Explore Grapevine, TX Before You Arrive
You’re Home Base for ICRS: Gaylord Texan Resort
Headin’ to ICRS on May 13-15, 2026? The Gaylord Texan Resort is the place to stay to get the full Texas experience. Dive into the indoor and outdoor pools, or when Paradise Springs Park opens mid-May, enjoy the lazy river, 4 slides, 2 zip lines, and 10 acres of water fun! You can even rent a private cabana and relax in style.
Evenings? Don't miss the atrium light show at 9:00 PM with lights and thrilling music and pure Texas flair.
When hunger strikes, you've got it covered: Old Hickory Steakhouse, Zeppole, Riverwalk Cantina, or a quick coffee and bite at Cocoa Bean.
Whether you’re traveling from another state or another country, everyone lands at DFW Airport – minutes to the Gaylord Texan Resort, putting you right in the heart of all the ICRS fun, Texas-style!
Fun Things to See and Do in Grapevine
Fly into Dallas/Fort Worth airport and take a 5-minute drive to the Gaylord Texan Resort. But if you want to see the real Texas, historic Grapevine is just a few minutes away. There's so much to do, see, and taste!
Grapevine is a haven for wine lovers and craft beer enthusiasts. Enjoy wine tastings, tours, and craft breweries
Take a 30-minute scenic train ride on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad to the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. Lots of things to see, including historic barns, a daily cattle drive on Exchange Ave, and plenty of western shops to load up on souvenirs >> Learn more
In the Fort Worth Stockyards, you can visit the 100,000 square foot world-famous Billy Bob’s Texas (a 10-minute walk from the beautiful Hotel Drover), where you can:
1. Watch live bull riding at the indoor Cowtown Coliseum (5-minute walk from Hotel Drover)
2. Hear live country music (and even join in for line dancing or the two-step!)
3. Ride a mechanical bull
4. See armadillo races
5. Stroll through upscale shops selling cowboy boots, Stetson hats, leather goods, and souvenirs.
6. Visit a shooting range for a true Texas thrill - with old six-shooters, machine guns, and everything in between.
Take the Grapevine Visitors Shuttle to the Texas Gun Experience, Bass Pro Shops (3 miles from the hotel), and many restaurants!
Looking for activities by the water? Check out Lake Grapevine, conveniently located next to resort!
Fore! Who’s in for a round? Spend some time at the Cowboys Golf Club adjacent to the hotel.
Take a 25-minute drive to the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX, from the hotel to tour the facility.
Extend your stay and bring your family to Grapevine! Enjoy a unique Texas adventure full of cowboy culture, historic sites, and fun activities for all ages.