Three Ways into the History
McKinney's sizeable historic district provides ample opportunities to see and learn about McKinney from its founding in 1848 (incorporated in 1849) until today. Enjoy a walking tour, a tour on the trolley, or a visit to a historical attraction to learn more about McKinney's roots.
In conjunction with the City's Historic Preservation Office, Visit McKinney offers free historic district walking tours, offering a peek into the history, stories, and people that shaped the city from its founding in 1848 (incorporated 1849) until today. Tours leave from the Visitor Center at 200 W. Virginia St. once a month. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and be ready to learn!
Special guided trolley tours run through Chestnut Square Heritage Village. Enjoy a narrated hour through the heart of the Historic District, past some of the city's most iconic and beautifully preserved homes. And the free Downtown Trolley loops through Historic Downtown Thursday through Saturday for hop-on exploring.
No tour scheduled the day you're free? The self-guided Historic Downtown Tour and the Residential Homes Tour are both in the McKinney TX! app, ready whenever you are.