Oak Lawn Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
American Airlines Center
Catch an event at American Airlines Center during your trip to Dallas. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Visit three of the city’s most popular museums all at once in this combined facility for family entertainment and learning.
House of Blues Dallas
You can get tickets for a performance at House of Blues Dallas during your trip to Dallas. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this trendy area.
McKinney Avenue
With tonnes of cool shops, bars and restaurants — and a historic street car connecting it all — McKinney Avenue can feel both nostalgic and trendy.
Katy Trail
You can take time to visit Katy Trail during your travels to Dallas. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
The Strip on Cedar Springs
During your visit to Dallas, you can enjoy retail therapy at The Strip on Cedar Springs. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Dallas Reunion Tower Observation Deck Admission Tickets
JFK Assassination and Museum Tour with Lee Harvey Oswald Rooming House
Best of Fort Worth from Dallas & Fort Worth
Historic Dallas Downtown Solo Self Guided Walking Tour
Dallas: 1 or 2-Hour Electric Cruiser Open-Air Tour
Our pick of the best Oak Lawn Hotel Deals
Hotel ZaZa Dallas
Check-in wasn’t great, the guy wasn’t super friendly and definitely not knowledgeable of the area. The rooms and hotel was clean and nice so no issues there. Valet was CRAZY expensive and they charged for internet plus and extra $45-$50 in “service” fees on checkout.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Dallas Medical District Lovefield
The bathroom had hair at the floor the room in general was not clean will not come back here
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Dallas Medical-Market Center by IHG
Cuando llegué supuestamente me había la muchacha de recepcion cancelado la reservacion por problemas en el hotel con el aire acondicionado y todo era mentira al igual me cobraron el dinero sin yo estar hospedada
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
HYATT house Dallas/Uptown
Please notice the daily park fee is expensive and extra charge for this hotel when you plan your trip.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Warwick Melrose Dallas
I have stare at this location multiple times, and it is always beautiful, and always a delight. I felt this time the two ladies at the reception desk made me feel like they didn’t want me to be there. However, the gentleman at check out more than made up for it. He was fantastic!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dallas DFW Airport North
The room is gigantic, clean, and comfortable. The location of the hotel is great for a quick lay over in Dallas. However, if you are planning to visit the city, this might not be the hotel despite super cheap price. The only downside, the shower amenity is lacking in my opinion. They dont have the ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oak Lawn
Uptown
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Uptown. If sightseeing is on the list, American Airlines Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at McKinney & Routh Stop or McKinney & Fairmount Stop to see more of the area.
Dallas Design District
Ample dining options and great live music are well-reviewed features of Dallas Design District. Make a stop by top sights like Dallas Contemporary while you're exploring the area.
Old East Dallas
While you're in Old East Dallas, take in top sights like Old Deep Ellum Historic District or Knox-Henderson Shopping District, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Baylor Station or CityPlace - Uptown Station.
Highland Park
You'll enjoy the riverfront and shopping in Highland Park. You might want to make time for a stop at Highland Park Shopping Village or Knox-Henderson Shopping District.
Downtown Dallas
Downtown Dallas is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dallas City Hall and Majestic Theater. See more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Akard Station or Saint Paul & Federal Tram Stop.
Lower Greenville
Lower Greenville is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Knox-Henderson Shopping District and Granada Theater while you're in town.
