Things to do in McKinney
What should a visitor do in McKinney? This list is built by readers, one pick at a time. Add the place you would take a friend.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are March to April and October to November. In July and August, heat makes the indoor picks below the better bet. Month-by-month weather.
Parks and sights near McKinney
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Dallas College 32 miles
- University of North Texas 31 miles
- The University of Texas at Dallas 17 miles
- Southern Methodist University 26 miles
- Texas Woman's University 30 miles
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Local favorites
Where people who live in McKinney actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best-known places to visit near McKinney?
Dallas Museum of Art (museum, 30 miles), Dallas College (place, 32 miles), University of North Texas (place, 31 miles), Collin County Community College District (place, 3 miles) and The University of Texas at Dallas (place, 17 miles) are among the parks and sights people know best within about 35 miles.
When is the best time to visit McKinney?
For comfortable weather, go in March to April and October to November, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about McKinney: city profile, weather by month, moving checklist, ask a local.
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