Blocks of Knox
Shopping, dining and dancing. This six-block stretch of Knox/Henderson offers everything from shopping to dancing the night away to Latin rhythms.
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
Sixty-six acres of beautiful shoreline at White Rock Lake, featuring one of the nation’s largest azalea collection. Open 10am – 5pm, November – February. Located at 8525 Garland Road, 214-515-6500.
Dallas Nature Center
Six hundred and thirty acres of wilderness, prairies and woodlands that are perfect for walks, picnics and enjoying the outdoors. Nature programs and gift shop. Open daily from dawn to dusk. 7171 Mountain Creek, 972-296-1955.
Dallas World Aquarium
A private aquarium featuring exotic marine life, including Antillean manatees, located in the popular historic West End, complete with restaurant. 1801 N. Griffin Street, 214-720-2224
Dallas Zoo
Many rare and endangered species live in this 95 acre park. Open daily 9am – 5pm. Winter hours are 9am – 4pm. 650 S.R.L. Thornton Freeway. 214-942-3678 or 214-760-5656, www.dallaszoo.org.
Gilley’s Dallas
Gilley’s has a classic “urban cowboy” setting with live entertainment, dancing, down-home cooking and mechanical bull rides. 1135 South Lamar. www.gilleysdallas.com
Medieval Times Dinner
Experience dramatic horsemanship, falconry, jousting and hand-to-hand combat while feasting on a four-course banquet. 2021 N. Stemmons Freeway, 214-761-1800
Old City Park
The historical village of Dallas. 1717 Gano Street, 214-421-5141. www.oldcitypark.org
Pegasus Plaza
Main at Akard Downtown Dallas. This urban park captures the lure and mystery of Pegasus, the flying horse symbol of the spirit of Dallas.
Freedman’s Cemetery
Just north of downtown Dallas is the largest memorial in the nation honoring ex-slaves – the pre-civil war African American burial ground. Office of Cultural Affairs. 214-670-3284
Pioneer Cemetery
Located next to the Dallas Convention Center, this 1852 cemetery tells the story of Dallas County’s early prominent pioneers including Civil War veterans. 1300 Young Street.
The Science Place and IMAX Theater
Hands-on family fun for all ages. Exhibit Halls, Planetarium and the IMAX Theater, make this science fun a delight. Located in Fair Park. www.scienceplace.org
The Shops at the West End Marketplace
Specialty shops and galleries full of Dallas and Western articles, Texas food and much more, located inside this historical warehouse. Open Monday-Thursday, 11am – 10pm, Friday-Saturday, 11am – midnight, Sunday, noon – 6pm. 603 Munger Avenue, 214-748-4801. www.westendmarketplacedallas.com
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Dallas’ number 1 visitor site is located at Elm and Houston Street in the former Texas School Book Depository Building. Explore the surrounding area and experience the life, times, death and legacy of President John F. Kennedy. Open daily 9am – 6pm.
South Fork Ranch
3700 Hogee Road, 972-442-7800. www.southforkranch.com
Southern Methodist University
SMU is one of America’s premier private universities. Mockingbird Lane and Hillcrest, 214-768-2000. www.smu.edu
Swiss Avenue Historic District
This grand boulevard features early 20th century mansions, including the Prairie style.
Thanks-Giving Square
The square honors the spirit of universal human gratitude to God as our deepest response to the gift of life and features bells, meditation garden, foundations and a spiral chapel with unique stained glass windows. 1627 Pacific, 214-969-1977. www.thanksgiving.org
Underground Tunnel and Sky Bridge System
There are three miles of tunnels and sky bridges full of shops and restaurants underneath downtown. Entrance is at Renaissance Tower, One Main Place, Thanksgiving Square and Bank of America Plaza. Downtown Dallas. Closed evenings and weekends.
Union Station/Amtrak
This 1914 vintage station is home to Amtrak, Downtown DART Light Rail and commuter stations and Trinity Railway Express. It is connected to Hyatt Regency Dallas via an underground concourse. 400 S. Houston Street, 214-653-1101. www.amtrak.com
White Rock Lake and Greenbelt Park
A scenic park and lake near Downtown Dallas featuring nine miles of shore line. 214-821-3290
Wilson Block Historic District
The most complete group of 1898-1902 homes in Dallas. Available for tours by non-profit, charitable organizations. 214-821-3290