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Mesquite

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Best timeFeb–May, Oct–Nov
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Nearest airportDAL · 15 mi
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Overview

Mesquite, also known as the Rodeo Capital of Texas, and prior hangout of outlaw train robber Sam Bass, is an eastern suburb of Dallas.

4 sights · 2 things to do · 1 places to eat · 1 places to stay

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Best things about Mesquite

Opal Lawrence Historical Park

AMC Dine-In Mesquite 30

Oversized movieplex, with IMAX theater.

Florence Ranch Homestead

Old farmstead circa 1871-1872, a Mesquite landmark.

Samuell Farm

Open but developed farmland with pond and woods and a strange tractor contraption where people can explore and play.

Mesquite Championship Rodeo

Rodeo performances, pony rides, a petting zoo, and more every Friday and Saturday evening from April to September.

Celebration Station

Kiddie place with amusement rides and arcade.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Feb–May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 97°F; winter lows dip to about 38°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Oct and May. (climate data from nearby Dallas)

Jan: 2.6 in rain2.6"Jan: high 58°F, low 38°F58°38°JanFeb: 2.8 in rain2.8"Feb: high 62°F, low 42°F62°42°FebMar: 3.5 in rain3.5"Mar: high 70°F, low 49°F70°49°MarApr: 3.2 in rain3.2"Apr: high 77°F, low 57°F77°57°AprMay: 4.6 in rain4.6"May: high 85°F, low 66°F85°66°MayJun: 3.8 in rain3.8"Jun: high 93°F, low 74°F93°74°JunJul: 2.5 in rain2.5"Jul: high 97°F, low 78°F97°78°JulAug: 2.3 in rain2.3"Aug: high 97°F, low 77°F97°77°AugSep: 3.1 in rain3.1"Sep: high 90°F, low 70°F90°70°SepOct: 4.8 in rain4.8"Oct: high 80°F, low 59°F80°59°OctNov: 2.9 in rain2.9"Nov: high 68°F, low 48°F68°48°NovDec: 3.2 in rain3.2"Dec: high 59°F, low 40°F59°40°Dec

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

  • From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
  • DAL Dallas Love Field, Dallas — 15 mi away (major hub). Directions
  • DFW Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Dallas-Fort Worth — 27 mi away (major hub). Directions
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Budget & where to stay

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Sample 2-day itinerary

Day 1

  • Morning Florence Ranch Homestead, Celebration Station
  • Lunch Mesquite Bar-B-Q
  • Afternoon AMC Dine-In Mesquite 30, Mesquite Championship Rodeo

Day 2

  • Morning Samuell Farm
  • Afternoon Opal Lawrence Historical Park

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

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    Get around

    Come with some thick skin if driving around on I-635, or any DFW Metroplex roadway, for that matter.

    See

    See Florence Ranch Homestead

    Old farmstead circa 1871-1872, a Mesquite landmark.

    📍 1424 Barnes Bridge Rd☎ +1 972 204-4933Checked Jan 2022
    MapsWebsite

    See Samuell Farm

    Open but developed farmland with pond and woods and a strange tractor contraption where people can explore and play.

    📍 100 US-80☎ +1 214 670-8740Checked Jan 2022
    MapsWebsite

    See Opal Lawrence Historical Park

    📍 701 E Kearney🕒 Tours Tue-Fri 10:30AM-3:30PM, Sat 10AM-2PM💲 Adults $5, Children (3-12) $3. Free on 4st Sa of month☎ +1 972-216-6468Checked Jan 2022
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    Do

    See Mesquite Championship Rodeo

    Rodeo performances, pony rides, a petting zoo, and more every Friday and Saturday evening from April to September.

    📍 1818 Rodeo Dr☎ +1 972 285-8777
    MapsWebsite

    Do AMC Dine-In Mesquite 30

    Oversized movieplex, with IMAX theater.

    📍 19919 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy☎ +1 972 329-3992Checked Jan 2022
    MapsWebsite

    Do Celebration Station

    Kiddie place with amusement rides and arcade.

    📍 4040 Towne Crossing Blvd☎ +1 972 279-7888Checked Jan 2022
    MapsWebsite

    Buy

    Shop Town East Mall

    Some 160 stores. Anchors are Macy's, JCPenny, Dillard's, and Dick's Sporting Goods.

    📍 2063 Town East Mall☎ +1 972-270-4431Checked Jan 2022
    MapsWebsite

    Eat

    Sleep

    Stay Quality Inn & Suites North Mesquite I-30

    Has divans and slate grey hues.

    📍 3424 Sorrento Dr.💲 $68 (Jan 2022)☎ +1 972-682-0400Checked Jan 2022
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