Denton, Texas is the county seat of Denton County, home two the University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University and also one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. The city was first founded in 1856 (specifically to be the county seat) and incorporated in 1866.
The city and the region offer a wide range of attractions and activities to help keep you occupied during a visit to Denton. The Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum is home to exhibits that reveal some of the local history. The UNT Sky Theatre Planetarium has an exhibit hall and learning area and even native North Texas landscaping. You can also catch one of the many musical and theatrical performances that are offered at the numerous venues around the city.
The weather in Denton is marked by hot summers and cold winters. The summer high temperatures can climb up above 90F. Winter low temperatures often fall below freezing. Spring and fall can be some of the best times to visit the region.
Cheap flights to Denton come in through the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) which is the main airport to service the region. There are cheap airline tickets available all year long - with rates from San Francisco starting around $170 US. Cheap airline tickets from New York will cost a bit more but can still be found starting just over $200 US.
Cheap hotels in Denton can be found all around the city. There are a wide range of lodgings to meet most tastes and needs. Cheap hotel rooms near some of the main attractions can be found with rates as low as $50 US.