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Dallas

United States

Best things to do in Dallas

35 curated attractions in Dallas, United States. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

March - May, September - November

Average temp

19°C/66°F

Budget

Mid-range

Safety

Take care

About Dallas

Dallas is a sprawling city known for its distinct blend of culture and commerce, shaped significantly by the oil boom and the rise of corporate America. This growth brought a mix of modern architecture and cultural institutions, including several museums and parks. The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza memorializes the assassination of JFK, while the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum reflects the city's commitment to history and human rights. Klyde Warren Park offers a green reprieve amidst the urban landscape, where locals take a break from the business environment. Despite its cultural offerings, many residents still rely on their cars for travel, as the city was designed with driving in mind rather than walking. People come to Dallas for its arts scene and to catch a game at AT&T Stadium or enjoy a show at the Winspear Opera House.

Who it's for

Ideal for those who appreciate a mix of culture and modern city life, especially art and history enthusiasts. Not suited for those looking for a walkable city or a relaxing ambiance; you’ll need a vehicle to navigate this vast and often sprawling landscape.

Getting around

Public transport: Good

  • Downtown Dallas is walkable in about 30 minutes, but you'll want to drive most places
  • DART light rail connects key areas and is generally reliable
  • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport takes about 30 minutes to reach downtown by car
  • Expect to spend more time in traffic during rush hours than you might plan
Fountain Place

Fountain Place

Modern architecture & skyscrapers
Nasher Sculpture Center

Nasher Sculpture Center

Art museums & galleries
White Rock Lake

White Rock Lake

Lakes
Dallas City Hall

Dallas City Hall

Modern architecture & skyscrapers
Dallas Heritage Village

Dallas Heritage Village

Traditional villages
Topgolf Dallas

Topgolf Dallas

Family & kids' attractions
McKinney Avenue Trolley

McKinney Avenue Trolley

Streets & neighbourhoods
The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum

The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum

History museums
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

Botanical gardens
AT&T Stadium

AT&T Stadium

Stadiums & sports venues
Pioneer Plaza

Pioneer Plaza

Fountains, statues & public art
West End Historic District

West End Historic District

Old towns & historic quarters
Dallas Zoo

Dallas Zoo

Zoos
Dallas Museum of Art

Dallas Museum of Art

Art museums & galleries
Perot Museum of Nature and Science

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

Science & natural history museums
Bishop Arts District

Bishop Arts District

Streets & neighbourhoods
The Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge

The Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge

Bridges
Klyde Warren Park

Klyde Warren Park

City parks
Deep Ellum

Deep Ellum

Streets & neighbourhoods
Reunion Tower

Reunion Tower

Observation decks & city views
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Dallas/Fort Worth

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Dallas/Fort Worth

Entertainment
Winspear Opera House

Winspear Opera House

Theatres & opera houses
Blues Alleyway

Blues Alleyway

Arts and Entertainment Venues
Spirit of Dallas

Spirit of Dallas

Arts and Entertainment Venues
Meadows Museum

Meadows Museum

Art museums & galleries
Nancy Best Fountain

Nancy Best Fountain

Urban Attractions
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

History museums
The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum

The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum

History museums
American Airlines Center

American Airlines Center

Stadiums & sports venues
Fair Park

Fair Park

City parks
Meow Wolf

Meow Wolf

Arts and Entertainment Venues
Dallas World Aquarium

Dallas World Aquarium

Aquariums
Ground Control

Ground Control

Arts and Entertainment Venues
Spark! Dallas

Spark! Dallas

Family-Friendly Attractions
Crayola Experience

Crayola Experience

Family-Friendly Attractions

Where to eat in Dallas

The places worth planning a meal around.

Terry Black's Barbecue

Terry Black's Barbecue

American

★ 4.7 · 14,600 reviews

Dallas Farmers Market

Dallas Farmers Market

★ 4.5 · 10,784 reviews

The Rustic

The Rustic

American · $$

★ 4.4 · 6,433 reviews

Nick and Sam's

Nick and Sam's

steakhouse, seafood

★ 4.3 · 4,284 reviews

Ascension

Ascension

American

★ 4.4 · 2,610 reviews

Las Palmas

Las Palmas

Tex-Mex

★ 4.5 · 2,401 reviews

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