! Tour the original 1869 Farmhouse and historic barn while enjoying special Summer events. Experience Dairy Day on Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., featuring hands-on activities and a cow milking demo for $5. Then, on Saturday, July 12 at 7 p.m., don’t miss the Ice Cream Social with homemade treats, lawn games and live music for $10.

Grapevine boasts more than nine miles of scenic hiking and biking trails along Lake Grapevine. Enjoy a picnic or a game of frisbee at one of the destination's many beautiful parks, complete with playgrounds and open green spaces. 

Take a peaceful walk through one of Grapevine’s hidden gems, featuring lush gardens, vibrant flowers and tranquil ponds. It’s a nice spot to relax, take photos and enjoy the natural beauty of the Summer. 

Grab a paddle, hit the court and channel your inner pickler this summer! Chicken N Pickle combines pickleball courts, yard games, a full-service restaurant and a beer garden - making it an ideal place to hang out with family and friends.

See you this Summer in Grapevine!

Grapevine is the ultimate Summer destination - offering lakeside fun, exciting attractions and unforgettable experiences for all ages. Start planning your trip to Grapevine and make this Summer one to remember!