El Dorado

Historic and charming, McKinney is the typical Texas small town. But there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to small cities that take pride in their distinct personalities. Read on to know what makes McKinney a town worth visiting next time you’re in Texas. Main Street If there’s one place you need to visit when in McKinney it’s Main Street. This is where you can find restaurants, pubs, cafes, and boutiques housed in historic old buildings along tree-lined streets. All shops along Main Street are independent and local-owned which means you are doing your part in keeping the town’s economy going by getting your retail fix here. Chestnut Square Historic Village Home to 10 preserved buildings and just a short walk from Main Street, Chestnut Square is where you need to go to get a glimpse of McKinney’s history. See period buildings including a chapel, a general store, a boarding house, and different historic homes preserved to transport curious visitors back in time. Volunteers dressed up in period costumes are also a regular sight, answering questions and playing the roles of 19th century McKinney residents. Performing Arts Center For a small town, McKinney has a lively arts and culture scene. Regular shows are held at the Performing Arts Center. Watch off-Broadway musicals, concerts, and comedy shows for big-city entertainment in a small-town setting. The center can seat 427 and is located in a busy restaurant and shopping strip. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary Aside from entertainment, history, and culture, McKinney also has sanctuaries and botanical gardens. The Natural Science Museum is home to an extensive nature collection including preserved indigenous ecosystems. It also has walking trails that lead to smaller pocket and botanical gardens and butterfly gardens. Tupps Brewery This is a local favorite for beer lovers, both locals, and tourists. Located at the Historic Cotton Mill, the brewery is known for its handcrafted beers and ales, homey interiors, and lively musical events held at the property every week. El Dorado – Texas Family Fitness McKinney is home to dozens of locally-owned fitness gyms. If you are staying for a few days it’s easy to keep your fitness regimen going by visiting one of the top gyms in town. This is also a great place to rub elbows with fitness-minded locals. McKinney may be small but it is full of life and color. If you are just passing through and you want to get a quick feel for what this town has to offer, start with the spots above for a quick but comprehensive take on this charming Texas town.

Starting at Texas Family Fitness, located at 11501 Custer Rd #104, Frisco, TX 75035 heading north on unnamed roads you’ll reach Andy’s Frozen Custard located at 16061 Eldorado Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75035.

 

If you leave Andy’s Frozen Custard located at 16061 Eldorado Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75035 and head east on unnamed roads, you’ll reach Legacy ER & Urgent Care located at 16151 Eldorado Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75035.

 

If you leave Legacy ER & Urgent Care located at 16151 Eldorado Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75035 and head south on unnamed roads you’ll reach The UPS Store located at 11625 Custer Rd #110, Frisco, TX 75035.

 

If you leave The UPS Store located at 11625 Custer Rd #110, Frisco, TX 75035 and head south on unnamed roads you’ll reach Subway located at 11501 Custer Rd Suite 103, Frisco, TX 75035.

 

If you leave Subway located at 11501 Custer Rd Suite 103, Frisco, TX 75035 and head east on W University Dr, you’ll reach Groggy Dog-McKinney located at 2014 W University Dr STE 330, McKinney, TX 75070.