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36 curated spots from Dallas itineraries

Activities & Attractions (16)

Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
Domorning

Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

Wander 66 acres of gardens, kids' adventure area, and seasonal displays.

2h 30m
$15/adult, $12/child
Klyde Warren Park
Doafternoon

Klyde Warren Park

Private picnic setup with chef-prepared gourmet spread amid urban greenery.

1h 30m
Free or private $400+
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Domorning

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

Explore interactive exhibits on dinosaurs, space, and engineering with hands-on labs.

3h
$20/adult, $13/child
Reunion Tower
Doevening

Reunion Tower

Ascend to the rotating GeO-Deck for 360-degree city views and multimedia displays.

1h
$23
AT&T Stadium Tour
Domorning

AT&T Stadium Tour

Luxury VIP tour including luxury suites, field access, and Cowboys memorabilia.

1h 30m
$50 or VIP $300+
Bishop Arts District
Doevening

Bishop Arts District

Private horse-drawn carriage tour of boutiques, galleries, and street art.

1h 30m
$100+ for private
Dallas Museum of Art
Domorning

Dallas Museum of Art

Explore vast collections of ancient artifacts, European masters, and contemporary works in the Arts District.

2h
Free
Dallas World Aquarium
Doafternoon

Dallas World Aquarium

Exotic animals, sharks, and interactive exhibits in a vibrant setting.

2h
$27/adult, $19/child
Deep Ellum Food Tour
Doafternoon

Deep Ellum Food Tour

Guided tasting of Tex-Mex, BBQ, and surprises with local stories.

2h
$98 per person
Deep Ellum Street Art
Doafternoon

Deep Ellum Street Art

Wander murals, graffiti walls, and vibrant neighborhood with live music venues.

1h 30m
Free
Deep Ellum Street Market
Domorning

Deep Ellum Street Market

Browse artisan stalls, food trucks, and live music; sample local crafts and bites.

1h 30m
$10-20 or Free
Nasher Sculpture Center
Domorning

Nasher Sculpture Center

Private guided tour of modern sculptures in lush gardens with wine reception.

1h 30m
$25 or private $300+
Pioneer Plaza
Domorning

Pioneer Plaza

Life-size bronze sculptures of cattle drives and historic trails near the convention center.

45m
Free
Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Doafternoon

Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

Exhibits on JFK assassination with artifacts, films, and plaza views.

2h
$18
The Joule Hotel Spa
Domorning

The Joule Hotel Spa

Couples' massage in the subterranean spa with pool and private suite.

2h
$500+ per couple
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Doafternoon

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

Exhibits on JFK assassination with audio tours and historic views.

2h
$18/adult, $9/child

Restaurants & Food (20)

Monarch
Eatevening

Monarch

Fine dining with steak and seafood; opt for family tasting menu.

2h 30m
$90-140 per person
Bread Winners Cafe
Eatmorning

Bread Winners Cafe

Avocado toast and quiche; garden patio seating.

1h
$20-35 per person
Capital Grill Dallas
Eatafternoon

Capital Grill Dallas

Steakhouse classics; dry-aged steaks and lobster mac for kids.

2h
$70-130 per person
Casual Dinner in Deep Ellum Post-Tour
Eatevening

Casual Dinner in Deep Ellum Post-Tour

Keep dinner light and low-key after the filling 5-course tour; pick a casual spot you discovered during the tour or a nearby taco stand or wine bar.

1h
$15-25 per person
Crown Block
Eatevening

Crown Block

Michelin Plate steakhouse atop AT&T Stadium; wagyu and skyline views with private booth.

2h
$200-300 per person
El Ranchito
Eatevening

El Ranchito

Tex-Mex tacos and margaritas; try carnitas.

1h 15m
$25-45 per person
Georgie
Eatafternoon

Georgie

Exciting modern fare like al pastor octopus and dry-aged duck in chic red booths.

1h 30m
$80-130 per person
Local Breakfast Spot in Design District
Eatmorning

Local Breakfast Spot in Design District

Start with fresh coffee and pastries at a Design District cafe before morning cooking class. Look for places featuring local Texas ingredients and artisan bread.

45m
$12-18 per person
Mamani
Eatevening

Mamani

Michelin-starred French contemporary bistro; order Dover sole with brown butter and Paris-Brest dessert.

2h 30m
$250-350 per person
Mister Charles
Eatafternoon

Mister Charles

Two-story French-Italian spot with dover sole in lobster beurre blanc and flaming desserts.

1h 30m
$100-140 per person
Nobu Dallas
Eatevening

Nobu Dallas

Upscale Japanese; try black cod miso and sushi rolls for sharing.

2h
$80-120 per person
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse
Eatevening

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

Premier steakhouse famed for perfectly cooked steaks and Chilean sea bass.

1h 30m
$80-130 per person
Pecan Lodge
Eatafternoon

Pecan Lodge

Legendary BBQ joint; order brisket, ribs, and family-style sides.

1h 30m
$40-70 per person
Pecan Lodge BBQ
Eatafternoon

Pecan Lodge BBQ

Brisket and ribs with house-made sauces; order the 2-meat plate.

1h 15m
$25-40 per person
Sixty Vines
Eatafternoon

Sixty Vines

Wine bar with farm-to-table dishes; family shares pizzas and salads.

1h 30m
$50-90 per person
Stillwell's
Eatafternoon

Stillwell's

Upscale steakhouse in Hôtel Swexan; prime cuts, truffle sides, and Texas wines by the fireside.

1h 30m
$200-300 per person
Tatsu Dallas
Eatevening

Tatsu Dallas

Michelin-starred Japanese omakase; surrender to the chef's seasonal tasting menu at the sushi counter.

2h
$300-400 per person
Tei-An
Eatmorning

Tei-An

Michelin-selected udon specialist; handmade noodles and sake flights in serene surrounds.

1h 15m
$100-150 per person
The French Room
Eatevening

The French Room

Opulent French fine dining in a renovated historic hotel with standout salmon and desserts.

2h
$120-150 per person
Theo's
Eatevening

Theo's

Mediterranean small plates like hummus and kebabs.

1h 30m
$30-50 per person

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