Dallas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dallas
Dallas
Dallas
George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum which includes interior views
Dallas

This Texas city lives up to its reputation as a spot where big things happen, from arts to professional sports and a downtown cattle drive.

Dallas is known around the world for its true position in the centre of the volatile U.S. oil industry and its fictionalized role in the long-running television drama, Dallas. Visit this iconic American city to appreciate its fascinating past and enjoy its exciting present.

Texas has a history of cowboys and cattle drives. See the past come to life in Dallas as dozens of lifelike bronze sculptures of longhorn cows and cowboys move across the landscape of Pioneer Plaza, driving down a hill, over a stream and past a waterfall. Speaking of cows…visit a different steakhouse every night to sample extraordinary Texas beef or find your favourite barbecue restaurant.

Look up from the cattle in the middle of the city to appreciate the contrast of modern Dallas, a very metropolitan city. Reunion Tower stands tall over Downtown Dallas. Climb to the GeO-Deck for a cocktail at sunset and gaze down to identify city landmarks.

One of the most popular tourist spots in Dallas is a very sombre location. The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza marks the spot in the former Texas School Book Depository building where an assassin waited to murder President John F. Kennedy in 1963. See photos and read information about this tragic event. Reflect for a few moments at the John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, a few blocks away.

The all-red Old Red Museum of Dallas County was once the courthouse, built in 1892. Step inside to learn about the history of the area. After your museum visit, start travelling north to choose from the varied attractions of the Dallas Holocaust Museum, Dallas World Aquarium, Perot Museum of Science and Nature, Dallas Museum of Art and Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Centre. Continue northeast to the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Bring a picnic to enjoy between tours of almost 20 different gardens.

Drive south of downtown to the Dallas Zoo or west to Arlington to watch the Dallas Cowboys play football.

Where to stay in Dallas

Reunion Tower showing a skyscraper, a city and a sunset

Downtown Dallas

3.5/5(47 area reviews)

Downtown Dallas is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Majestic Theater and Dallas World Aquarium. See more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Akard Station or Saint Paul & Federal Tram Stop.

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Las Colinas

4/5(5 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Toyota Music Factory while getting to know Las Colinas, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Hidden Ridge Station or Irving Convention Center Station to see more of the area.

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Uptown

5/5(1 area review)

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.

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Oak Lawn

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Oak Lawn is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like American Airlines Center and The Strip on Cedar Springs. See more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Cole & Lemmon Tram Stop or Cole & Hall Tram Stop.

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South Dallas

The restaurants and museums are just a few things visitors like about South Dallas. Dos Equis Pavilion and Cotton Bowl are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at MLK Jr. Station or Hatcher Station to get around the larger area.

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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.

Old East Dallas
Omni Dallas Hotel

Omni Dallas Hotel

4 out of 5
555 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX
The price is AU$364 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$364
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Dallas. Enjoy a full-service spa, 5 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,006 reviews)
"Friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Omni Dallas Hotel
Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown

Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown

4 out of 5
1401 Commerce St, Dallas, TX
The price is AU$213 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$213
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,322 reviews)
"The main issues we had were at check-in. It was OU/Texas weekend so it was very busy. With that in mind, they could've used more valets and there wasn't a luggage cart anywhere to be found. There were also only two front desk agents when the bulk of guests were checking in. Everyone working did great, ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

4 out of 5
8250 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX
The price is AU$245 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$245
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,337 reviews)
"The room was nice and in a great location. Not too walkable but with ride share and shuttles not a bother."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Canvas Hotel Dallas

Canvas Hotel Dallas

4 out of 5
1325 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX
Stay at this 4-star boutique aparthotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,710 reviews)
"Super cute hotel in South Dallas. The rooms were spacious and very well-maintained; the staff was attentive, and there was great art on the property. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Canvas Hotel Dallas
Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

5 out of 5
2821 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas, TX
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (767 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay very much! Excellent accommodations! Would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek
Hotel ZaZa Dallas

Hotel ZaZa Dallas

4.5 out of 5
2332 Leonard St, Dallas, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,659 reviews)
"Very cool. The shuttle was super handy."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Hotel ZaZa Dallas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Dallas

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Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 27%
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4 - Good 54%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 15%
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Just a big American city. Not much to see as a tourist. Find a local to show you Texas BBQ and good restaurants.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Stayed in Dallas but ended up travelling to Fort Worth Stockyards on 2 days. Beware toll roads around Dallas Fort Worth

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

JFK stuff is exceptional but Dallas has plenty of history Fortworth and cowboy shopping as good as

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Too many car parks in the central business district and not much street life probably as a consequence of too many people driving until the city

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

City large area with ugly buildings

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Dallas was a really sad place to visit. The homeless people in downtown is really upsetting and disturbing and is literally on every street corner outside every building. It’s incredibly noisy at night with sirens and emergency services constantly.

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