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Welcome to Dallas

  • Best international skyline
  • Home of the Margarita Mile
  • Best shopping in the southwest
  • Top 10 sports city 
  • One of the longest light rail systems in the U.S. 
  • No. 1 destination in Texas
  • Pritzker Prize-winning architecture
  • Largest urban arts district in the country

Dallas In Real Time

Trending topics, the latest news and the must-see stops. 

Areas to explore

From a night out in Deep Ellum to lunch in Trinity Groves, there is so much to discover here! You really can do it all in Dallas. 

A wide shot of the AT&T Performing Center.
Performer at Crow Museum's annual festival.
Exterior of Nasher Sculpture Center.

Experience

Arts District

Spread over 20 square blocks and encompassing 68 acres, the walkable downtown hub of creativity features art for all the senses with award-winning museums, performing arts venues and restaurants, while an arts magnet high school, Booker T. Washington, inspires tomorrow's brilliant artists.

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Colorful bicycles parked in front of a store.
People walking on the sidewalk in front of a row of colorful shops.
Overhead view of a variety of pies on a counter top.

Experience

Bishop Arts District

Explore the history and future of Dallas all in one place. Once one of Dallas' best hidden treats, this two-block former warehouse area sits in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Southern Dallas. It's home to more than 60 boutiques, restaurants, bars, coffee shops and galleries, making it one of Dallas' most unique (and not-so-secret) districts.

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Exterior of live music band at The Rustic
Couple at Katy Trail Ice House
West Village sign at entrance.

Experience

Uptown

Just a tad north of downtown Dallas and connected by Klyde Warren Park, Uptown is a dynamic district with more than its fair share of shopping, restaurants, and nightlife destinations that are as popular with those calling the neighborhood home as they are with visitors.

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Large statue of The Traveling Man, a silver robot who is sitting and playing a guitar.
Two -person band on a small stage playing in front of an outdoor crowd seated at picnic tables.
Overhead photo of assorted barbecue meats and sauces.

Experience

Deep Ellum

A neon sign beckons as you drive down Good Latimer Expressway, glowing bright with Deep Ellum Texas and an arrow pointing to a former warehouse district now transformed into the nightlife hotspot for live music, cool bars and casual eateries.

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A collection of modern art: paintings, glass, and sculptures.
A small park with a central stone pillar sculpture surrounded by a flower bed.
The interior of an empty restaurant with trendy decor and lighting.

Experience

Design District

Find antique shops and upscale art galleries next door to high-end interior design show rooms in the Design District, just two miles northwest of Downtown. There's also a plethora of dining options and breweries, giving this district even more reason to visit.

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Dallas Made Simple

Need help planning your Dallas visit? Check out our customized itineraries & guides and get ideas for a perfect-for-you Dallas experience!

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Dallas Family Vacation

From the Perot Museum and Dallas Zoo to TopGolf and Medieval Times, Dallas is a great destination for families, offering something for every age and interest.

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Dallas on a Budget

Dallas may have a reputation for glitz and glamour, but there's plenty to experience without breaking the bank.
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Free things to do in Dallas

Get the most out of your visit to Dallas without breaking the bank!

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VisitDallas The Magazine: Fall/Winter 2020

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Couple at Deep Ellum tattoo parlor.