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Frisco Tourism Highlights Cowboys HQ, Universal Resort and Dining

A recent report details Frisco's growth from a small town to a major North Texas destination featuring The Star, Universal Kids Resort, and local dining.

Priya Nair

September 2, 20261 min read

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Frisco has evolved into a significant travel destination in North Texas, offering a mix of sports facilities, entertainment venues, and dining options. A recent feature by KEYE highlights the city's transformation, noting its appeal to families, sports fans, and business travelers.

The Star serves as a central hub for visitors. This 91-acre campus functions as the world headquarters for the Dallas Cowboys while providing walkable access to hotels, offices, shopping, and dining. The property includes Tostitos Championship Plaza, which hosts community events, and the 12,000-seat Ford Center.

That venue has hosted the Academy of Country Music Awards, gymnastics competitions, cheer events, and high school football games. Guided tours of the facility allow guests to view Super Bowl trophies, championship rings, and practice areas.

Marla Roe, executive director of Visit Frisco, noted the city's rapid development since she helped establish the bureau in 2003. She recalled that Frisco previously had only four hotels. Today, the area contains 29 hotels and numerous leisure destinations. Among the newest additions is Universal Kids Resort, which opened in July with a theme park and hotel designed for younger children.

Other attractions include PGA Frisco for sports enthusiasts and Stonebriar Centre for shopping. Retail and dining options also surround The Star campus.

Dining recommendations highlight Cane Rosso, located near Tostitos Championship Plaza. The restaurant features a wood-fired oven that reaches approximately 900 degrees to prepare Neapolitan-style pizzas. Menu items include meatballs, Caprese salad, and a star-shaped pizza and calzone combination called The Star. Its proximity to the Ford Center makes it a convenient spot for event attendees.

The report also mentions additional weekend activities such as visiting museums, attending soccer matches, and riding trains, though specific details on these attractions were not provided in the source material.

Source: KEYE.

Sources

https://cbsaustin.com/features/we-are-austin/road-trippin-frisco-cowboys-family-fun-food-more-make-this-texas-city-worth-a-stop

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Priya Nair

Business and growth reporter covering Collin and Denton counties.

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