Location: Dallas
Top Things to do in Dallas
Top 10 Free Things to do in Dallas, Texas (TX)
You may have all heard that everything is bigger in Texas. Well, Dallas does its best to fulfill that promise. You'll find several museums with vast art collections and fascinating specialty museums like The Sixth Floor Museum/Texas School Book Depository, which, though small in size, offers an immense amount of information about the assassination of John F. Kennedy. And of course, visit a local steakhouse for a terrific (and enormous) meal.
Restaurants in Dallas
1. Deep Ellum (Deep Elm)
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4.5 based on 479 reviews
This former warehouse district is now a funky nightlife and shopping area.
Reviewed By jamesfF4291DZ - Dallas, United States
Go on a sunny weekday, just walk around and enjoy the amazing variety of murals. Then eat outside (covid you know) at Monkey King.
2. Dallas Arts District
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4.5 based on 219 reviews
The country's largest urban arts district.
Reviewed By 508jacquelinep
I traveled to Dallas on a business trip, I stood in the downtown area at the Crowne Plaza. I took a 5-7 minute drive to Deep Ellum where the art is very beautiful. There are murals painted all over the walls of the buildings, there is also pieces on a statue about a story of a traveling man which is amazing. The Deep Ellum part of downtown Dallas is very rich with art and beautiful.
3. Dallas Museum of Art
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4.5 based on 2,025 reviews
Established in 1903, this prestigious art venue features a wide selection of art exhibits, from Ancient Mediterranean to Contemporary Art and Design.
Reviewed By vanessaindallas - Dallas, United States
My husband and I recently attended the Dior Late Night event which was from 7pm-9(ish). It was our first time attending one of their Late Night showings. They have these often when great exhibitions are displayed. It was such a great Date Night, roaming the museum after hours. Before the museum we listened to jazz music in the lobby and sipped on some wine. You can definitely make an evening here at the museum with your loved one (or group of friends). Dress code for Late Night is up to you! I went semi-dressed while there was a mix of casual and dressed.
4. NorthPark Center
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4.5 based on 425 reviews
NorthPark Center is the finest shopping experience and the preeminent shopping center in the Southwest with more than 230 stores and restaurants, including more than 70 market exclusives. Anchored by Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Macy’s and Dillard’s, NorthPark Center offers an unparalleled collection of luxury boutiques set amid internationally acclaimed 20th and 21st century art, award-winning architecture and extraordinary landscaping, as well as a 1.4-acre garden, CenterPark, and a state-of-the-art movie theatre, AMC NorthPark 15. NorthPark Center surpassed $1.2 billion in sales in 2016 and consistently ranks as one of the top five performing shopping centers in the United States. NorthPark Center is North Texas’ number one tourist destination and is conveniently located five miles from downtown Dallas and 35 miles from Fort Worth.
Reviewed By LoveTravel72086 - Mumbai, India
The largest mall in Dallas!! It has everything you want from the high end shops etc All the big brands have their outlets here. Also en excellent food court and AMC theatre too!! Can spend days here with something for every age group !! Always crowded specially during holidays They have small musical concerts, piano playing etc during the festive season and of coursmeeting Santa Claus !! Also has outdoor park where kids can play for a while too !
5. White Rock Lake Park
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4.5 based on 655 reviews
Surrounding the jewel of Dallas, 1,015-acre White Rock Lake, the park is a prime spot for running, hiking, birdwatching, fishing and people-watching.
Reviewed By charlesl501 - Dallas, United States
I lived just off Lanshire Rd, which is the northern boundary of White Rock Lake Park, for the past 5 years. My wife and I would walk through the park at least once a week on average and would have a picnic lunch down near the bathhouse theater at least once a month. There are lots of cyclists and runners on the trails in the morning and evening hours before and after work during the week and lost of family gatherings on the weekends.A great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life for a few hours. the Dallas Arboretum occupies a beautiful space on the south side of the park and Flagpole Hill with picnic and playground facilities is on the north side. The Bath House Cultural Center and theater is on the east side and the dog park and trails are on the west side. A cycling and walking trail runs almost the entire length of the lake from the dam on the southwest side to Flagpole Hill on the north side to the Arboretum on the southeast side.
6. African American Museum
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4.5 based on 51 reviews
A museum celebrating the contributions of African Americans to the arts.
Reviewed By droddy112 - Leesville, United States
Lots of exhibitions that expand lots of African American eras. Defiantly worth visiting if in Dallas.
7. Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District
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4.5 based on 2,484 reviews
The site includes the former Texas School Book Depository and Dealey Plaza, two of the sights forever associated with the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
Reviewed By FresnoTravelers - Fresno, United States
Easily walkable, and just across the street from the 6th Street Depository museum, this area has the grassy knoll, information on the origins of Dallas, and tribute to history.
8. Highland Park Village
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4.5 based on 424 reviews
Landmark open-air center with more than 50 world-class boutiques and a dozen restaurants. Complimentary car service, personal shopping and valet. TaxFree Shopping Refund Center.
Reviewed By richardk445 - San Rafael de Escazu, Costa Rica
I visit this area a lot and enjoy the great choice of restaurants. The ladies may enjoy the high end shopping opportunities and afterwards why not drive around the Highland Park area to take in the impressive mansion houses. This is especially fantastic leading up to Christmas when horses and carts are available to show you the very impressive Christmas light displays on the mansion lawns. Very romantic guys, the ladies will enjoy their time in your company.
9. Southern Methodist University
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4.5 based on 351 reviews
A private local coeducational university located in Dallas, Texas.
Reviewed By Sherpa62911842356 - Plano, United States
This is a beautifully maintained college campus located in the Highland/Park Cities area of Dallas. The beautiful architecture, well manicured gardens and the George W. Bush Presidential Museum made our visit enjoyable and educational.
10. Pioneer Plaza
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4.5 based on 738 reviews
Reviewed By eae777 - Dallas, United States
it is a wonderful example of the real feel of a cattle drive/these statues are timeless and stunning
