Welcome To Denton
Famous for being home to the University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University, with a world-class music and arts scene, Denton is a town where hip intersects with historic.
Just a quick drive from Dallas-Fort Worth, the city is surrounded by vast outdoor spaces, craft breweries and bars, unique shopping experiences, and a vibrant downtown.
Denton is a great spot for family-friendly fun as well, featuring lakes and trails, museums, historic tours, and capturing Instagram-worthy photos at the city's most popular murals. And when you’re done with the fun, Denton has plenty of options for places to stay and recharge.
Are you ready to Discover Denton?
Driving to denton
Located less than 40 miles north of Dallas-Fort Worth, Denton offers unsurpassed connectivity via three major highways, I-35E and I-35W, and U.S. Highway 380. Don't feel like driving? The DCTA’s 21-mile commuter rail line connects Denton and Dallas Counties.
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Denton Music Scene
Music is part of Denton's DNA. While our musical roots are in jazz, every genre has a place here. With a world-class music scene, and some of the coolest venues in Texas, Denton is known for having live music almost every night.