Location: Dallas
Top Things to do in Dallas
What to do and see in Dallas, Texas (TX): The Best Things to do Good for Kids
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. Rainbow Vomit
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 117 reviews
Escape to the Sanctuary and enjoy a fun and relaxing experience with your close friends or family at Dallas' #1 rated immersive art exhibit! Rainbow Vomit is now open for both public and private tours for an immersive experience unlike any before. Ranked one of the top fun things to do in Dallas, the beautiful photographic installations include over 9000 LEDs, 5000 balloons, 250 pounds of cotton, 4 miles of ribbon and a unicorn! Our new setup has been designed with your safety and comfort in mind. We are limiting groups to 15 or less per reservation, including multiple hand-washing and sanitizer stations, making tweaks to the exhibit for fewer points of guest contact, providing gloves upon requests, and sanitizer in between groups. Advance reservations are required to guarantee entry, please visit our website to book both public and private tours or to learn more about our health and safety policies.
Reviewed By Oshung3 - El Paso, United States
I went with my siblings and knew there was a lot of interesting places in here to take cool pictures. I thought it would be bigger but it wasn’t bad! All the rooms were so unique. I loved the little hidden-under-staircase area (not sure what to call it) I LOVED the secret room. I felt like I could stay there forever. The music, colors, everything was so soothing in there. I want to go back to see how they updated the room -OG
2. Museum of Memories
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Museum of Memories is an interactive art gallery centered around positivity, creativity, and nostalgia, designed by Steffi Lynn. The exhibit is an hour long experience and consists of a variety of different art installations and murals for you to explore to your heart's content, all inspired by childhood memories.
Reviewed By ohmaimariapie
I had a really good time hanging out and taking pictures with my friends here. Museum of Memories is a place where all my childhood memories come back! They have a lot of really cool and interactive rooms. I would highly recommend it!
3. Dallas Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
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
Overall Ratings
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. The Dallas World Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,706 reviews
The adventure at The Dallas World Aquarium begins at the top of the rainforest exhibit, where exotic birds, such as Cocks-of-the-rock and many species of toucans, can be seen. Lounging around are Two-toed and Three-toed sloths. Endangered animals, such as Orinoco crocodiles, Giant river otters, Antillean manatees and several species of monkeys are part of the many conservation projects. The aquarium portion displays interesting marine life, including Japanese crabs, jellyfish, Leafy, Weedy and Ribbon seadragons. Black-footed and Blue penguins can be seen swimming as guests enjoy the outdoor South Africa exhibit. Sharks, rays and sawfish are only a few of the fish living in the Mundo Maya cenote. Safe from Neotropical eagles, are euphonias, tanagers and hummingbirds. Reptiles and amphibians, both of significance to the Maya culture, can be seen throughout the exhibit.
Reviewed By 80emiw - Beitun, Taiwan
The Dallas world aquarium is essentially an indoor rainforest. With 3 floors spanning two warehouses you're transported to a whole different ecosystem. As you stroll along the path immersed in the jungle, free flight birds of all descriptions are playing, building their nests and calling out. All seats and floors are built to disappear into the background. Giant river otters have a multi floored home right at the center, flamingos and storks surround the shark tank and a big square glass temple houses 1 floor of a jaguar exhibit. If you can't see him here he's probably upstairs lounging in the sun, away from the bustle, so find the big screen showing a live feed of another floor of his home. During the height of summer or spring break it can get very, very crowded. It is in the middle of downtown after all. I would suggest going during the week, avoiding spring break and feel free to call them if you wish to avoid school tours! While the cost is higher than some zoological facilities bear in mind that this is a large facility, in the middle of downtown, filled with floor after floor of aquatic, birds, mammals, herps and insects. They have a little taste of everything all airconditioned! Ooh and they serve frozen alcoholic drinks... Get there early for parking or better yet ride the train! It is a quick 2-3minute walk from the dart. I love this place and I hope you do too
6. White Rock Lake Park
Overall Ratings
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.
7. African American Museum
Overall Ratings
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.
8. Dallas Heritage Village at Old City Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 219 reviews
Located on the grounds of Dallas's first city park, Dallas Heritage Village is the perfect place to step back in time. You can immerse yourself in the lives of Texans during the pioneer and Victorian eras. The buildings are all part of North Texas history and give you the opportunity to see and experience nineteenth century life. As you stroll through the grounds, you'll discover how crops were grown, how animals were cared for, how family life progressed, and how the sense of community developed for ordinary Texans over 100 years ago. The Village hosts multiple family events throughout the year and visitors can participate in daily activities led by History Hosts.
Reviewed By patricialF2081TB - DeSoto, United States
Highly recommend. Bought groupon for 4 and there were guides in some of the buildings. It was an overcast day and very few visitors. Remember schools come there so be careful. Covers 1840 to 1899 in Texas history. Paid extra $5 for guided tour in Miller house. Covers log cabins to Victorian homes to shot gun houses. Walking necessary, if disabled would not recommend it.
9. Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District
Overall Ratings
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.
10. Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,787 reviews
A nationally acclaimed 66 acre display garden features breathtaking floral displays all year long. Nestled on the shores of White Rock Lake, the Dallas Arboretum was named "One of the Most Breathtaking Gardens in the World" by Architectural Digest. Dallas Blooms festival boasts of over 500,000 spring blooming bulbs, 3,000 azaleas and hundreds of Cherry Blooms-February-April. Summer in the garden includes an outdoor concert series on Thursday evenings and numerous water features with breathtaking floral displays. Autumn at the Arboretum-September-November features a nationally acclaimed Pumpkin Village featuring over 90,000 pumpkins/gourds/squash and named one of America's Best Pumpkin festivals by Fodor's Travel. The 8 acre Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden was designed to connect children with nature. Education is a central focus the gardens mission, which teach life and Earth science with 17 indoor/outdoor galleries and 150 interactive activities - Where science and fun become one. Open seven days a week and Wednesday nights until 8pm from March-October. Seasonal weekday discounts are available. The garden is closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Reviewed By jbwhitehouse - Dallas, United States
The Dallas Arboretum is a retreat within the City of Dallas. It is a big open expanse complete with varied and beautiful flowers, waterfalls, sculptures, picnic areas, and even koi fish. It offers a wonderful view of White Rock Lake. Dallas blooms in March-April is lovely time to visit with sunshine and thousands of tulips of every variety.
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