# Five Cities in the Dallas Metroplex to Visit on a Guys Weekend Staycation *By James Hills, mantripping.com — Updated February 2025* Dallas is more than "just a city" it is a unique geo-political destination that like Los Angeles would be better thought of as a collection of smaller cities surrounding a central point. That might be a weird way to look at it but while I once looked at "Dallas" as a place to go for a guys getaway, I've started to think of the destination in terms of cities like Fort Worth, Irving, McKinney, Allen, and Lewisville instead. Not only would any of these destinations make for a great excuse to get a taste of Dallas ... but even folks who live in the metroplex can easily travel to someplace new for a sort of guys getaway staycation experience. It's easy to get caught up in the rat race of life and forget about all the great things that Dallas has to offer. There are so many different cities around Dallas that would be perfect for a guy's staycation. This blog post will explore five different cities located around the metroplex where you could enjoy some time away from work with your buddies!   ## Fort Worth [Fort Worth](https://www.fortworth.com/) is the "other half" of the namesake airport and it is sometimes overshadowed by Dallas but is probably one of the most exciting destinations for a Texas-sized [guys weekend](https://www.mantripping.com/guys-weekend.html). From huge steak dinners and some of the area's best BBQ to authentic cowboy culture, this is the spot to go if you want to experience what made the region famous. 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We had a blast [exploring Irving](index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2281:a-texas-sized-guys-weekend-in-irving-texas&catid=23) with some of our blogger friends a few years ago when we stayed at the Marriott Las Colinas and can't wait to go back again soon! Some highlights we recommend you checking out in Irving include: - [Gondola Adventures](https://irving.gondola.com/) - [Toyota Music Factory](https://www.toyotamusicfactory.com/) - [Po Melvins Cajun Restaurant](https://www.pomelvins.com/) - [The Ranch at Las Colinas Steakhouse](https://theranchlc.com/)   ## McKinney While other choices on our list are more focused on high-energy destinations, [McKinney, Texas](https://www.visitmckinney.com/) is a more laid-back destination perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine or craft beer. McKinney is charming destination and has a center of town steeped with history as well as plenty of natural outdoor areas to explore. Some highlights we recommend you checking out in McKinney include: ***North Texas Wineries:*** - [Landon Winery](https://www.landonwinery.com/) - [Lone Star Wine Cellars](https://www.lonestarwinecellars.com/) - [Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary](https://www.heardmuseum.org/)   ## Arlington While you can certainly visit the sports arenas found in Arlington while staying in other parts of Dallas, it should be noted that this is home to AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, Globe Life Field, home of the Texas Rangers, and also Six Flags. Additionally, [Arlington, Texas](https://www.arlington.org/) is home to some of the area's best breweries. Some highlights we recommend you checking out in Arlington include: - [AT&T Stadium](https://attstadium.com/) - Globe Life Field - [PBR bar at Texas Live!](https://texas-live.com/eat-and-drink/pbr-texas)   ## Lewisville [Lewisville, Texas](https://www.visitlewisville.com/) is located along Lewisville Lake, a reservoir that was completed in the 1950s and so this has made it a fantastic destination for fishing and watersports in the Dallas Metroplex. Some highlights we recommend you checking out in Lewisville include: [Bendt Distilling Co](https://www.bendtdistillingco.com/) *Rent A Boat:* [JT's Boat Rentals](https://www.rentmypontoon.net/) [American WaterCraft Rentals](http://www.americanwatercraftrentals.com/)   Details Written by: James Hills Last Updated: 27 February 2025 ### 🚢Ready To Book A Vacation? Let us help you plan a cruise, all-inclusive resort, or tour for your next guys trip, family vacation, or romantic getaway. 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