Dallas, TX

Explore this free general art museum in the Arts District, housing over 24,000 works spanning 5,000 years. Its collections of contemporary art, American painting, and African gold are particularly noteworthy.

See the city from a new perspective by renting a kayak or paddleboard at Trinity River Audubon Center or REI's Dallas location. The Trinity River Paddling Trails offer a peaceful escape minutes from downtown.

Venture south of the Trinity to the Bishop Arts District and beyond for some of the city's most authentic and inventive tacos. Spots like Trompo, El Come Taco, and Revolver Taco Lounge are essential stops.

Wander 66 acres of stunning display gardens on the shores of White Rock Lake. It's a year-round spectacle, famous for its autumn pumpkin village and springtime Dallas Blooms festival with half a million blooms.

More than just produce, this revitalized market in The Cedars features local vendors, artisan foods, and ready-to-eat offerings in The Shed. It's a great spot to taste local flavors and find unique gifts.

Feel the electric energy of Dallas sports at the American Airlines Center. Cheer on the NHL's Dallas Stars for a fast-paced hockey game or the NBA's Dallas Mavericks for thrilling basketball.

The birthplace of Dallas's jazz and blues scene is now a gritty, creative hub. By day, it's a street art gallery and boutique haven. By night, it pulses with live music venues, eclectic bars, and some of the city's best restaurants.

A sleek, high-rise neighborhood known for its vibrant nightlife on McKinney Avenue, upscale shopping, and trendy dining. The Katy Trail runs through it, connecting residents and visitors to parks and cafes for an active, urban lifestyle.

Located in Oak Cliff, this walkable village-like area feels like a small town within the city. It's packed with independent boutiques, chef-driven restaurants, wine bars, art galleries, and historic theaters, all housed in charming renovated buildings.

A 68-acre, 19-block downtown district that is the largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation. It's home to the Dallas Museum of Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center, the Meyerson Symphony Center, and the Winspear Opera House.

Affluent, incorporated enclaves surrounded by Dallas, known for their stunning mansions, manicured lawns, and top-tier shopping at Highland Park Village. Southern Methodist University's beautiful campus anchors the area.