{"id":41799,"date":"2025-07-24T13:11:31","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T18:11:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/?p=41799"},"modified":"2025-07-24T13:11:36","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T18:11:36","slug":"weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Weekend Getaways from Dallas, Texas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Living in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/texas-2\/\">Texas<\/a> can be exhilarating, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/dallas-date-night-ideas\/\">Dallas<\/a> certainly offers its fair share of entertainment. But if you&#8217;re looking for an escape from city life, there are plenty of great opportunities just a short drive away to explore some of the Lone Star state&#8217;s most beautiful landscapes. From rolling hills and stunning waterscapes to hidden gems splattered across vast plains, get inspired by this round-up of weekend trips right around <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-brunch-in-dallas-texas\/\">Dallas<\/a> that will help you relax or reconnect with nature.<\/p>\n<p>Whether it&#8217;s a spontaneous road trip or an overdue adventure with friends, there is something for everyone who is eager to explore more outside the big city!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-693fab508d35f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-693fab508d35f\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Weekend_Getaways_Less_than_25_hours_from_Dallas\" >Weekend Getaways Less than 2.5 hours from Dallas<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Weatherford_%E2%80%93_57_minutes_61_miles\" >Weatherford &#8211; 57 minutes, 61 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Glen_Rose_%E2%80%93_1_hour_15_minutes_76_miles\" >Glen Rose &#8211; 1 hour 15 minutes, 76 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Waco_%E2%80%93_1_hour_19_minutes_94_miles\" >Waco &#8211; 1 hour 19 minutes, 94 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Chickasaw_Country_%E2%80%93_1_hour_44_minutes_107_miles\" >Chickasaw Country &#8211; 1 hour 44 minutes, 107 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Caddo_Lake_State_Park_%E2%80%93_2_hours_23_minutes_167_miles\" >Caddo Lake State Park &#8211; 2 hours 23 minutes, 167 miles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Weekend_Getaways_3_hours_from_Dallas\" >Weekend Getaways 3 hours from Dallas<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Broken_Bow_%E2%80%93_2_hours_46_minutes_182_miles\" >Broken Bow \u2013 2 hours 46 minutes, 182 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Austin_Texas_%E2%80%93_3_hours_196_miles\" >Austin, Texas &#8211; 3 hours, 196 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Oklahoma_City_Oklahoma_%E2%80%93_2_hours_56_minutes_207_miles\" >Oklahoma City, Oklahoma &#8211; 2 hours 56 minutes, 207 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Marble_Falls_%E2%80%93_3_hours_6_minutes_209_miles\" >Marble Falls &#8211; 3 hours 6 minutes, 209 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Wimberley_%E2%80%93_3_hours_31_minutes_235_miles\" >Wimberley \u2013 3 hours 31 minutes, 235 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Gruene_Historic_District_%E2%80%93_3_hours_25_minutes_240_miles\" >Gruene Historic District &#8211; 3 hours 25 minutes, 240 miles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Weekend_Getaways_4_hours_from_Dallas\" >Weekend Getaways 4 hours from Dallas<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#San_Antonio_Texas_%E2%80%93_3_hours_51_minutes_274_miles\" >San Antonio, Texas &#8211; 3 hours 51 minutes, 274 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Fredericksburg_%E2%80%93_4_hours_262_miles\" >Fredericksburg &#8211; 4 hours, 262 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Galveston_Texas_%E2%80%93_4_hours_3_minutes_289_miles\" >Galveston, Texas &#8211; 4 hours 3 minutes, 289 miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-from-dallas-texas\/#Houston_%E2%80%93_4_hours_239_miles\" >Houston \u2013 4 hours, 239 miles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weekend_Getaways_Less_than_25_hours_from_Dallas\"><\/span>Weekend Getaways Less than 2.5 hours from Dallas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weatherford_%E2%80%93_57_minutes_61_miles\"><\/span>Weatherford &#8211; 57 minutes, 61 miles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42078\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42078\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-42078\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Weatherford-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Weatherford\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Weatherford-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Weatherford-1-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Weatherford-1-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Weatherford-1-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Weatherford-1-1-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Weatherford-1-1-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Weatherford-1-1-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Weatherford-1-1-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Weatherford-1-1-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42078\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Weatherford<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Just an hour west of Dallas lies Weatherford, Texas. This charming town offers plenty of activities for outdoor enthusiasts, including fishing, camping, and hiking. The town also boasts several historic sites like the Parker County Courthouse and the Texas &amp; Pacific Railway Depot Museum. We recommend staying at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/fullers-folly-river-ranch-a-unique-experience-in-weatherford-texas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fuller&#8217;s Folly Ranch.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glen_Rose_%E2%80%93_1_hour_15_minutes_76_miles\"><\/span>Glen Rose &#8211; 1 hour 15 minutes, 76 miles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A short drive southwest from Dallas will bring you to Glen Rose, Texas where you can explore Dinosaur Valley State Park or Fossil Rim Wildlife Center! Both offer unique opportunities to observe wildlife in their natural habitats as well as educational programs about conservation efforts in the area. You can also visit the nearby Comanche Peak Wilderness Area for some incredible views of Dinosaur Valley State Park from above!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Waco_%E2%80%93_1_hour_19_minutes_94_miles\"><\/span>Waco &#8211; 1 hour 19 minutes, 94 miles<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26947\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco.jpeg\" alt=\"Magnolia Silos in Waco\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-200x150.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-1200x900.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-853x640.jpeg 853w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Magnolia-Silos-in-Waco-150x113.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/things-to-do-in-waco\/\">Waco<\/a> is located two hours south of Dallas and is home to Baylor University as well as a number of other attractions like Cameron Park Zoo and Magnolia Market at the Silos. Take a stroll through downtown Waco or visit one of its many museums like the Mayborn Museum Complex or Dr Pepper Museum &amp; Free Enterprise Institute. For those looking for some outdoor fun, Waco is also home to Lake Waco where you can go boating or swimming in the summer months!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chickasaw_Country_%E2%80%93_1_hour_44_minutes_107_miles\"><\/span>Chickasaw Country &#8211; 1 hour 44 minutes, 107 miles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_51740\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-51740\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-51740\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Antelope-Spring-Trail-.jpg\" alt=\"Antelope Spring Trail\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Antelope-Spring-Trail-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Antelope-Spring-Trail--300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Antelope-Spring-Trail--150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Antelope-Spring-Trail--768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-51740\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Antelope Spring Trail photos by Meagan Wristen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In less than two hours you can be in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/chickasaw-country\/\">Chickasaw Country <\/a>where you will find all kinds of gems from great off-roading, cold springs to swim in, hiking, lots of lakes with a variety of activities, and more. Plus, there&#8217;s great food all throughout the area.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caddo_Lake_State_Park_%E2%80%93_2_hours_23_minutes_167_miles\"><\/span>Caddo Lake State Park &#8211; 2 hours 23 minutes, 167 miles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Caddo Lake State Park is located about 2.5 hours away from Dallas but it&#8217;s worth making the trip if you&#8217;re looking for a peaceful escape into nature. Here visitors will find picturesque cypress trees draped in Spanish moss along with winding bayous that are perfect spots to canoe or kayak.<\/p>\n<p>The lake itself is full of wildlife such as alligators so keep your eyes peeled! In addition to all this natural beauty, there are also plenty of opportunities for camping fishing swimming boating picnicking bird watching photography hiking biking horseback riding geocaching stargazing, and more!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weekend_Getaways_3_hours_from_Dallas\"><\/span>Weekend Getaways 3 hours from Dallas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Broken_Bow_%E2%80%93_2_hours_46_minutes_182_miles\"><\/span>Broken Bow \u2013 2 hours 46 minutes, 182 miles<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42082\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Broken-Bow-Lake.jpg\" alt=\"Broken Bow Lake\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Broken-Bow-Lake.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Broken-Bow-Lake-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Broken-Bow-Lake-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Broken-Bow-Lake-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Broken-Bow-Lake-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Broken-Bow-Lake-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Broken-Bow-Lake-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Broken-Bow-Lake-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Broken-Bow-Lake-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Just three hours from Dallas lies <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgobrokenbow.com\/best-things-to-do-in-broken-bow-oklahoma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Broken Bow<\/a> &#8211; known for being one of Oklahoma&#8217;s most popular tourist destinations due to its proximity to Beavers Bend State Park and Hochatown State Park which are both great spots for camping, fishing, kayaking, horseback riding or simply enjoying nature at its finest! Plus don&#8217;t forget about Broken Bow Lake which offers breathtaking views year-round making it an ideal spot for photography enthusiasts too!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Austin_Texas_%E2%80%93_3_hours_196_miles\"><\/span>Austin, Texas &#8211; 3 hours, 196 miles<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42079\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Austin.jpg\" alt=\"Austin\" width=\"1199\" height=\"846\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Austin.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Austin-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Austin-1024x723.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Austin-768x542.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Austin-200x141.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Austin-400x282.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Austin-600x423.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Austin-800x564.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Austin-150x106.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a weekend getaway from Dallas that\u2019s close by and full of fun, then <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/6-things-to-do-in-austin-texas\/\">Austin<\/a> is the perfect choice. This vibrant city offers something for everyone, from live music venues to outdoor activities like kayaking on Lady Bird Lake. There\u2019s also plenty of delicious food to sample, as well as some of the best shopping in Texas. Plus, it\u2019s only about a 3 to 3.5-hour drive from Dallas! Here is a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-in-austin-texas-itinerary\/\">Weekend in Austin, Texas Itinerary<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oklahoma_City_Oklahoma_%E2%80%93_2_hours_56_minutes_207_miles\"><\/span>Oklahoma City, Oklahoma &#8211; 2 hours 56 minutes, 207 miles<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oklahoma-City.jpg\" alt=\"Oklahoma City\" width=\"1200\" height=\"718\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oklahoma-City.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oklahoma-City-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oklahoma-City-1024x613.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oklahoma-City-768x460.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oklahoma-City-200x120.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oklahoma-City-400x239.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oklahoma-City-600x359.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oklahoma-City-800x479.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oklahoma-City-150x90.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Oklahoma City may not be as well-known as other cities on this list but it definitely deserves a spot if you\u2019re looking for a quick weekend getaway from Dallas. There are plenty of things to do here including visiting local museums and galleries or taking in some live music at one of the city&#8217;s many venues. Plus, there are plenty of great restaurants serving up delicious cuisine!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Marble_Falls_%E2%80%93_3_hours_6_minutes_209_miles\"><\/span>Marble Falls &#8211; 3 hours 6 minutes, 209 miles<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/the-retreat-on-the-hill-elevated-glamping-in-texas\/sunset-at-retreat-on-the-hill\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-41858\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-41858\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sunset-at-Retreat-on-the-Hill.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset at Retreat on the Hill\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sunset-at-Retreat-on-the-Hill.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sunset-at-Retreat-on-the-Hill-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sunset-at-Retreat-on-the-Hill-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sunset-at-Retreat-on-the-Hill-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sunset-at-Retreat-on-the-Hill-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sunset-at-Retreat-on-the-Hill-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sunset-at-Retreat-on-the-Hill-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sunset-at-Retreat-on-the-Hill-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sunset-at-Retreat-on-the-Hill-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Located just an hour outside of Dallas, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/marble-falls-texas\/\">Marble Falls<\/a> is the perfect place to get away for a weekend and enjoy some peace and quiet. With its stunning lakeside views, it\u2019s easy to forget about the hustle and bustle of city life. Spend your days fishing in Lake Marble Falls or exploring the nearby parks and trails. We recommend staying at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/the-retreat-on-the-hill-elevated-glamping-in-texas\/\">The Retreat on the Hill<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wimberley_%E2%80%93_3_hours_31_minutes_235_miles\"><\/span>Wimberley \u2013 3 hours 31 minutes, 235 miles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47928 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas.jpg\" alt=\"Wimberley, Texas\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Wimberley-Texas-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wimberly-texas-weekend-getaway\/\">Wimberley<\/a> is located just an hour south of Austin but still close enough to enjoy all that Austin has to offer while having access to small-town charm at the same time!<\/p>\n<p>Here you can explore Blue Hole Regional Park which features a beautiful swimming hole surrounded by lush greenery &#8211; perfect for cooling off during hot summer days! Or take a walk around downtown Wimberley with its many shops and galleries filled with local artisans&#8217; work &#8211; definitely worth checking out when visiting this part of Texas!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gruene_Historic_District_%E2%80%93_3_hours_25_minutes_240_miles\"><\/span>Gruene Historic District &#8211; 3 hours 25 minutes, 240 miles<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34489\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Gruene-Dance-Hall.jpg\" alt=\"Gruene Dance Hall\" width=\"1080\" height=\"810\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Gruene-Dance-Hall.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Gruene-Dance-Hall-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Gruene-Dance-Hall-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Gruene-Dance-Hall-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Gruene-Dance-Hall-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Gruene-Dance-Hall-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Gruene-Dance-Hall-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Gruene-Dance-Hall-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Gruene-Dance-Hall-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/gruene-weekend-getaway-an-authentic-texan-experience\/\">Gruene Historic District<\/a> is located about 3 hours away from Dallas but it&#8217;s worth making the trip if you&#8217;re looking for an old-fashioned weekend getaway.<\/p>\n<p>In Gruene, visitors will find charming homes dating back to 1872 as well as numerous antique stores boutiques cafes bars wineries breweries art galleries dance halls live music venues festivals parks gardens walking trails golf courses disc golf courses tubing trips river cruises zip lines hot air balloon.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weekend_Getaways_4_hours_from_Dallas\"><\/span>Weekend Getaways 4 hours from Dallas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"San_Antonio_Texas_%E2%80%93_3_hours_51_minutes_274_miles\"><\/span>San Antonio, Texas &#8211; 3 hours 51 minutes, 274 miles<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Japanese-Tea-Gardens-San-Antonio.jpg\" alt=\"Japanese Tea Gardens San Antonio\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Japanese-Tea-Gardens-San-Antonio.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Japanese-Tea-Gardens-San-Antonio-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Japanese-Tea-Gardens-San-Antonio-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Japanese-Tea-Gardens-San-Antonio-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Japanese-Tea-Gardens-San-Antonio-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Japanese-Tea-Gardens-San-Antonio-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Japanese-Tea-Gardens-San-Antonio-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Japanese-Tea-Gardens-San-Antonio-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Japanese-Tea-Gardens-San-Antonio-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/7-kid-attractions-in-san-antonio\/\">San Antonio<\/a> is another great option if you\u2019re looking for a weekend getaway from Dallas. This city has plenty of attractions to check out, such as the Alamo and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-restaurants-near-san-antonios-riverwalk\/\">River Walk<\/a>. You can also take in some live music at one of the many jazz clubs or explore one of the city\u2019s many museums and galleries. And don\u2019t forget to try some Tex-Mex while you\u2019re there! I recommend staying at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/mokara-hotel-spa-san-antonio\/\">Mokara Hotel &amp; Spa<\/a> or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/hotel-emma\/\">Hotel Emma<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fredericksburg_%E2%80%93_4_hours_262_miles\"><\/span>Fredericksburg &#8211; 4 hours, 262 miles<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IMG_0733.jpg\" alt=\"Das Peachhaus Winery Fredericksburg\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IMG_0733.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IMG_0733-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IMG_0733-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/fredericksburg-texas-travel-guide\/\">Fredericksburg, Texas<\/a> is known for its German heritage and beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/things-to-do-texas-hill-country\/\">Hill Country<\/a> scenery! Spend your days exploring Main Street with its unique shops and restaurants before taking a drive out to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area for some amazing views of this beautiful region!<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss out on visiting LBJ State Park either &#8211; here you can learn all about President Lyndon B Johnson&#8217;s childhood growing up in this part of Texas! While there I highly recommend eating at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/silver-creek-a-german-restaurant-in-fredericksburg-texas\/\">Silver Creek, a German Restaurant<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/unique-places-to-stay-in-fredericksburg-texas\/\">10 Unique Places to Stay in Fredericksburg, Texas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wineries-in-fredericksburg-texas\/\">12 Top Wineries in Fredericksburg, Texas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/things-to-do-in-fredericksburg-texas\/\">10 Amazing Things to Do in Fredericksburg, Texas<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Galveston_Texas_%E2%80%93_4_hours_3_minutes_289_miles\"><\/span>Galveston, Texas &#8211; 4 hours 3 minutes, 289 miles<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-37241\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Galveston-1.jpg\" alt=\"Galveston\" width=\"1199\" height=\"736\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Galveston-1.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Galveston-1-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Galveston-1-1024x629.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Galveston-1-768x471.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Galveston-1-200x123.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Galveston-1-400x246.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Galveston-1-600x368.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Galveston-1-800x491.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Galveston-1-150x92.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-beaches-in-galveston-texas\/\">Galveston<\/a> is a popular weekend destination for those living in Dallas due to its proximity and wide range of attractions. Whether you want to spend your days lounging on the beach or exploring historic sites like Moody Mansion, there\u2019s something here for everyone. And don\u2019t forget about the seafood \u2013 Galveston is known for its fresh seafood restaurants! Galveston has lots of fabulous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/vrbo?&amp;aid=mommytravels&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fvacation-rentals%2Fusa%2Ftexas%2Fgulf-coast%2Fgalveston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">VRBOs<\/a> to stay in.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Houston_%E2%80%93_4_hours_239_miles\"><\/span>Houston \u2013 4 hours, 239 miles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42081\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Houston-Texas.jpg\" alt=\"Houston, Texas\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Houston-Texas.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Houston-Texas-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Houston-Texas-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Houston-Texas-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Houston-Texas-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Houston-Texas-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Houston-Texas-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Houston-Texas-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Houston-Texas-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/free-things-to-do-in-houston-with-kids\/\">Houston<\/a> may not be considered a &#8220;weekend getaway&#8221; per se but it&#8217;s definitely worth mentioning here since it&#8217;s only four hours away from Dallas by car &#8211; plus there are so many things that make Houston such an amazing destination: world-class museums like The Menil Collection; exciting nightlife spots along Washington Avenue; delicious restaurants serving up authentic Texan cuisine; plus lush parks like Hermann Park where visitors can relax after spending their day exploring everything that this vibrant city has to offer! I recommend staying at <a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1100luTrN\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.marriott.com%2Fen-us%2Fhotels%2Fhoumq-marriott-marquis-houston%2Foverview%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Marriott Marquis<\/a>. They have a river you can float in the shape of Texas!<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read Next:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/weekend-getaways-in-texas\/\">Best Texas Weekend Getaways<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/fun-things-to-do-with-teenagers-in-dallas-texas\/\">Fun Things to Do With Teenagers in Dallas, Texas<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/10-family-friendly-spots-to-kayak-in-texas\/\">10 Family-Friendly Spots To Kayak In Texas<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-44988\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/14-Weekend-Getaways-from-Dallas-TX.png\" alt=\"14 Weekend Getaways from Dallas, TX\" width=\"393\" height=\"590\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/14-Weekend-Getaways-from-Dallas-TX.png 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/14-Weekend-Getaways-from-Dallas-TX-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/14-Weekend-Getaways-from-Dallas-TX-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/14-Weekend-Getaways-from-Dallas-TX-400x600.png 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/14-Weekend-Getaways-from-Dallas-TX-600x900.png 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/14-Weekend-Getaways-from-Dallas-TX-150x225.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 393px) 100vw, 393px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"13 Weekend Getaways from Dallas, Texas\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wy31KKCO6R4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><em>Get Travel Insuranc<\/em><\/strong>e<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\">Unfortunately, there are a lot of things that can go wrong on any trip. Be prepared for the worst with travel insurance. We use <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-3447064-11554307?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.travelexinsurance.com%2F\" target=\"_blank\">Travelex<\/a> or <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/safetywing.com\/nomad-insurance\/?referenceID=25051219&amp;utm_source=25051219&amp;utm_medium=Ambassador\" target=\"_blank\">Safety Wing<\/a> (often cheaper).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><em>Book Flight<\/em><\/strong>s<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I use <a href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=131465X1593760&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skyscanner.com%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Skyscanner<\/a> to find flights. I use it so much, I wrote an entire guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/how-to-use-skyscanner-to-find-cheap-flights\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"29604\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">finding cheap flights with Skyscanner<\/a>! Another option for finding deals is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-100774867-15639604\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">FlightHub<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><em>Book a Place to Stay<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\">I recommend using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/expedia?&amp;aid=mommytravels&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Expedia.com<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/hotelscom?&amp;aid=mommytravels&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hotels.com%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Hotels.com<\/a> for most hotel bookings. I prefer to book directly with <a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1100luTrN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Marriott<\/a> when I stay there because of their excellent military discount. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\">If you prefer staying in a vacation rental instead, I recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/vrbo?&amp;aid=mommytravels&amp;link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">VRBO<\/a>. If you are looking for a hostel, I use <a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.tp.st\/NhhmXq0A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HostelWorld<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><em>Choose Activities and Tours<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\">To find great activities in any area I use <a class=\"ads noskim\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/?pid=P00095795&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Viator<\/strong><\/a>. If we are visiting a city with lots of popular attractions I always check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-3447064-11554803?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.citypass.com%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">CityPass<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pogopass.com?affiliate_code=mommytravels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PogoPass<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1100luTpZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">GoCard<\/a> to see if they have discount cards available. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-100774867-15523952\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Groupon<\/strong><\/a> also tends to have a lot of local travel deals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\">When I want to book a full-on multi-day tour I use <a class=\"ads noskim\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/sales\/weekly-deals?utm_source=partner-mommy-travels&amp;utm_medium=text&amp;utm_campaign=general\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TourRadar<\/a>. They&#8217;ve got fantastic weekly deals. If going somewhere in Mexico or the Caribbean, I use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-3447064-13845617?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.applevacations.com%2Fdeals%2F%23%21%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apple Vacations<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-large-font-size\"><strong><em>Rent a Car or Get a Lyft<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More often than not, Lyft is cheaper than Uber. Use my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lyft.com\/i\/MEAGAN160305?utm_medium=p2pi_iacc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lyft link for an $18 credit<\/a>! For a car rental in any country, I recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-100774867-15735340\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Hertz<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/?a_aid=mommytravels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover Cars<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><em>Save Money on Gas<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/upside.app.link\/AdQQeJRU5Hb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Upside<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/upside.app.link\/AdQQeJRU5Hb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">a free app gets you cash back on gas! 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