Road trip from Fort Worth to McAllen
All Category
Shopping
Nightlife
Spas & Wellness
Concerts & Shows
Museums
Nature & Parks
Outdoor Activities
Show more (3+)
All Category
Shopping
Nightlife
Spas & Wellness
Concerts & Shows
Museums
Nature & Parks
Outdoor Activities
Fun & Games
Sights & Landmarks
Reset
Show less
ITINERARY
9h 4m515 miles28 stops
1
Bass Performance Hall
Bass Performance Hall is the crown jewel of a city which boasts the nation's third largest cultural district. It is also an important symbol of one of the most successful downtown revitalization efforts in the country. Built entirely with private funds, Bass Performance Hall is permanent home to the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, Texas Ballet Theater, Fort Worth Opera, and the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and Cliburn Concerts. Each resident company operates independently from Performing Arts Fort Worth and manages its own programming schedule at Bass Hall.
2
Casa Manana Theater
The historic Casa Manana Theatre is the largest Broadway and Children's Theatre in Fort Worth. Casa Manana also offers premiere theatre training in musical theatre, dance and voice.
3
Spa Adolphus
Spa Adolphus offers a tranquil retreat amidst the energy of downtown Dallas, Texas. Located within The Adolphus, Autograph Collection, our luxury spa provides a wide range of services including body wraps and massage therapy.
4
PanIQ Room Dallas
5
Central Market
6
Waco Hippodrome Theatre
The Historic Waco Hippodrome Theatre is back! Come enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks as you sit back, relax, and watch your favorite films, live music, and performing arts. First opening on February 7, 1914, The Waco Hippodrome Theatre is a landmark in entertainment for the Waco community. After some tender-loving renovations, the Waco Hippodrome Theatre is open and busier than ever! Our dining room and bar/lounge area are open Mon-Fri for lunch and dinner, and we open at 10:00 am on Saturdays and Sundays to serve the best brunch in Downtown Waco.
7
Little Shop on Bosque
The Little Shop on Bosque is the original home of Magnolia Market and offers last chance and slightly damaged items at a discount. The shop is stocked with everything from florals to vases, apparel to gifts, and so much more. *Please note that all sales at our Little Shop on Bosque are final. You cannot receive a replacement or refund on any sales.
8
The Texas Collection
Established in 1923, The Texas Collection is a special library, archival research center, and the University Archive that collects, preserves, and provides access to materials documenting the history, heritage and culture of Texas for the Baylor community and the public.
9
Mindspark Adventures and Escape Games
Mind Spark is a fully interactive and immersive experience unlike anything else you can do in Austin, Texas. Up to 12 participants will be locked in a room, and they must use their minds and teamwork to figure out their escape. Clues and riddles hidden throughout the room provide the tools necessary to win the game and get out of the room. As the clock ticks down and the pressure mounts, can you stay calm, can you escape?
10
Elisabet Ney Museum
Sculptor Elisabeth Ney spent the last years of her life working in this building, which still contains some of her most beautiful sculpted pieces.
11
University of Texas at Austin
Founded in 1883, this university is steeped in history.
12
The Frank Erwin Center
13
Zilker Metropolitan Park
Home to Barton Springs, the Zilker Eagle, a large playscape, and four hundred acres of sports fields and woodlands, Zilker Park is a popular weekend destination.
14
Saxon Pub
15
Big Top Candy Shop
16
Purrfecto Cat Lounge
We partner with local rescues to temporarily house cats. Book a CatXperience and be surrounded by love-able furrballs. You might find your next furry friend!
17
Inflatable Wonderland
18
Santikos Palladium IMAX
19
Extreme Escape
Extreme Escape San Antonio is the FIRST to offer four different themed escape experience. Mutiny and Trapped Below have broad appeal, including puzzle loving families and children ages 9 and above, while Undead and Master of Illusion are suitable for teenagers and adults looking for a thrill. We’ve incorporated multi-dimensional elements like life-sized props, special effects and even smells to make your “escape” amazing!
20
The Quarry Golf Club
A golf course where the back nine is down inside the old quarry.
21
Fort Sam Houston Golf Club
22
Paramour Roof Top Bar
23
Mokara Spa
24
McAllen's New Park & Spray Ground
25
International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS)
The International Museum of Art & Science is a Smithsonian Affiliate and fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. IMAS is the premier art and science museum of South Texas and contains over 50,000 square feet of exhibit space. The IMAS galleries host a number of revolving art and science exhibits each year. The museum provides a unique opportunity for visitors to participate in hands-on science exhibits and to learn about original works of art while encouraging creativity and innovation. The IMAS permanent collection includes more than 2,000 natural history and geology specimens and 4,500 folk art and textile objects. The 1,500 fine art works in the permanent collection reflect many countries and artistic movements beyond Mexico, dating from the 16th century to the present. Current Hours and Admission Rates ($1): http://theimasonline.org/
26
McAllen Performing Arts Center
27
D-Novo Massage Studio
We specialize in several massage therapy techniques and spa services. We are also happy to announce that we are the RGV's first Float Therapy Center! Let us bring balance to your body and peace to your mind. Feel Like New Again!
28
Il Regalo Preferito
Customize this Trip
OVERVIEW
1
Start:Bass Performance Hall
Fort Worth, Texas·
5.0
(944) review
Bass Performance Hall is the crown jewel of a city which boasts the nation's third largest cultural district. It is also an important symbol of one of the most successful downtown revitalization efforts in the country. Built entirely with private funds, Bass Performance Hall is permanent home to the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, Texas Ballet Theater, Fort Worth Opera, and the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and Cliburn Concerts. Each resident company operates independently from Performing Arts Fort Worth and manages its own programming schedule at Bass Hall.
2
Start:Casa Manana Theater
Fort Worth, Texas·
4.5
(96) review
The historic Casa Manana Theatre is the largest Broadway and Children's Theatre in Fort Worth. Casa Manana also offers premiere theatre training in musical theatre, dance and voice.
3
Start:Spa Adolphus
Dallas, Texas·
5.0
(99) review
Spa Adolphus offers a tranquil retreat amidst the energy of downtown Dallas, Texas. Located within The Adolphus, Autograph Collection, our luxury spa provides a wide range of services including body wraps and massage therapy.
4
Start:PanIQ Room Dallas
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5302 Belt Line Rd, Dallas, TX 75254-7606
5
Start:Central Market
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5750 E Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75206-2921
6
Start:Waco Hippodrome Theatre
Waco, Texas·
4.0
(92) review
The Historic Waco Hippodrome Theatre is back! Come enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks as you sit back, relax, and watch your favorite films, live music, and performing arts. First opening on February 7, 1914, The Waco Hippodrome Theatre is a landmark in entertainment for the Waco community. After some tender-loving renovations, the Waco Hippodrome Theatre is open and busier than ever! Our dining room and bar/lounge area are open Mon-Fri for lunch and dinner, and we open at 10:00 am on Saturdays and Sundays to serve the best brunch in Downtown Waco.
7
Start:Little Shop on Bosque
Waco, Texas·
3.5
(93) review
The Little Shop on Bosque is the original home of Magnolia Market and offers last chance and slightly damaged items at a discount. The shop is stocked with everything from florals to vases, apparel to gifts, and so much more. *Please note that all sales at our Little Shop on Bosque are final. You cannot receive a replacement or refund on any sales.
8
Start:The Texas Collection
Waco, Texas·
5.0
(9) review
Established in 1923, The Texas Collection is a special library, archival research center, and the University Archive that collects, preserves, and provides access to materials documenting the history, heritage and culture of Texas for the Baylor community and the public.
9
Start:Mindspark Adventures and Escape Games
Austin, Texas·
5.0
(99) review
Mind Spark is a fully interactive and immersive experience unlike anything else you can do in Austin, Texas. Up to 12 participants will be locked in a room, and they must use their minds and teamwork to figure out their escape. Clues and riddles hidden throughout the room provide the tools necessary to win the game and get out of the room. As the clock ticks down and the pressure mounts, can you stay calm, can you escape?
10
Start:Elisabet Ney Museum
Austin, Texas·
4.5
(95) review
Sculptor Elisabeth Ney spent the last years of her life working in this building, which still contains some of her most beautiful sculpted pieces.
11
Start:University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas·
4.5
(947) review
Founded in 1883, this university is steeped in history.
12
Start:The Frank Erwin Center
Austin, Texas·
4.0
(96) review
1701 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701-1438
13
Start:Zilker Metropolitan Park
Austin, Texas·
4.5
(949) review
Home to Barton Springs, the Zilker Eagle, a large playscape, and four hundred acres of sports fields and woodlands, Zilker Park is a popular weekend destination.
14
Start:Saxon Pub
Austin, Texas·
4.5
(97) review
1320 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704-2387
15
Start:Big Top Candy Shop
Austin, Texas·
4.5
(96) review
South Congress Ave, Austin, TX
16
Start:Purrfecto Cat Lounge
Austin, Texas·
5.0
(97) review
We partner with local rescues to temporarily house cats. Book a CatXperience and be surrounded by love-able furrballs. You might find your next furry friend!
17
Start:Inflatable Wonderland
San Antonio, Texas·
4.0
(9) review
6909 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247-5317
18
Start:Santikos Palladium IMAX
San Antonio, Texas·
4.5
(96) review
17703 W Interstate 10, San Antonio, TX 78257-9529
19
Start:Extreme Escape
San Antonio, Texas·
5.0
(966) review
Extreme Escape San Antonio is the FIRST to offer four different themed escape experience. Mutiny and Trapped Below have broad appeal, including puzzle loving families and children ages 9 and above, while Undead and Master of Illusion are suitable for teenagers and adults looking for a thrill. We’ve incorporated multi-dimensional elements like life-sized props, special effects and even smells to make your “escape” amazing!
20
Start:The Quarry Golf Club
San Antonio, Texas·
4.0
(86) review
A golf course where the back nine is down inside the old quarry.
21
Start:Fort Sam Houston Golf Club
San Antonio, Texas·
4.0
(9) review
1050 Harry Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209-6443
22
Start:Paramour Roof Top Bar
San Antonio, Texas·
3.5
(93) review
102 9th St 4th Floor, San Antonio, TX 78215-1524
23
Start:Mokara Spa
San Antonio, Texas·
5.0
(92) review
212 W Crockett St Mokara Hotel and Spa, San Antonio, TX 78205-2520
24
Start:McAllen's New Park & Spray Ground
McAllen, Texas·
4.5
(9) review
29th and Zinnia, McAllen, TX
25
Start:International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS)
McAllen, Texas·
4.0
(57) review
The International Museum of Art & Science is a Smithsonian Affiliate and fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. IMAS is the premier art and science museum of South Texas and contains over 50,000 square feet of exhibit space. The IMAS galleries host a number of revolving art and science exhibits each year. The museum provides a unique opportunity for visitors to participate in hands-on science exhibits and to learn about original works of art while encouraging creativity and innovation. The IMAS permanent collection includes more than 2,000 natural history and geology specimens and 4,500 folk art and textile objects. The 1,500 fine art works in the permanent collection reflect many countries and artistic movements beyond Mexico, dating from the 16th century to the present. Current Hours and Admission Rates ($1): http://theimasonline.org/
26
Start:McAllen Performing Arts Center
McAllen, Texas·
5.0
(5) review
801 Convention Center Boulevard, McAllen, TX 78501
27
Start:D-Novo Massage Studio
McAllen, Texas·
5.0
(8) review
We specialize in several massage therapy techniques and spa services. We are also happy to announce that we are the RGV's first Float Therapy Center! Let us bring balance to your body and peace to your mind. Feel Like New Again!
28
Start:Il Regalo Preferito
McAllen, Texas·
5.0
(9) review
2801 W Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78503-8307
CHECKLIST
GPS device or app
Download Offline Map
Car charger and portable battery
Water bottles and snacks
Travel pillow and blanket
Sunglasses and sunscreen
First-aid kit
Trash bags
Hand sanitizer and wet wipes
Driver’s license and vehicle registration
Cash and cards
Camera or smartphone
Unlock Effortless Travel Planning
Create your dream trip in minutes by this prompt. Try now!
EXPLORE MORE
Discover Exciting Road Trip Inspirations
Fort Worth to San Francisco
1,707 miles
30h 16m
23 stops
NightlifeConcerts & ShowsShoppingFun & GamesSights & Landmarks
Fort Worth to Columbus
1,078 miles
19h 42m
33 stops
NightlifeConcerts & ShowsSights & LandmarksSpas & WellnessShopping
Fort Worth to Charlotte
1,061 miles
19h 32m
34 stops
MuseumsNightlifeConcerts & ShowsSights & LandmarksSpas & Wellness
Fort Worth to Indianapolis
925 miles
16h 41m
16 stops
NightlifeConcerts & ShowsSights & LandmarksSpas & WellnessShopping
Fort Worth to Denver
750 miles
14h 2m
17 stops
NightlifeConcerts & ShowsShoppingFun & GamesMuseums
Fort Worth to Washington
1,363 miles
24h 41m
34 stops
NightlifeConcerts & ShowsSights & LandmarksSpas & WellnessShopping
EXPLORE OTHER
Check Out Different Road Trip Options
Orlando to Brownsville
1,321 miles
24h 20m
33 stops
Fun & GamesOutdoor ActivitiesNature & ParksShoppingSpas & Wellness
Riverside to Charlotte
2,389 miles
42h 10m
29 stops
MuseumsSights & LandmarksNature & ParksOutdoor ActivitiesShopping
Nashville to Anchorage
4,087 miles
80h 11m
22 stops
MuseumsSights & LandmarksToursFun & GamesNightlife
Durham to Norfolk
188 miles
3h 42m
14 stops
Fun & GamesConcerts & ShowsShoppingOutdoor ActivitiesTours
The Woodlands to Ontario
1,523 miles
25h 59m
34 stops
Spas & WellnessNightlifeFun & GamesMuseumsTraveler Resources
Los Angeles to Manhattan
2,814 miles
50h 24m
42 stops
Traveler ResourcesNature & ParksFun & GamesMuseumsSights & Landmarks
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the driving distance between Fort Worth and McAllen?
The distance is 515 miles
What's the travel time between Fort Worth and McAllen?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 9h 4m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Fort Worth and McAllen?
Some popular stops include
Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to McAllen?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to McAllen
What’s the weather like in McAllen?
The weather in McAllen is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
Weather in McAllen in January
Weather in McAllen in February
Weather in McAllen in March
Weather in McAllen in April
Weather in McAllen in May
Weather in McAllen in June
Weather in McAllen in July
Weather in McAllen in August
Weather in McAllen in September
Weather in McAllen in October
Weather in McAllen in November
Weather in McAllen in December
Interested in a detailed plan for your time in McAllen?
Plan your dream McAllen trip with our daily itineraries featuring must-see attractions! See them here!
A 1-day itinerary in McAllen
A 2-day itinerary in McAllen
A 3-day itinerary in McAllen
A 4-day itinerary in McAllen
A 5-day itinerary in McAllen
A 6-day itinerary in McAllen
Where else can I travel to if I'm starting my trip in Fort Worth?
We have a lot of great trip options for Fort Worth! See the links below for all the itineraries we created for you