Raise your bottle of grog, wipe your matted beard on your sleeve, and toast your knight at Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament. This attraction will transport you to a forgotten age of chivalry and adventure. As you enter the banquet-style theater in the round, you'll feel like royalty, and you'll get to tour the grounds where period-costumed actors create a realistic Medieval village experience. At Medieval Times, you'll witness a tale of devotion, courage, and love brought to life by heroic knights on spirited horses. Watch as they display astounding athletic feats and thrilling swordplay in an electrifying show that blurs the boundary between fairy tale and spectacle. Enjoy a hands-on feast as the dynamic performance unfolds before you. A sweeping musical score and brilliant lights provide a fabulous backdrop for this captivating experience.
If you're looking for an exciting day of fun, look no further than Six Flags Over Texas. As one of the oldest and largest amusement parks, it's a destination that never disappoints. Adrenaline junkies will have plenty to ride as they have fun with the whooping 13 roller coasters and other unique rides like the Titan, Superman: Tower of Power, and Oil Derrick. Six Flags has been providing thrills since 1961 and has something for everyone, and with firsts like the first log flume, the mine train roller coaster, and the roller coaster with consecutive loops, it's no wonder why.
Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens has 66 acres of lush plants and flowers, and you'll feel like you've entered a different world. And the best part? You'll have a stunning view of downtown White Rock Lake and the Dallas skyline. Dallas Arboretum is considered one of the best in the nation and has over a dozen different gardens and thousands of species of plants, and visitors can enjoy the parks year-round. Be sure to check out the azalea collection with its 2,400 varieties and the ferns, holly, and color garden. And don't miss the Women's Garden, a recent addition featuring small garden rooms and a reflecting pool overlooking White Rock Lake.
Check out the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, where history and hospitality combine to create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. As you climb aboard, you'll be transported back to the 1920s, with authentic coaches lovingly restored to their former glory. And don't worry about the summer heat; the coaches are fully air-conditioned, so you can sit back and relax comfortably. But be warned, some shady characters are lurking around, and Deputy Maverick may call on you to help during the Great Grapevine Train Heist. Keep your eyes peeled and your wits about you; you might save the day.