Grapevine Local Attractions
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, downtown Grapevine is a great place to spend any day shopping, eating and tasting Texas wines. Please visit other pages on our Web site to learn more about the many historic preservation venues. In addition, the rest of the city has a variety of wonderful attractions waiting for you to enjoy. Recently considered a destination city by tourists, many local folks are choosing Grapevine area attractions as their first choice for day-tripping. So join in the fun and experience what our hometown has to offer. You may be surprised at what all is here!   Grapevine Vintage Railroad The Grapevine Vintage Railroad's steam and diesel engines pull renovated excursion trains through Tarrant County, offering a turn-of-the-century sightseeing experience from four passenger coaches and two touring coaches. We invite you and your family to experience the true essence of rail travel as it used to be in these beautiful coaches that date back to the 1920's.
The Cotton Belt Railroad District in Grapevine is anchored at 707 S. Main Street by the Station House. The District is home to many community landmarks, such as the Grapevine Historical Museum, the Blacksmith's shop and the Visitor Information Center. These vintage structures provide opportunities for residents, school children and visitors to explore Grapevine's heritage.   There are two locations to catch the Grapevine Vintage Railroad trains: passengers may board the train either in Grapevine or at the Fort Worth Stockyards Station. Passengers on the Fort Worth run have time to debark and shop in the rustic Stockyards before returning to Grapevine. On the run to Grapevine, riders may get off in Grapevine to sightsee for a while, and later, board the return train back to Fort Worth. Both trips are a great adventure for train enthusiasts and families alike. Check the Web site often for special Grapevine Vintage Railroad events, including a spring "A Day Out with Thomas," and the very popular winter holiday train event, "North Pole Express." As an added attraction, the GVR is offering a romantic evening on Valentine's Day - the Sweetheart Express Experience, designed especially for couples. These special event train rides always sell out, so get your tickets early.
9/11 Flight Crew Memorial Attracts Many Visitors
The plaza and bronze memorial sculpture —"VALOR  COMMITMENT  DEDICATION"—stands to honor those 33-members of the 9/11 flight crews who lost their lives in 2001.   The handsome, 1.5 times life-size bronze is located at the corner of 1000 Texan Trail at Northwest Highway (Hwy 26) and is breathtaking.  Throughout the year, the sculpture continues daily to attract many visitors from around the world. There are future plans to complete this remarkable  bronze memorial by surrounding the base with a perpetual water fountain.   For more information on how to support the upcoming water garden project, contact  Foundation Executives Dean and Valerie Thompson at 817 439-5308.
Austin Ranch - Horsing Around Encourged!
Austin Ranch, one of the oldest ranches in Texas and a former hideout for Bonnie and Clyde is found next door to Grapevine Mills Mall and the Hilton DFW Lakes Hotel. One of the most historic dude ranches in Texas, everyone will discover what "yee-ha" really means. Roping, riding, relaxing on more than 90 wooded acres of serene, meandering trails, surrounding a tranquil, 10-acre private lake – it’s all here. Our professional wranglers are standing by at our on-site stable to make sure everyone has a safe and fun day. Just give us a holler at 817-481-1536 or swing on by and Saddle Up!
Duck Riders - A Great Quacky Ride!
"The Best Excursion in the Metroplex." Ride on a renovated WWII military DUKW, traveling on land and water aboard Quack I or Quack II, with the "Duck Riders" of Grapevine. Pick-up points are: Grapevine Mills Mall, Gaylord Texan Resort and Great Wolf Lodge. Contact duck@duckriders.com  or 817 421-3825 for details.
Local Fun
Duck Riders Grapevine Excursions from Grapevine Mills Mall, Gaylord Texan Resort and Great Wolf Lodge Grapevine, Texas 76051 817 421-3825
GameWorks 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy. Neighborhood 5, #525 Grapevine, Texas 76051 972 539-6757
GCISD Swim Center 2305 Pool Rd. Grapevine, Texas 76051 817 251-5353
Grapevine's Runway Theatre  215 North Dooley Street Grapevine, Texas  76051 817 488-4842
Lunar Mini Golf 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway Grapevine, Texas 76051 972 691-4677
Mad Duck Adventure Sports 721 E. Northwest Hwy. Grapevine, Texas 76051 817 442-0339
Main Event Entertainment 407 W. Hwy 114 Grapevine, Texas 76051 817 416-1111
Polar Ice Skating Arena 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway Neighborhood 6, #613 Grapevine, Texas 76051 972 874-1930
Skatetown 2330 William D. Tate Ave Grapevine, Texas 76051 817 329-9988
Summit Climbing Gym 1040 Mustang Drive Grapevine, Texas 76051 817 421-3888
Xdrenalin Zone Texas Sports Academy 2500 Fairway Drive, #500 Grapevine, Texas 76051 817 912-0001 Please note: This list is still being developed to include many of the Local Attractions in Grapevine.  If you know of a business not listed here, send us a note telling us who is missing.  If you knew a business listed here that is no longer in business, please tell us that as well.  Thank you!