Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights.
Frisco is known throughout Texas and beyond for being the world headquarters for the Dallas Cowboys. It offers luxury for celebrities and others who flock to the city when it hosts the The Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards each year. It's also family-friendly with many opportunities for arts and recreation.
Frisco is also the only North Texas city to have two golf resorts, and there are additional public courses and golf bays in restaurants. It's even been called the new home of modern golf since PGA of America has moved their headquarters here.
Whatever brings you to Frisco, here are some things you should make time to experience during your stay.
Although you may not think about the arts when you first consider a visit to Frisco, this city is full of surprises. You can experience the biggest private collection of contemporary Texas sculptures that's ever been curated at the Texas Sculpture Garden. Then there's the art-focused Kaleidoscope Park where nature blends perfectly with beautiful works of art.
You can try your hand at creating many types of art at AR Workshop. There are workshops and classes for arts like embroidery, jewelry creation and hat burning. Make Expression is an award-winning art studio that offers the opportunity to try your hand at arts like pottery painting, canvas painting, glass fusions, and mosaic creations.
Going to a spa is one of the best ways to fully feel rejuvenated and refreshed any time of day. After all, isn't that how you should feel on a vacation? A good place to start is a stop by Culture: A Day Spa. It offers facials and massages in addition to beauty treatments like makeup and waxing. Its Igloo Room awakens the sense and provides wellness benefits, and it's a lot of fun to visit.
The Well & Being Spa provides special treatments such as a golf recovery massage and a vanilla bourbon whiskey massage. Then there's the Mokara Spa that has body treatments like a nature's relaxation massages and a golfer's specific sports massage.
You don't have to love football to have a blast in the Star District. It has world-class stores for some serious shopping. Get stylish new glasses at Luxe Eyewear. Stop by Flea Style for some Texas-style accessories, clothes, and gifts; you can also stop by the shop's beloved hat bar for a fun custom experience. If you're looking for a high-end gift, you can't go wrong at the Charlotte Jones Collection.
The Monkee's boutique in Frisco is locally owned, and it sells brand name accessories, clothes, and shoes. Also, you can shop for your favorite sports fan at the Dallas Cowboys Pro Shop or look for unique sports cards at Cards in a Box.
Whether you're looking for formal dining or casual cafes, you'll find a wide variety of restaurants here. Frisco has something for everyone's tastes. 1947 serves up a fusion of contemporary and Indian cuisine. Jeff's Vegan is a popular spot that offers an eclectic mix of foods, including Chinese food in addition to burgers and fries. Hummus Republic is a casual place for Mediterranean cuisine.
Cinnaholic is perhaps the sweetest spot to stop in Frisco. They're the original gourmet cinnamon roll bakery, and they rose to fame on ABC's Shark Tank. They are all about delectable sweet treats that can be customized, or you can opt for one of their beloved tried-and-true varieties such as Campfire S'mores and Cookie Monster.
The Westin Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa is a popular spot for golfers with its Fazio-designed golf course. Beginners are welcome, and lessons are available if you’re new to the sport. The TopGolf Swing Suite at the resort welcomes golfers of all skill levels, too. There’s a lot more to the resort than its golfing opportunities, too.
Fitness enthusiasts can book accommodations with a Peloton bike just steps away from the bed, so they can wake up and get in a workout without leaving the room. All the rooms are dog-friendly to canine companions who weight 40 pounds or less.
The resort's enhanced pool area has private cabanas for relaxing an hour or all day, and it has a waterslide and splash pads. There are other spaces for outdoor recreation, and a lawn that's adjacent to the pool has fun games for families like checkers and cornhole.