Yes, you'll need a car. Dallas is not a car-free city, nor is most of Texas. You most definitely need a car.
Dallas Hotels and Places to Stay
- Hyatt House Dallas/Uptown. Dallas, TX.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Dallas - Campbell Centre. Dallas, TX.
- The Beeman Hotel. Dallas, TX.
- Hotel ZaZa Dallas. Dallas, TX.
- W Dallas - Victory. Dallas, TX.
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dallas North Central. Dallas, TX.
- Omni Dallas Hotel.
- Fairmont Dallas.
Dallas Farmers Market
- Dallas Farmers Market. Downtown.
- Dallas World Aquarium. West End.
- Old Red Museum. Photo courtesy of Clay Coleman.
- Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. West End.
- Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum. West End.
- Dallas Museum of Art. Downtown.
- Reunion Tower. Downtown.
- Dallas Arts District. Downtown.
What makes a neighborhood walkable? A center: Walkable neighborhoods have a center, whether it's a main street or a public space. Pedestrian design: Buildings are close to the street, parking lots are relegated to the back. Schools and workplaces: Close enough that most residents can walk from their homes.
Fort Worth has a reputation as not being a “walkable” community, but that's not necessarily true. Pockets of the city are pedestrian-friendly with sidewalks and good access to public transportation. Our Trinity Trails network spans 80 miles across the city with foot and bike-traffic friendly sections.
Houston is the 21st most walkable large city in the US with 2,099,451 residents. Houston has some public transportation and is somewhat bikeable. Find apartments in Houston's most walkable neighborhoods: Neartown - Montrose, Midtown and Greenway - Upper Kirby.
Deep Ellum has always been a marginally safe area. The main streets with the rows of bars/clubs/restaurants are fine, but the alleys, parking lots and side streets can be pretty dark at night. Yes, there fairly frequent incidents of muggings and purse snatchings after dark.
Addison is very quiet, peaceful and safe to live in. The security around the city is very tight.
Addison is in Dallas County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Addison offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Addison there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Addison and residents tend to lean liberal.
The Best Things to Do in Uptown Dallas
- Jog or bike on the Katy Trail.
- Play arcade games and sing karaoke at Kung Fu Saloon.
- Have a hot dog with your dog at Mutt's.
- Sunday-funday on one of the many patios.
- Barhop along McKinney Avenue.
- Take the free trolley to the shops of West Village.
- Ride the mechanical bull at Trophy Room.
- Listen to live music at The Rustic.
'Downtown' Dallas is the area other parts of the country might call 'City Center'. Uptown is the area that developed as residential, towards and along the downtown side of Turtle Creek. The other side of Turtle Creek is referred to as Oak Lawn.
- Bishop Arts District. The Bishop Arts District, located 10 minutes south of downtown– is one of Dallas' most charming neighborhoods– filled
- Dallas Design District.
- Deep Ellum.
- Downtown.
- Fair Park.
- Greenville Avenue.
- Highland Park.
- Knox-Henderson.
10 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Dallas and Fort Worth
- Roam The Stockyards and the Stockyards Museum. Twice a day at 11:30 am and 4:30 pm, watch the spirit of the Old West come alive with an authentic cattle drive through the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards.
- Pioneer Plaza.
- Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie.
- Frisco RoughRiders.
- The Wild Detectives.
- Sundown at Granada.
The best areas to stay in Dallas
- Best area: Downtown Dallas. Downtown is definitely the best area to stay in Dallas if you are looking to be close to all of the city's attractions and not have to get around too much by car or public transport.
- Market Center.
- Dallas Love Field.
- Uptown Dallas.
- Dallas-Fort Worth Airport.
Perhaps the most famous sports team in the country calls Dallas home. The Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League are known as “America's Team” partly because of their 190 consecutive sell-outs. They also have 5 Super Bowl titles, and Forbes recently ranked them as the most valuable sports team in the world.
Regarding neighborhoods: The Arts District and Uptown being very safe. Downtown Dallas being safe. Deep Ellum and the West End being less safe. It may seem more quiet on the streets (and thus more unsafe) than a normal big city, but it is just that most people in Dallas do not walk to places (they drive).
These 14 Iconic Foods And Drinks In Dallas – Fort Worth Will Have Your Mouth Watering
- Chile con queso and chips (with a side of salsa, of course) Zach Copley/Flickr.
- Tex-Mex. aJ Gazmen/Flickr.
- Frito Pie. Jeremy Keith/Flickr.
- Chicken-fried steak and fried okra.
- Pecan pie.
- Pecan pralines.
- Fletcher's Corny Dog.
- Frozen margarita.
With this guide ready to go, you will find the best souvenirs available in Dallas, Texas, guaranteed.
- Texas Western Gear. Picture Credits: pixabay.com.
- Treasures of Texas. By Joe Haupt, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Candles and Home Fragrance. Picture Credits: pixabay.com.
- High Fashion Items.
- Unforgettable Chocolates.
- Unique Jewelry.
10 best free things to do in the Dallas area
- Guacamologist Experience at the Ritz-Carlton, Dallas. Uptown.
- Free Music at Adair's Saloon.
- Dallas Comedy House.
- Kitchen Dog Theater.
- Bureau of Engraving and Printing.
- Kimbell Art Museum.
- The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum: The Samurai Collection.
- Crow Museum of Asian Art.
Detailed List Of The Best Neighborhoods To Live In Dallas For 2020
| Rank | Neighborhood | Population |
|---|
| 1 | University Park | 24,259 |
| 2 | Highland Park | 8,797 |
| 3 | North Dallas | 40,893 |
| 4 | Bluffview | 15,001 |
