Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney is a 289-acre wildlife sanctuary with five miles of hiking trails, about fifty acres of wetlands, a two-acre native plant garden, and butterfly house. Additional outdoor exhibits include: Dinosaurs Live! featuring life size animatronic dinosaurs. Pioneer Village features eight buildings in playhouse scale that emulate structures that would have been typical in prairie settlements in the late 1800s.
Adriatica Village in McKinney transports you to cobblestone streets of a quaint European village. You will be mesmerized by the architecture of the buildings, landmark Bell Tower and secluded island chapel. Great location for photo shoots! There is a variety of dining options, shopping and even residential homes and apartments.
Historic Downtown McKinney is a true destination. There are 120 unique shops offering art galleries, furniture stores, antique, gift and home décor shops and apparel boutiques. Perfect for the particular shopper who appreciates eclectic shopping and having the blend of new and old as well as historic and trend-setting options from independently owned stores. Choose from 24 delicious restaurants for your dining pleasure and then stroll the square for pie or homemade fudge. Whether you’re shopping, attending one of many daytime festivals or enjoying nightlife on the square while chilling to live music and wine tasting, you will appreciate the many sides of this dynamic downtown.
Golf Courses include:
Oak Hollow Golf Course
Eldorado Country Club
Heritage Ranch Golf and Country Club
Stonebridge Ranch Country Club
