Plano vacation rentals

Laze and lounge in spacious Plano

Out on the fringes of northern Dallas, where space is not a premium, Plano has been allowed to spread its wings. The result is a green and leafy city, where fountains babble in the parks and shimmering business high-rises loom over open plazas. Clean and manicured, this is a well-to-do enclave that's long attracted business travelers and families with its wealth of recreational spaces and eclectic line up of Plano vacation rentals. You'll also love being within striking distance of the Lewisville and Lavon lakes, where sailing and summertime walking abound.

Discover Plano's historic heart

If you really want to feel the characterful side of this one, then there's nowhere better to search for those Plano vacation rentals than in the Historic Downtown. This designated arts district has quaint American diners, 1950s-style cafés, boutique shops, and local craft stores. Once you're done there, it's high time to hit the parks. The best of these is the Arbor Hills Nature Preserve, where pavilions host regular bands and weddings in the summer, there are playgrounds and picnic spots, and a chance to see rare herons and woodpeckers between the boughs.

It's all about the park life in Plano

Plano has countless parks. Vacationers can spend long days lazing beneath lurching oak trees listening to the sound of babbling fountains, or hiking through forests to lookout points and picnic spots above the town. Others will want to break away to sail and camp on the edge of nearby lakes. If you'd prefer something less outdoorsy, then Plano's seemingly endless shopping malls have you covered, while history lovers can head to case out old railroads or learn about the founding of the city in its historic district.

Consider a fall visit to Plano

Plano's wealth of pretty parks and inviting nature preserves means that you're going to need plenty of dry weather and sun to really make the most of life here. For that, it's actually better to dodge the high summer in Texas, when temperatures can be unbearably hot. Instead, consider looking for your Plano vacation rentals in the fall, when the trees glow in beautiful fall colors, and the dry days of October and November offers great walking conditions.

Exploring the natural features in Plano

Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in Plano. Here are some of the area’s most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• Addison Circle Park (8.6 mi / 13.8 km)
• White Rock Lake (13.3 mi / 21.5 km)
• White Rock Lake Park (13.6 mi / 21.9 km)
• Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden (13.7 mi / 22.1 km)
• Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (14.8 mi / 23.8 km)
• Lake Ray Hubbard (15.3 mi / 24.7 km)

Transportation options to and around Plano

The nearest airport is in Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW), located 21.5 mi (34.6 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Love Field Airport (DAL), which is 15 mi (24.1 km) away.

You can get around Plano by jumping on the metro at Downtown Plano Station, Parker Road Station or Bush Turnpike Station West.