With two major cities and a slew of suburbs in between, the Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex area has more than enough attractions, entertainment and fun things to do for both visitors and residents. For a romantic weekend getaway in the area, the options are virtually endless. From big city excitement to hidden cabin escapes, romance is around every corner in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
Book a swanky suite in downtown Dallas or Fort Worth for a romantic and exciting weekend in the city. In Dallas, for example, the Joule hotel offers luxury and romance in a historic downtown building. Choose from a variety of sleek guest suites, including two-story lofts and a penthouse. Enjoy a couple's massage at the hotel's ESPA spa in a private room. Take a sunset helicopter tour over Fort Worth with Epic Helicopter Tour, or take a horse-drawn carriage ride after dark through Sundance Square. Back in Dallas, enjoy sweeping views of the city at dusk from the Geo-Deck in Reunion Tower. Have a drink and order appetizers from the deck's gourmet cafe as you admire the twinkling city landscape.
Head to a bed and breakfast in the area for a more intimate and quiet getaway. The Garden Manor Bed and Breakfast in Grapevine, Texas, is roughly halfway between Dallas and Fort Worth and offers five guestrooms in a spacious, grand manor. After indulging in a complimentary Southern breakfast, tour one of the nearby wineries or take a sunset cruise on Lake Grapevine. On the outskirts of Fort Worth, the Lockheart Gables Romantic Bed and Breakfast specializes in love and romance. Each suite has its own heart-shaped whirlpool tub and includes candles to set the mood. Other sweet touches include personalized cookies, complimentary robes and slippers and breakfast delivered to your suite. Nearby, visit Fort Worth's cultural district, where you can stroll the sculpture gardens at the Ammon Carter Museum of American Art, or get dressed and go see a show at the Scott Theater.
Rekindle love in the country at a working guest ranch. The Beaumont Ranch in Grandview, Texas, about 30 minutes from the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, blends a working cattle ranch with luxury resort amenities. Accommodation options include plush guest rooms and suites, or fully-equipped private cabins. Engage in Western-style activities such as cattle herding, roping and horseback riding. In the evening, retreat to the indulgent Beau Monde Spa for hot rock couples massage. Wildcatter Ranch in Graham, Texas, offers a more remote and private ranch experience less than 90 minutes from Fort Worth. Numerous outdoor experiences await you and your love over 1,500 acres of land, including horseback riding, canoeing, hiking, bird-watching and guided Jeep tours. Choose the Western Romance package, and you'll be treated to wine in your room, a private romantic dinner and discounts at the on-site spa.
Book a secluded cabin in the woods for the ultimate private and romantic weekend. Loyd Park at Joe Pool Lake in Grand Prairie has several cabins you can rent with all the conveniences of home. Cabins include fully-equipped kitchens with plateware, dining areas and 1 to 2 bedrooms. Spend time together exploring the woods around the lake. Take a hike, or go canoeing down the Walnut Creek Paddling trail. For a one-of-a-kind cabin experience that is truly private, book the Eagle's Nest Treehouse at the Cedar Mountain Lodge. This adult-sized treehouse sits in a canopy of several pecan and oak trees in a wildlife sanctuary. Amenities include luxury bedding, full bathroom, and a front porch with wooden rocking chairs. The treehouse is accessible by a suspension bridge if you're zip-lining, or by a spiral staircase. Cedar Mountain Lodge offers romance packages that include a five-course meal and spa treatments.
