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500X Gallery

Founded in 1978 in an old tire factory and air conditioning warehouse, the 500X Gallery is one of the oldest cooperative artist galleries in Dallas. It features over 3,000 square feet of exhibition space, making it a popular place for local artists to showcase their work. Many well-known local artists got their starts here, including favorites such as Otis Jones, Paul Booker, Frances Bagley, and others. Today, the gallery showcases the work of its board/cooperative members, as well as exhibiting guest artist work to bring in new talent. More »

African American Museum

The African American Museum is a cultural jewel that showcases a great collection of art and cultural artifacts. In addition to seeing crafts, documents, photographs, and other items of African heritage, visitors will also learn about how African Americans shaped the state of Texas and the United States as a whole. One of the most impressive aspects of the museum is its gigantic collection of African American folk art--one of the largest of its kind in the country. The museum was founded in 1974 as a special collection of Bishop College, and has been independently operated since 1979. More »

American Airlines Center

This large event venue is most well known as the home of the Dallas Mavericks NBA basketball team and the Dallas Stars NHL hockey team. The arena officially opened in 2001 and was designed by the David M. Schwartz architectural team based in Washington, D.C. It features state-of-the-art details such as retractable seats and technological upgrades in sound, lighting, and video scoreboards. Attached to the facility is Victory Park, an outdoor gathering place that includes restaurants, shops, offices, and upscale apartment complexes. The interior of American Airlines Center boasts five open concourses, four lobbies that each have their own theme, and an abundance of public art displays. In addition to sports events, the Center also hosts various concerts and other gatherings throughout the year. More »

American Museum of the Miniature Arts

Dedicated to everything mini, this unique museum features exhibits such as dollhouses, a porcelain shop, miniature toy shop, bordello, and more. You'll find miniature dolls, toys, accessories, and other small items showcased in both the museum's permanent and rotating exhibits. One of the most unique collections here is a group of miniature military toy soldiers that date from 300 B.C. up to present day. More »

Ameriquest Field in Arlington

Home to the Texas Rangers baseball team, Ameriquest Field is a popular place to go for the quintessential American pastime experience. It was completed in 1994 and can seat an audience of up to 49,115 people. In addition to the baseball field and stands, the facility also includes a children's learning center, a baseball museum, offices, and a youth baseball park. The field itself features natural Bermuda grass and two 68-foot dugouts. One notable feature of Ameriquest field is the proximity of the seats to the field--near first and third base, the seats are only 56 feet, 8 inches from the bases, giving fans an up-close view of the action. More »

Amon Carter Museum

Named after Amon Carter, a publisher from Ft. Worth who donated funds for the museum to be established, this facility is a cultural treasure. It opened in 1981 and features a collection of over 300,000 American art items from the 10th through 20th centuries. Be sure to check out the photography and western art here, as those displays are particularly spectacular. In addition to a great permanent art collection, the museum also houses various rotating exhibits throughout the year. The facility is a major influence in the study and exhibition of American art, and is a great place to go if you're an art connoisseur. More »

ArtCentre of Plano

This facility strives to promote, support, and present art and art education in all of its forms. It was privately founded in 1981 and has been providing space to showcase all kinds of art. There's a theater here where the Plano Repertoire Theater performs (as well as other groups), studio space for artists to work on their pieces, gallery space for exhibits and displays, and rooms for classes and lectures. The public can go see art displays or performances here, as well as sign up for great workshops that cover everything from oil painting to sculpture to mosaic. More »

Barry Whistler Gallery

This gallery in downtown Dallas features great art collections, and has particularly nice pieces in folk and contemporary art. You'll find paintings, prints, sculptures, and photography here, so there's something for everyone. Barry opened the gallery in 1985, after a stint as curator of the Dallas Museum of Art, and has been showcasing awe- and conversation-inspiring art ever since. There is also a good number of Texas artists represented here, so if you're looking for local art, the Barry Whistler Gallery is a good place to go. More »

Bath House Cultural Center

The Bath House Cultural Center opened in 1981 as Dallas's first cultural facility. It features a 120-seat theater for performing arts, galleries for visual art exhibits and displays, and various other rooms for workshops, classes, and meetings. You'll find great things to check out here, from top-notch theater performances and concerts to poetry readings and art exhibits. Be sure to check the Bath House's schedule before visiting, as it usually puts on great events and performances throughout the year, such as the White Rock Rhythms Jazz Concert Series and the Festival of Independent Theaters. More »

Billy Bob's Texas

Known as the "world's largest honkey tonk", Billy Bob's Texas has been entertaining visitors all night with its swingin' country style since it opened its doors in 1981. The 127,000 square-foot facility consists of a concert stage, dance floor, casino, restaurants, live bull-riding arena, and other entertainment options, and can house about 6,000 people. The entertainment facility puts on great country music shows at night, and has featured some of the best country performers over the years, including Hank Williams Jr., Clint Black, Garth Brooks, LeAnn Rimes, and others. More »

Black Academy of Arts & Letters

This art and cultural institution supports and promotes African American and Caribbean performing, visual, and literary arts. There are two theaters here--one that seats 1,800 people and another that seats 250--as well as gallery space, banquet rooms, offices, and a gift shop. Each year, the Academy puts on over 100 programs in the arts, including concerts, theater performances, dance productions, and film showings. The non-profit organization was founded in 1979, and has gained a reputation not only for its rich cultural programming, but also because it has served as the launching pad for various renowned artists, including Erykah Badu and Regina Taylor. More »

Cathedral Santuario de Guadalupe

The first Catholic parish in Dallas was founded in 1869 by the Bishop of Galveston, and their church, originally called Sacred Heart, was built in 1872. In 1890, the parish was established as a Catholic diocese, and plans for a new cathedral were in the works. The gorgeous cathedral was constructed in 1902, and merged with the Our Lady of Guadalupe church in 1977 to be newly christened as the Cathedral Santuario de Guadalupe. Today, the cathedral serves as the main church for the Diocese of Dallas, which encompasses over 630,000 parishioners. It is an impressive building to check out, and will awe any architecture buff with its High Victorian details. More »

Cattle Raisers Museum

This unique museum presents the history, heritage, and story of cattle raising/raising in the West. The museum takes visitors on a journey from early ranching to future prospects for the cattle industry, using interactive exhibits such as a virtual ranch and a simulated cattle drive, in addition to great displays of cattle-related items such as branding equipment, saddles, and rare photographs. Be sure to check out the new theater, where you'll be treated to a film about the real cowboys of the West, as well as ranchers, ropers, and others that play a role in the cattle industry. More »

Cavanaugh Flight Museum

An education, non-profit institution, this museum showcases flying machines important to history. The aviation fan will find the heritage from a century of flight, including the warbirds such as the Sopwith Camel, P-51 Mustang and German Me-109. Many of the planes still fly; visitors are encourage to spend time in conversation with mechanics who keep the machines in the air-worthy. More »

Cedar Hill State Park

In the far southwest corner of Dallas County is a hilly patch of landscape called the Cedar Mountains, which can be a bit misleading. Nevertheless, this 1,826-acre preserve feels utterly rural, in spite of its proximity to urban life. Within the park are several elements that make it a destination for the outdoor enthusiast: Joe Pool Lake, one of the larger reservoirs in North Texas, offers about 100 miles of shoreline; more than 350 improved campsites and 30 primitive campsites punctuate the woodsy spread; and living history plays out at a reconstructed 1800s village called Penn Farm Agricultural History Center. The park is a primary destination for mountain bikers and birders, too. More »

Cedar Ridge Preserve

Managed by the Dallas Audubon Society, Cedar Ridge Preserve is a great place to go to learn about the local flora and fauna. The preserve encompasses about 600 acres of woodlands and prairies, and features nine miles of hiking trails that provide a good way to explore the area and capture great scenic views. The center also features butterfly gardens where visitors can wander and look at the beautiful plants and butterflies that fly around. This is also a good place to have a picnic, so bring along your basket and food and take advantage of the specified picnic areas that are spread throughout the preserve. More »

Comanche Peak Electric Station

Owned and operated by TXU Energy and named for the nearby mesa that was given this moniker ages ago by Native Americans who lived in the area, this nuclear-fueled power plant is found in Somervell County near the town of Glen Rose. About a 90-minute drive from Dallas and a 45-minute drive from Fort Worth, Comanche Peak has a visitors center, open by appointment only, that tells the story about nuclear power. More »

Cowboys Stadium

Home of the Dallas Cowboys, Cowboys Stadium is the new stadium for the National Football League team, replacing the former Texas Stadium in Irving. Located in Arlington, the Cowboys Stadium is a state-of-the-art glistening new facility that opened in 2009. The stadium can seat 80,000 spectators and is renowned for both its design and size. Cowboys fans can get an up-close look at the stadium on daily tours that are offered. Stadium tour highlights include visits to the locker room, press box, player interview room, silver level platform, scoreboard control room, and pro shop. More »

Craighead Green Gallery

Established in 1992, the Craighead Green Gallery features great contemporary artwork, including sculptures, photographs, and paintings from artists around the globe, although they specialize in working with artists from Texas. The gallery represents over 40 artists who work in all kinds of mediums, so you'll be able to find whatever you're looking for here. Exhibits at Craighead Green are presented on a rotating basis, so call ahead or check the website if you want to find out what's on display before visiting. More »

Dallas Arboretum

This 66-acre botanical garden offers a tranquil respite from the bustle of the city. Sitting on the shores of White Rock Lake, the arboretum comprises various gardens and fountains, 44 acres of which belonged to the former estate of geophysicist Everett Lee DeGolyer and his wife, Nell. The arboretum features not only beautiful gardens, but also the 1939 DeGolyer home, which now serves as an event venue and a restaurant/cafe overlooking the lake. Visitors can tour the home in addition to exploring the gorgeous surrounding gardens, which a collection of over 2,400 varieties of azaleas as well as many other types of flowers. More »

Dallas Arts District

This 19-acre, 68-block urban district is chock-full of great art galleries, studios, museums, and other cultural gems. You'll find many great organizations here, including the Nasher Sculpture Center, Dallas Museum of Art, the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, the Dallas Black Dance Theatre, Dallas Center for Performing Arts, and many others. Visitors can either stroll the area themselves, or take a guided walking tour led by the Dallas Arts District Friends. In addition to great arts facilities and organizations, you'll also find many events going on in the district throughout the year, including great concerts, theater performances, youth workshops, and more. More »

Dallas Children's Museum

Located in the Dallas Museum of Nature and Science, the Children's Museum is a great place for your group if you have young ones in tow. The museum specializes in exhibits for kids up to age seven, which cover topics such as water, the fire department, farming, engineering, and more. The kids will love putting on costumes and performances at the Performing Arts Theatre, crating music at the Conservatory Center, or watching live snakes and spiders at the Live Animal Wall--there are definitely enough activities here to keep them entertained for hours. In addition to interactive exhibits, the museum also puts on great children's programming throughout the year, including a literacy/storytime drop-in program, cultural discovery workshops, and summer camps. More »

Dallas County Historical Plaza

Reaching across the space behind (east) of the Old Red Courthouse on the edge of downtown, this plaza has long been home to the John Neely Bryan cabin, the first home of the pioneer credited with settling Dallas. In early 2006, the cabin had been moved temporarily while an underground parking garage was being built beneath the plaza. What you can see at this time is the stark but deeply moving John F. Kennedy Memorial, a tribute to the slain president and a work by the late, renowned architect Philip Johnson. More »

Dallas Farmer's Market

With roots reaching back to the 1880s, the Dallas Farmers Market has been one of the centers of culinary and agricultural interest in North Texas for decades. Found downtown near City Hall, the farmers market is one of the rare places where the public buys produce, plants, fresh flowers and food goods directly from the farmers or other producers. More »

Dallas Heritage Village at Old City Park

The city’s oldest park--an accredited history museum--is home to 38 restored historic buildings spread over 13 acres of parkland on the edge of downtown Dallas. Visitors have the choice of self-guided tours or can reserve a private, docent-led 90-minute tour of the Village’s Settler and Victorian homes, church, school, commercial Main Street, and more. The tour operates seasonally; check the website for the latest offerings and special events. During spring and fall a select number of historic buildings are populated with living history characters who talk with you about their lives, speaking in the vernacular of the 19th century. There are also farm animals on site.

The Dallas County Heritage Society oversees the park and organizes events year-round, including the Candlelight Country Fair and an Old Fashioned Fourth of July. More »

Dallas Holocaust Museum - Center for Education and Tolerance

This non-profit organization works to preserve the memory of those lost in the Holocaust, as well as share historical lessons and reminders of the horrific event. Visitors will find a large collection of memorabilia here, including photographs, film, documents, and slides from personal archives and collections that tell the story of survivors and victims. The museum also archives its own collection of survivor and liberator stories and testimonies. Through its haunting exhibits, the museum serves as a catalyst for education about change, prejudice, and tolerance in the past, present, and future. More »

Dallas Market Center

This massive complex is one of the largest wholesale retailers in the world. It was founded in 1957 and encompasses over 2,000 showrooms spread throughout four different buildings: the World Trade Center, International Floral & Gift Center, Trade Mart, and Market Hall. Within the four buildings, you'll find over 25,000 product lines for sale, including home decor, accessories, lighting, gourmet food, holiday items, and much more. In addition to wholesale retail facilities, the Market Center also offers other convenient amenities for their visitors, from a full-service travel agency to a U.S. Post Office to buyer lounges. If you're in the market for wholesale items, the Dallas Market Center should be a must-see on your itinerary. More »

Dallas Museum of Art

The Dallas Museum of Art is located in the popular Dallas Arts District and features over 23,000 works of art, some that date back to over 5,000 years. The museum was founded in 1903 as a collection of the Dallas Art Association, and finally moved into its current 370,000 square-foot space in 1984. You'll find a wide variety of ancient to modern pieces here from regions around the world, including Africa, the Americas, Indonesia, Asia, and more. In addition to great art, the museum also has wonderful rotating exhibits, programs, workshops, and activities that take place throughout the year and engage the community in art exploration. Renowned across the country for its great encyclopedic collection, the Dallas Museum of Art is definitely the place to go in Texas for an amazing art education. More »

Dallas Theater Center

This performing arts center is not only known for its great plays and performances, but also because it is housed in the Kalita Humphreys Theater, one of the only theater buildings designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The center puts on great theatrical performances throughout the year, including both popular off-Broadway productions and holiday shows, and presents a great place to get your performing arts fix while visiting Dallas. More »

Dallas World Aquarium & Zoological Gardens

Opened in 1992, the Dallas World Aquarium & Zoological Gardens is a great place to check out great aquatic exhibits and displays. The aquarium is home to about 87,000 gallons of saltwater tanks, which exhibit such marine animals as sharks, sting rays, rare species of fish, and more. In addition to the aquarium, the facility also presents exhibits about animals and plants from 14 countries and 5 continents around the world. Visitors will get to peer into the rainforest of Orinoco, the Wilds of Borneo, the mysteries of Mundo Maya, and other regions. In addition to viewing the informative and exciting animal exhibits, be sure to find out when feeding time, animal talks, and performances are happening at the aquarium--these programs enhance any visit and are a great way to ask questions and get a more up-close look at the animals. More »

Dallas Zoo

Located about three miles from downtown Dallas, this zoo covers 95 acres and features great animal exhibits. Founded in 1888, the Dallas Zoo was the first zoological park in the southwestern United States. You'll see over 1,800 animals from 406 different species here in the zoo, making their home in one of the two main areas: the Wilds of Africa area or ZooNorth. In the Wilds of Africa exhibit, visitors get the chance to see various exotic species, such as okapi, mandrills, gorillas, zebras, and more. The ZooNorth area houses some of the more traditional animals you'd expect to see at a zoo, including giraffes, elephants, kangaroos, and others. There's also a Bird & Reptile Building, Endangered Tiger Habitat, and a great children's zoo which is home to great activity areas for kids such as a playground and a petting zoo. More »

Dallas-Ft. Worth Airport

Opened in 1974, DFW is the nation's second largest airport in terms of land mass at nearly 30 square miles. Situated in the cities of Grapevine, Irving, Euless, and Coppell, the airport is about 25 minutes from either downtown Dallas or downtown Fort Worth by car or taxi, traffic permitting. The airport is also served by Super Shuttle and the Trinity Railway Express (TRE), rail service to both downtowns. Offering 165 gates and 170 non-stop flights to domestic and international destinations, generating $14.5 billion annually for the North Texas economy, and handling about 60 million passengers per year, DFW is the third-busiest airport in the world. Of the five terminals, Terminal D is the newest, opening in late 2005 with an outstanding art collection, as well as shopping and dining. Passengers can move from one terminal to another in 3 minutes by using the new Skylink rail system. More »

Deep Ellum

This restored former warehouse district has been revamped and re-purposed over the years, and is now home to a unique array of restaurants, clubs, shops, and cafes. Starting in the late 1800s, the neighborhood was a popular industrial area, with many factories, warehouses, and plants lining the streets. The 1930s-1940s saw the growth of jazz and blues music in the area, and various clubs and lounges sprung up here. Today, in addition to being known as an eclectic arts community, Deep Ellum also has a growing residential population, and many of the buildings have been converted into urban loft-style apartments and condos. Various indie and blues musicians make their home here, as there are numerous nightclubs and small performance venues in Deep Ellum. More »

Dinosaur Valley State Park

This park lies about 90 minutes southwest of Dallas and nearly an hour southwest of Fort Worth just outside the town of Glen Rose. Some experts agree that the limestone riverbed beneath the clear waters of the Paluxy River contain some of the world's best preserved dinosaur footprints. More »

Documentary Arts, Inc.

This popular art venue showcases art by local artists in a wide variety of mediums. In the gallery here, you'll find rotating exhibits that feature everything from paintings to photography. The facility also houses studios for artists to work in, great community art workshops and classes, and an archive of African American photography. There's also a digital media production facility on site, where artists can edit and work on their films, sound, and digital mastering. Documentary Arts was founded in 1985 by Alan Govenar, an artist, folklorist, filmmaker, and photographer who wanted a place where the arts could be supported and appreciated in the community. More »

Empty Walls Gallery

This popular gallery offers a variety of art pieces, ranging from contemporary to aboriginal to abstract. They've been in business since 1979, and specialize in providing original paintings and prints and signed one-of-a-kind pieces, as well as antique bookplate etchings. In addition to offering a great selection of artwork, Empty Walls Gallery also provides quality custom framing services and offers an array of fabrics, mats, and frames to choose from. More »

Fair Park

Fair Park is the largest cultural center in Dallas, and encompasses over 270 acres of parkland, museums, and performance venues. Most of the Art Deco-style buildings and facilities were built for the 1936 Texas Centennial Exposition, and the whole park is now listed as a National Historic Landmark. Some of the venues that are located in Fair Park include the Hall of State, the Margo Jones Theater, the Dallas Aquarium, the African American Museum, the Dallas Museum of Nature and Science, and many others. The wildly popular State Fair of Texas also takes place here each year, utilizing exhibit space in many of the buildings, as well as expanding the Midway area, which includes amusement rides and one of the largest Ferris wheels in the United States. More »

Freedman's Cemetery Memorial

This memorial serves as a memory of the former slaves that were once buried in the Freedman Cemetery. The cemetery was established in the 1860s near the settlement of Freedman's town, and many of the remains and graves were removed (or paved over) during a highway expansion in the 1940s. Finally, in the 1990s, a memorial was built on the site of the former cemetery to commemorate the former slaves who were buried here, thanks in part to the large-scale fund raising efforts by the Freedman's Foundation, which raised about $2 million to construct the memorial. More »

Frontiers of Flight Museum

Explore the history and evolution of flight at this great interactive museum. You'll see exhibits that cover the early aviators of the 1920s-1930s (the "Golden Years of Flight"), artifacts and stories from World War II-era aviation, and displays about the future of flight and aerospace. One of the most unique and popular exhibits here is called "Lighter than Air", and focuses on hydrogen blimps and their technology, history, and fate. The museum also puts on educational workshops and programs that cover topics in the museum, as well as additional themes such as rocket science. Visitors can also sign up to take a guided tour of the museum, which is a good way to get a more in-depth education about aviation and the museum's various exhibits. More »

Galleria Dallas

Opened after the Galleria in Houston, this monument to retail magnificence has been a prime destination for generations of shoppers. A recent, multi-million-dollar renovation gave it a sprucing up to lure the crowds that may have been distracted by newer, flashier shopping centers. Big name stores to note here include Macy's, Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue, and the glitzy names among specialty stores include Tiffany & Co., Versace, Armani, Louis Vitton, BCBG, Cartier and Gucci. Numerous restaurants are on site, and valet parking is available thanks to the adjacent Westin Hotel. More »

Gilley's

The storied Gilley's in Pasadena was the setting for the hit 1980s movie called Urban Cowboy, but it closed years ago. This Dallas version has grown beyond the honky-tonk confines to be a multi-purpose entertainment center, hosting country music, along with jazz and boxing events. More »

Grapevine Vintage Railroad

Hop aboard a historic locomotive for a tour of the Cotton Belt Route, which travels between the city of Grapevine and the Fort Worth Stockyards. The vintage trains include a 1896 steam locomotive dubbed "Puffy", which is remarkable as being considered the oldest continuously operating steam engine in the South, along with a 1953 GP-7 diesel locomotive. The 21-mile route allows passengers to experience the grandeur of train travel from the old days of the West. The locomotives are furnished in authentic Victorian-style decor to complete the vintage train experience. More »

Greenville Avenue

Greenville Avenue is most commonly split into three parts--upper Greenville, lower Greenville, and Lowest Greenville. Lowest Greenville is home to a unique array of residents and businesses, which include ethnic restaurants, clubs, music venues, and bars. Lowest Greenville is one of the most popular places to go for a night out on the town due to its casual atmosphere and eclectic array of dining and shopping options. Lower Greenville mixes cozy dining and shopping options with its antique 1920s character and architecture. Upper Greenville is part of the route of the annual St. Patrick's Day parade, and although there are still good bars and restaurants in this area, they're more spread out and tend to be a bit more upscale. More »

Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge

Roughly two hours north of Dallas on Lake Texoma, which is a giant reservoir formed by the damming of the Red River, this national wildlife preserve is a favorite destination for birders. Hiking is popular around the wild lands, too, where there are plenty of marshes that attract migratory birds in the winter months. More »

Heritage Farmstead Museum

This historic 1891 farmstead was once the home of businessman Hunter Farrell, his wife Mary Alice, and daughter Ammie. It is a practical 365-acre homestead that consisted of the main house, barns, and various outbuildings, and in 1928 (after the Farrell's divorce), Mary Alice and Ammie undertook full control of the farm. When Ammie passed away in 1972, the homestead and farm was given over to the Plano Heritage Museum, which presented the restored home and farm to the public after seven years of preservation work. Today, the museum serves as a living history facility for visitors who want to learn about farm life in the 19th century; it is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Guests are treated to docent-led tours, where they'll experience various aspects of the farm, such as blacksmithing, tending to the chickens and other animals, visiting the one-room schoolhouse, and more. More »

Homestead Winery

Established in 1983 by Gabe and Barbara Parker, the Homestead Winery is located in the Red River Valley and is known for its rich, full-bodied wines. The tasting room is located in a beautiful Victorian house in the town of Grapevine, and not only features great wines to taste, but also a country-style charm that is comfortable and casual. The winery produces a wide variety of wines (under the direction of their winemaker, Dr. Roy Mitchell), including Syrah, Merlot, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and others. If you're touring the lush Red River Valley region, Homestead Winery should definitely be a stop on your itinerary. More »

J. Erik Jonsson Central Public Library

This central library in the Dallas Public Library system is named after one of the city's former mayors and most generous philanthropists, J. Erik Jonsson. The building encompasses about 114,000 square feet and officially opened its doors in 1982. It is notable for its technologically-advanced features, as it was one of the pioneers in the online public access catalog, and it also offers great audiovisual capabilities. The library system in Dallas is comprised of 25 branch libraries that circulate about 2.5 million volumes of books, videos, magazines, and other materials throughout its facilities. More »

John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial

This impressive memorial is dedicated to the memory of the United States' 35th president, John Fitzgerald Kennedy. On November 22, 1963, JFK was assassinated while riding in a motorcade in Dallas. Today, the memorial stands about 200 yards from where the former president was shot, and is a somber reminder of one of the country's best-loved leaders. The memorial is an open granite cube-shaped structure, and is an inviting place to sit peacefully and contemplate. More »

Knox-Henderson

Crossing North Central Expressway just a short distance north of downtown, this retail thoroughfare is Knox Street to the west of the freeway and Henderson to the east. The mixture of vintage brick buildings and contemporary structures is a good example of the urban renewal that fills Dallas' older neighborhoods. More »

La Buena Vida Vineyards - Grapevine

For more than a decade La Buena Vida Vineyards in Grapevine has lured thirsty locals and visitors to North Texas with its fresh approach to wine tasting. Pay homage to Bacchus (the Roman god of wine) in its calm, accommodating atmosphere complete with Spanish-tiled fountains and lush landscaping. Post up at the turn of the century bar inside and taste award winning Texas wines. Wine gets better with age as does La Buena Vida, staying true to the Texas history of viticulture spanning three centuries. The risk of anything but fun is low at La Buena Vida's Sippin' Saturdays held weekly. The alluring sounds of live music intermingle with chill conversations as patrons wine down at Dallas-Fort Worth's best kept wine secret. The Vineyards also serve as a tranquil escape from the daily grind and can be a place to pick up some knowledge on wine. Qualified "wineologists" hook up customers with interesting tid-bits of information such as the difference between crisp and creamy vino. More »

Las Colinas Urban Center

Exxon, Zales Jewelers and hundreds of other corporations call the contemporary business complex in Irving home. Carefully landscaped with a lake and canal, Las Colinas rises from ranchlands northwest of Dallas, with easy convenience to DFW Airport. More »

Legends of the Game Baseball Museum

If you're a baseball fan, this museum is for you! There are many interactive exhibits here that give insight into the history, heritage, and stories behind America's favorite pastime. You'll see things such as old baseball uniforms, cards, equipment, trophies, and more. Some of the items on display here are on loan from the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York, and some are part of the museum's own permanent collection. In addition to great exhibits and memorabilia, the museum also features great entertaining activities such as finding the sweet spot on a bat, taking an up-close look at the layers of a baseball, and determining a batting average. More »

Lone Star Park

Located between Dallas and Fort Worth in Grand Prairie, the Lone Star Park is a great horse racing facility featuring both Thoroughbred races and Quarter Horse races. The racing season generally lasts from April through July each year and there are off-season simulcast races here as well. The Grandstand of Lone Star Park includes a variety of levels, suites, terraces seats, and track-side seating for racing fans. There is a clubhouse, dining terraces, lounges, and penthouse suites available for those looking for a posh day at the races. More »

Majestic Theatre

Established during the Vaudeville Era of entertainment, the Majestic Theatre first opened its doors in 1921 and has played host venue to a variety of musical, theatrical, and other celebrity acts over the years. The theater went on to become a movie palace and hosted movie premiers and showed all of the latest flicks to the residents of Dallas. The theater which can seat up to 1,704 patrons, closed its doors in 1976 and changed hands of ownership over to the City of Dallas. After years of renovation and restoration, the theater became listed on the National Register of Historic Places re-opened in 1983. Today, the theater serves as a performing arts center and remains an opulent and popular venue featuring a grand staircase it ins foyer, the Terrace Room for private events, and the an interior of baroque design details. More »

McFarlin Auditorium

Southern Methodist University's McFarlin Auditorium plays host to many of the university's most significant events including commencement, graduation, lectures, and other programs and events. The auditorium opened on the SMU campus in 1926 to serve as a chapel that would accommodate the school's student body. Today, the school has far outgrown its earlier size, but the auditorium remains the premier venue for events and entertainment on campus and has a seating capacity of over 2,000. More »

McKinney Avenue Contemporary

Popularly known as The MAC, the McKinney Avenue Contemporary is located in Uptown Dallas and is known for its display of experimentation of contemporary art. The massive 18,000-square-foot art space was once home to the Potts Longhorn Leather Company and often features daring and innovative displays of contemporary art from both local and international artists as well as both emerging and established artists. The MAC was established in 1994 and has been a successful venue for visual art exhibitions, lectures, and performances. More »

McKinney Avenue Trolley

Hop aboard the McKinney Avenue Trolley for a free ride on the historic cars that serve the popular Dallas neighborhood, Uptowon. The trolley cars run year round taking riders along a three-mile stretch of McKinney Avenue from Downtown Dallas to Uptown with several stops along the way. Some of the city's best attractions are only steps from the trolley stops including the Magnolia Theatre, Shops at The Crescent, the Dallas Museum of Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center, and the Dallas World Aquarium. More »

Meadows Museum

Home to an extensive collection of fine Spanish art, the Meadows Museum is located on the Southern Methodist University campus and is a part of the SMU Meadows School of the Arts. The collection was donated to the school from the prominent Dallas businessman and art aficionado, Algur H. Meadows, who took a liking to Spanish art during visits to Madrid in the 1950s. The Meadows Museum opened to the public in 1965 thanks to the Meadows Foundation and has been one of the best collections of Spanish art outside of Spain representing some of the region's best and most historic artists. Peruse the permanent collection or visit the museum for one of its many temporary displays for a thorough look at Spanish art ranging from works on paper, paintings, and sculpture. More »

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Home of the Dallas Symphony, the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center was established in 1989 and is a landmark building in Downtown Dallas skyline. The center is known for its stellar acoustics and state-of-the-art facilities. The McDermott Concert Hall is located within the center and features a European shoebox-style music chamber for ultimate intimacy between performers and the audience. The masterpiece of the center is the Herman W. and Amelia H. Lay Family Concert Organ, which soars to the full height of the concert chamber and is one of the largest mechanical organs ever built with 4,535 pipes. The Symphony Center offers two upscale restaurants in the center making for a full night of entertainment. For those interested in the technology and details behind the curtain, the center offers Performance Preludes, in which ticketed guests can come early to learn everything about the theater and other design details. The center plays host to the local Dallas Symphony in addition to other musical performances and events year round. More »

Museum of Nature & Science

The Museum of Nature & Science is an extensive collection of buildings and museum exhibits located in the Fair Park neighborhood of Downtown Dallas. In 2006, three of the area's best educational museums merged to form this great museum. The Museum of Nature & Science's foundations came from the Dallas Museum of Natural History, The Science Place, and the Dallas Children's Museum. This complex is a great place for children as much of the museum's exhibits are hands-on and inspire discovery. Exhibits run the full range of science and natural history with topics including the Ice Age, Paleontology Lab, Wildlife Dioramas, Putting DNA to Work, Lagoon Nature Walk, and even a Little Urban Farm. There is also a massive IMAX movie theater and a fascinating planetarium. More »

Museum of the American Railroad

Step back in time at this museum to an era when railroad travel was king. You'll see dozens of pieces of railroad equipment here, including engines, locomotives, bells, photographs, posters, and other items. You'll find many of the smaller memorabilia and artifact-type items located in the depot house, and the locomotives and train cars kept outside in the yard. A sampling of the trains here includes a complete World War II passenger train, Pullman sleeping cars, dining cars, a railway post office, and more. If you're at all interested in the railroad history of the United States, this museum is a great place to explore. More »

Music Hall at Fair Park

This grand venue was established in 1925 and is located in Fair Park, east of Downtown Dallas. The Music Hall at Fair Park features a beautiful architectural style of Spanish Baroque with Moorish influences and six towers rising from the dramatic structure. Although the building has sustained a few renovations of its interior along with the additions of the Crystal Terrace Restaurant and expansions of the lobby and grand foyer, the venue remains a local favorite for concerts, events, and performances. The Hall offers a seating capacity of 3,420 and plays host to Broadway musicals, opera and ballet productions, in addition to concerts and other frequent events. More »

Mustangs of Las Colinas

Located in Williams Plaza, the Mustangs of Los Colinas is a larger-than-life collection of sculptures of a herd of nine Mustang horses galloping through a pond of water and plaza. The amazing feat was created by the famed wildlife sculptor Robert Glen and is considered one of the largest equestrian sculptures in the world. The piece was commissioned by Ben Carpenter who transformed his family's ranch into a housing development where the statue lives in the central plaza. The artist completed the castings in England in 1981 and by 1984, the sculpture was placed in the plaza, where they've been a local landmark in the community gathering place ever since. More »

Nasher Sculpture Center

The Nasher Sculpture Center is widely considered the largest single collection of sculpture in the world. Begun by a Dallas developer in the 1950s with a few pieces of pre-Columbian art found in Mexico, the collection now encompasses a great many works by living artists. Indoor and outdoor galleries feature work by well-known names, including Picasso, Miro, Moore, and Matisse. An on-site cafe adds to the visiting pleasure.
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National Scouting Museum

Opened in New Jersey in 1959 and moved to Kentucky in 1986, the scouting museum found a permanent, spectacular new home in Irving in 2002. Its purpose is to preserve the scouting heritage and story while illustrating the influence and impact of the Boy Scouts of America on our culture. More »

Nokia Theatre At Grand Prairie

With a seating capacity of 6,350 and its top-notch facilities, the Nokia Theatre at Grand Prairie is one the Dallas and Fort Worth area's best performance venues. The Nokia Theatre caters to performers of all kinds from music concerts to comedians to Broadway theatrical productions. The facility opened in 2002 and has been a local favorite for large-scale venues ever since. More »

Old Red Museum of Dallas County History and Culture

Housed in the landmark Old Red Courthouse, the Old Red Museum of Dallas County History and Culture is a great place to immerse in the heritage of Dallas. The Old Red Museum showcases many of the city's most historical artifacts in its exhibit galleries. The museum is located in the heart of Downtown Dallas, next to the JFK Memorial and Dealey Plaza. The historic red building was built in 1892 and features interesting architectural features including terra cotta gargoyle-like creatures perched over the building's corners, a restored clock tower, stained glass windows, and the Old Red Dallas County Courthouse original courtroom. This is the place to go for anyone looking to peer into the city's past and learn about everything Dallas has to offer from its early years to its pop culture status. More »

Olde Fan Museum

This collection of antique and unique fans is part of The Fan Man company that specializes in restoration, repair, and reproduction of classic fans. Housed in a 4,000-square-foot facility in the Lakewood neighborhood of Dallas, the Olde Fan Museum showcases over 600 fans of all varieties. From early electric fans from the late 1800s to water and fuel powered fans, this museum has it all and for any fan connoisseurs, most of the collection here is also for sale. More »

Pegasus Historic Sign

Located atop the Dallas skyscraper the Magnolia Hotel, the Pegasus Historic Sign is a true local landmark in Dallas. The bright red Pegasus is the long-established symbol for the Mobil Oil Company, which was once called Magnolia Oil whose headquarters were at this historic Dallas building. The logo features a rotating red winged horse brightly lit over the city's skyline and is a local icon. More »

Pioneer Plaza

Located on just over four acres outside of the Dallas Convention Center and City Hall is Pioneer Plaza. The landmark plaza features a mesmerizing collection of lifelike cattle bronze sculptures depicting a cattle drive. The collection features 49 longhorn cattle along with three cowboys on horseback in honor of the historic cattle drives that are a deep part of the history of Dallas. The local landmark art piece was created by artist Robert Summers. Pioneer Plaza is one of the largest outdoor spaces in Downtown Dallas and is a local gathering and meeting place in the heart of the city. More »

Reunion Tower

Soaring above the Dallas cityscape is the 560-foot Reunion Tower. The landmark building is a distinctive feature in the Dallas skyline and is about 50 stories high. The tower was built in 1978 as part of the Hyatt Regency Hotel complex and was part of a larger urban redevelopment project across Dallas. Visitors can ride a quick elevator to the observation deck at the top of the tower where Wolfgang Puck has one of his signature restaurants called Five Sixty, named after the height of the tower. More »

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Grand Prairie

Ripley's Believe It or Not is perfect for those who love everything wacky and weird. The popular franchise has a location in Grand Prairie, between Dallas and Fort Worth and is a fun family attraction. As with all of the other Ripley's Believe It or Not! museums, they focus on the oddities in the "odditorium tradition" with each museum exhibiting the strange, the shocking, and the beautiful. The fun is found in 11 galleries of the bizarre with over 10,000 square-feet of wacky exhibits, unbelievable illusions, and interactive displays. Here you'll also have access to walk through Ripley's Enchanted Mirror Maze, which will leave your senses distorted. Other Ripley attractions in Grand Prairie include Louis Tussaud's Waxworks featuring lifelike wax figures of famous people as well as Ripley's Laser Race. More »

Samuell-Grand Park

Located adjacent to Tenison Park just east of the city center of Dallas is the scenic Samuell-Grand Park. The park features acres of rolling hills, sporting fields, a public swimming pool, and plenty of trails popular for hiking, jogging, and biking. The park's Samuell-Grand Amphitheater hosts the Shakespeare Festival during the summer with outdoor evening performances. More »

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor

This popular amusement park is located outside of Dallas in Arlington and offers a great rides for both thrill-seekers and families alike. Like its neighboring sister theme park Six Flags Over Texas, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor features fun rides but with a water-theme twist. Chose from water slides, lazy rivers, and beach-like swimming spots. Hurricane Harbor proves to be an excellent way to spend a hot summer day cooling off and having fun in the water adventures. Rides here range from maximum-thrill to more relaxed and milder options for the little ones. This park is generally only open during the summer months. More »

Six Flags Over Texas

Six Flags Over Texas is any thrill-seeker's best choice for amusement parks in the Dallas area. Located in Arlington, Six Flags sits on a sprawling six acres and offers about 50 different rides to chose from. All of the rides at this park are ranked with a thrill rating including mild, moderate, and max--catering to the most adventurous right down to the smaller children in tow. Get your adrenaline rushing on rides such as the Texas Giant, which is considered the top wooden roller coaster that soars 14 stories and goes a whopping 62 miles per hour, or try the ever-popular Batman The Ride and the thrilling Superman: Tower of Power. Beyond the exciting rides, Six Flags Over Texas also offers a great line up of nightly entertainment from concerts during its Summer Concert Series to a Glow in the Park Parade. The opening hours of the park vary greatly throughout the year, so be sure to check when the park is open before purchasing tickets. More »

Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

As the name of this museum implies, this fascinating museum is located on the sixth and seventh floors of the historic Dealey Plaza in the heart of Downtown Dallas. The museum is dedicated to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, which took place in Dallas on November 22, 1963. The significance of the museum's location is that it is from this floor of the building where evidence proved the shots that killed the president on that tragic day came from. The turn of the century era building was, at the time, used as Texas School Book Depository where Lee Harvey Oswald was employed. Through its extensive exhibits and collections, the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealy Plaza aims to education about the events leading up the assassination as well as the world's reaction to the shocking event and the affects of its aftermath. There are a number of temporary exhibits at the museum that showcase different aspects of Kennedy's life and other related topics including chaos in politics, relevant photographs, and documentaries. This great historic museum was established in 1989 and remains a significant Dallas museum. More »

South Dallas Cultural Center

More than just a community gathering place, the South Dallas Cultural Center is a full fledged arts center complete with a theater, visual arts gallery, and studios for dance, ceramics, photography, and more. The Center was established by the City of Dallas to serve the arts community of African American residents of Dallas. The facility became a reality in 1982 and is a large 24,000-square-foot complex dedicated to the local arts community and offers services such as a recording studio and educational classes and programs. Check with the events calender for any upcoming public happenings at this great cultural center. More »

Southern Methodist University

Southern Methodist University is a small private university with a focus on the liberal arts. Located in the University Park suburb of Dallas, SMU was founded in 1911 as part of the Methodist Episcopal Church of the South with other campus locations in Plano, Texas as well as Taos, New Mexico. The university has a student population totaling about 11,000. SMU's seven schools of study include humanities and sciences, business, the performing, visual, and communication arts, engineering, education and human development, law, and theology. More »

Southfork Ranch

Southfork Ranch is a little slice of Hollywood in Dallas, as it was the exterior filming location for the very popular Dallas television series. The sprawling ranch is located in the town of Parker, which lies northeast of Dallas. The home was originally built in 1970 and was known as Duncan Acres. Today, the ranch is owned by Forever Resorts and is used as an event and conference center. Its television fame hasn't died out yet though, and the ranch continues to be a popular attraction on the tourist trail offering guided tours to fans. There is a great visitor center here offering plenty of show collectibles and other gifts. The tour includes visits tot he Ewing Mansion, the museum-like Dallas Legends exhibit, and a tram ride around the ranch with views of the longhorns and quarter horses. The ranch also offers Chuckwagon Dinners complete with a tour of the mansion and home and a unique camp dinner in a covered wagon. Southfork Ranch is also used frequently for weddings, special events, and private parties. More »

Stockyards Station

Stockyards Station occupies a corner of the Stockyards National Historic District that once served as livestock pens in the late 1800s. The old clay brick walkways are still in place, but the complex has been renovated to house a number of shops, restaurants, watering holes, and galleries. The Stockyards Visitors Center sits adjacent to the station, with a small children?s amusement park features a lovely old carousel and several other rides behind it. A few steps beyond is a livery stable, where you can saddle up to ride a horse along the Trinity River. Through the middle of Stockyards Station are train tracks, where you can board the Grapevine Vintage Railroad for a nostalgic round trip to and from the nearby city of Grapevine. More »

Swiss Avenue Historic District

Located northeast of Downtown Dallas, the Swiss Avenue Historic District is a beautifully preserved stretch of historic homes representing a variety of architectural styles. The homes date back to the turn-of-the century and include designs ranging from Craftsman and Prairie to Neoclassical and Mediterranean. Swiss Avenue itself is a charming tree-lined boulevard with about 200 masterly restored homes. The district, which represents a 2.5-mile stretch of Swiss Avenue between Fitzhugh and LaVista, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974, which then prompted the preservation many other Dallas neighborhoods. This area was first developed as part of the 300-acre Munger Place Development in 1905. More »

Texas Motor Speedway

Just like most things in Texas, the Texas Motor Speedway facility is big! Owned and operated by Speedway Motorsports, Inc, the speedway measure 1.5 miles and is similar to those found in Charlotte, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. The facility first opened in 1996 and plays host to major racing events including NASCAR and IndyCar series. Race fans can tour the Texas Speedway and tour highlights include visits to the pit road, luxury suites, victory lane, and occasionally track laps. Speedway World is the on-site massive store with plenty of merchandise for fans. More »

Thanks-Giving Square

Thanks-Giving Square is a triangle-shaped open space park nestled in between the skyscrapers of downtown Dallas. The space was developed in the 1960s and '70s as a place in the heart of the city to celebrate the value of Thanksgiving. The most prominent feature of Thanks-Giving Square is the spiral-shaped chapel with colorful stained glass windows. The chapel along with the waterfalls and gardens throughout the park serve to represent all the different world religions and is meant to be a place for people of any culture to gather and give thanks. The square is a tranquil oasis set amongst the surrounding busy city. More »

Trammell & Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art

This museum showcases a vast collection of fine art from all over Asia ranging from paintings and sculptures to furniture and historical pieces. The Trammell & Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art is located in the Arts District in the heart of downtown Dallas and is located other notable Dallas art institutions including the Dallas Museum of Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center, and the Meyerson Symphony Center. The Crow Collection is comprised of an impressive collection of galleries all focused on Asian Art. Beyond the permanent collection, the museum hosts a variety of temporary exhibits. Anyone with a curiosity in Asian history, culture, and art won't want to miss this fantastic collection, which is free to visit. More »

Union Station

A beautiful relic from long-ago Dallas, Union Station was built in 1916 in the Beaux Arts style to serve rail passengers as Dallas began to boom as a financial center of the Southwest. A major facelift in the 1990s restored it to its original elegance, and the station continues to serve Amtrak and DART light-rail passengers. It's connected to the Hyatt Reunion and Reunion Tower. More »

Victory Park

Anchored by the American Airlines Center -- or AAC, as it's commonly called by the throngs regularly attending Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars games -- Victory Park is a $1 billion project and is expected to be one of the most dynamic urban centers to open in the nation. The 72-acre spread will host Dallas' first W Hotel & Residences, which will be topped by the "ultra lounge" Ghost Bar. LED screens will show videos on the sides of two five-story retail buildings; among noted dining destinations will be Craft, a famous New York import. Victory will be connected to the rest of Dallas by DART light-rail, and the center will be the terminus of the Katy Trail, a hike-bike trail coursing through central Dallas and eastward to White Rock Lake. More »

West End

Tucked in between skyscrapers in downtown Dallas is the historic West End district. The neighborhood's signature characteristics include renovated historic buildings along tree-lined streets and an overall updated and modern atmosphere. Many of the old warehouses and store fronts from the turn of the century have been converted into entertainment venues, shops, and restaurants, creating an eclectic neighborhood. Established venues and restaurants draw Dallas residents to this bustling district from morning until late-night and many of the city's best events and attractions are all within a short radius of the West End. More »

West Village

Located in Uptown Dallas, West Village is a multifunctional urban oasis of residences, shopping, dining, and entertainment. The upscale community caters to prosperous residents and visitors with vibrant lounges, cafes, and boutiques. This urban community was developed in 2001 with upcoming expansions planned for the future. More »

White Rock Lake

White Rock Lake is a great lake surrounded by a city park in the heart of Dallas. The 1,015-acre lake offers over nine miles of lakeside trails, including a trail that completely loops around the lake, perfect for hiking, jogging, or biking. The scenic lake and surrounding wetlands are also a Audubon Society-designated bird watching area. During spring and summer, the lake becomes a popular fishing destination and has a number of fishing piers for visitors. On the northeastern shore of the lake, there is the Bath House Cultural Center which houses the White Rock Lake Museum. More »