Denton, Texas Travel Guide

Denton County Courthouse
photo courtesy Office of the Governor, Economic Development and Tourism

Located 35 miles north of the DFW Metroplex, Denton still offers much of the atmosphere of a small Texas town, from its limestone courthouse to several small attractions of interest to visitors. Downtown, travelers will find several restored historic buildings thanks to the city's participation in the Main Street program.

Denton is home to the University of North Texas and the Texas Woman's University, noted as the nation's largest university designed primarily for women.

Attractions

Denton County Courthouse Museum. Exhibits range from early 20th century pottery and blue glass to local historical photos. There's also a genealogy and family research center here. Admission is free. Location: 110 W. Hickory

Ray Roberts State Park. You can picnic, swim, and hike at this 35,000-acre state park. Located on Rte. 455.

Texas Motor Speedway. Locatd 14 miles south of Denton, this speedway is home to a wide variety of races including NASCAR. Peak racing season is March through June although the complex is open for tours throughout the year. www.texasmotorspeedway.com

Texas Women's University. Founded in 1901, this is the largest university in the country designed primarily for women. Its student population is approximately 9000. Location: University Drive and Bell Avenue.

This university includes several museums of interest to travelers including:

Texas First Ladies Historic Costume Collection. This unique collection, located on the campus of Texas Women's University, features gowns worn by First Ladies of Texas. The collection includes First Ladies Eisenhower, Johnson, and Bush but also the wives of governors of Texas and wives of the presidents of the Republic of Texas. Located on the second floor of the TWU Administration Conference Tower. Open weekdays; no admission fee.

Festivals & Special Events

April: Denton Arts & Jazz Festival

August: North Texas State Fair and Rodeo

For More Information

Denton Convention and Visitors Bureau
www.discoverdenton.com