Grapevine, Texas is a wine lover, shopping, foodie mecca with so many things to do! Every time I visit I find something new to explore and experiences. Today we are sharing great things to do in Grapevine, Texas!
Things to do in Grapevine Texas
There is truly something for every age in Grapevine. From taking a wine tour to going down the slides at Great Wolf Lodge!
Don't get me started on the amazing shopping that is available in Grapevine. Plus there are amazing wineries all over Grapevine!
Vetro Glass Blowing
This was a bucket list experience for me!
You get to be hands-on and help with blowing a glass ornament. So much fun!
Address: 701 S Main St #103, Grapevine, TX 76051
Shopping on Main St.
I may have done a bit of shopping on Main St.! WOW! There is a little bit of everything and almost anything available on Main St. Grapevine. I found the most amazing jewelry and can't wait to go back and buy more. You can also find souvenirs, interesting Texas gifts and so much more! Give yourself time to wander the street and see what each of the stores has to offer!
Don't miss Crowned By Grace boutique! I found so many things in this boutique! I could have filled a suitcase with all of the stuff I wanted to bring home. Also, Hole in the Wall which is right next to Dr. Sue's chocolate. I may or may not have gone into Hole in the Wall twice during my last visit stocking up on things I just had to have!
Market on Main is another favorite. I hate to say it but during my last visit, the cashier was not super friendly but thankfully the selection of amazing jewelry and gifts made up for the grumpiness! This is a must-visit for gifts, jewelry, or really anything you can imagine and a lot of things you didn't know were available.
Take a wine tour or visit a winery
Wander along the urban wine trail in Grapevine or take the Grapevine Wine Tour and visit multiple wineries.
Visit our Grapevine Wineries to Visit post to check out the amazing wineries in Grapevine.
Explore Texas History
General Sam Houston negotiated the Treaty of Peace and Friendship on Grapevine soil with ten Native American nations in 1843. Grapevine was founded a year later which was a year prior to the Republic of Texas becoming a state.
Grapevine's Main Street is listed on the National Register of Historic Places!
So not only can you shop and drink wine you can learn about Texas history!
Photo courtesy of the Grapevine Visitors Bureau
Check out the Grapevine Glockenspiel
Glockenspiel Clock Tower reaches 127 –feet above Main Street and features two larger-than-life, 9-foot tall Glockenspiel characters, known as the Would-Be Train Robbers.
Approximately 75 feet above the ground, these figures emerge from the Tower each day at the stroke of noon, 3 p.m., 6 p.m., and 9 p.m. to commence what each believes to be the perfect heist.
Paint with a Twist
Enjoy a glass of wine while taking a two-hour painting class. Paintings rotate nightly so check their calendars to see what they are painting while you are in town.
In December I painted a cute Christmas painting and in the summer it was a cowboy boot!
"Imagine" Grapevine's Flying Unicorn
YES! You read that correctly! There is a flying unicorn in Grapevine, Texas! "Imagine," a winged unicorn, symbolizes action, dreams, and wishes that come true.
Visit Dr. Sues Chocolate
Dr. Sue was created to inspire people to a more healthy lifestyle while still enjoying chocolate. Dr. Sue believes her all-natural dark chocolate offers a decadent yet more healthful treat.
EAT Amazing food!
One thing is for sure you should not leave Grapevine hungry! There are so many great restaurants. Check out our restaurants to visit in Grapevine, Texas post to see all of our favorites!
Take a ride on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad
During the holidays you can ride the holiday wine train, they also have train robbery tours, and themed fun trains! Check their website to find out which rides are happening while you are in town!
Regular season excursions will follow on Saturday, February 15. Passengers can choose from a variety of regular excursions throughout the season:
- The Cotton Belt Route begins in Grapevine’s Historic Main Street District at the Cotton Belt Depot. Passengers take a trip through six different cities in Tarrant County before arriving in the Historic Stockyards. Once there, riders can explore before re-boarding the train and returning to Grapevine.
- The Stockyards Trinity River Excursion is a 45-minute train excursion that departs from Historic Stockyards Station in Fort Worth. The excursion crosses the West Fork of the Trinity River, passes Montgomery Plaza and travels through Trinity Park before returning to the Stockyards.
- The Grapevine Bear Creek Short Line excursion starts in Historic Grapevine. Passengers ride along the rails on the historic Cotton Belt Route for 45 minutes through four Tarrant County communities.
Grapevine Vintage Railroad offers special event trains throughout the year, including holiday excursions and 21+ events:
- Sweetheart Wine Train – Friday, February 14, 6:30 p.m. (21+)
- $56 per person or $395 per table of 4 people
- Tickets can be found on GVRR.com.
- Kiss Me I’m Irish Express – Friday, March 14 (21+)
- Spring Break Trains – Saturday, March 15 – Sunday, March 23
- Jazz Wine Trains – March 28, April 4 and 11 (21+)
- Easter Bunny Express – Sunday, April 20
- Mother’s Day Special – Sunday, May 11
- Memorial Day Trains – Monday, May 26
- 2nd Annual Lone Star Speakeasy Special – Friday, June 6 (21+)
- Father’s Day Special – Sunday, June 15
- 3rd Annual Disco Wine Train – Friday, July 25 (21+)
- Labor Day Trains – Monday, September 1
- Day Out With Thomas – Fridays – Sundays, October 10 – 12 & 17 – 19
- Witches’ Brew Train – Friday, October 24 (21+)
- Trick ‘r Treat Trains – Sunday, October 26
- Santa’s North Pole Express – Daily, November 28 – December 30
- Christmas Wine Trains – Wednesday, December 10 and Thursday, December 11
Ticket prices vary by excursion, event and coach selection. For complete information on schedules, pricing and to purchase tickets, visit GVRR.com.
Don't miss the great indoor water park at Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine
Additional Grapevine, Texas Resources
Check out all of the amazing Texas State Parks you can visit during your trip.
Noel Lorenzo
Wow, Tammilee, that was a very informative post! Thank you for sharing. I've never been to Texas, but if I ever go, I would love to check out Grapevine TX. Take care..
janella panchamsingh
Grapevine Texas looks like a great place to add to my places to visit. Thanks for sharing.
CATALINA NINI
Wooow ! Lovely photos ! You definitely can`t get bored in Grapevine. I love that you included the boutique you`ve been into too.
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Rose Sahetapy
You took us to an amazing journery through this post and your photos. Great options on how to enjoy the trip in Grapevine, Texas. I love the painting with a twist.
Eugenia
I’ve never heard of Grapevine before, what a great place to visit for wine , food and shopping lovers! I’d love to visit Crowned By Grace boutique and take a winery tour as I am a huge fan of jewelry and wine! Pinned your post for the later!
sabrina barbante
i love wines and I write for several blogs about it... and I'm so happy you made me discover a place I didn't't know about. I'll talk about Grapevine in one of my next posts and link back to you!
lex
texas has got alot of history dating back the days of the very old, so am not surprised to see alot of stuffs here one can do in there. wine tour will suit best as this will open alot more chances for others...
Ana De- Jesus
I love to eat so Grapevine sounds perfect for me, I have always wanted to visit Texas!