Beautiful green spaces for picnics, relaxation, or family outings in an urban setting
Klyde Warren Park
An iconic tower offering panoramic city views—great for photos and atmospheres
Reunion Tower
So fun and reasonable pricing!! Good for most ages!!
Museum of Illusions Dallas
Family friendly and is marketed more towards children but my husband and I like to go by ourselves too!
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Step into the Wild West with cattle drives, rodeo-style shows, Western-themed shops, and honky-tonk bars
Fort Worth Stockyards
A striking example of architecture by Louis Kahn, housing important pieces spanning eras and regions; the grounds are especially beautiful at dusk
Kimbell Art Museum
An urban oasis with three distinct pools—perfect to explore when it’s hot, especially magical when lit at night
Fort Worth Water Gardens
One of the nation’s best, known notably as the only U.S. zoo housing all four great ape species
Fort Worth Zoo
A huge 3,600-acre natural area with prairies, forests, wetlands, and even a bison herd—ideal for hiking and wildlife spotting
Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge
Aviation buffs will love this museum featuring a fully restored DC-3 and immersive exhibits at the south end of DFW Airport
CR Smith Museum
Explore the life and legacy of JFK in the very building from which he was assassinated
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
A massive entertainment complex with concerts, dining, movies, bowling—something always happening
Toyota Music Factory
Convenient rail service connecting Downtown Dallas to Fort Worth, passing key areas like the American Airlines Center
Trinity Railway Express
A trendy restaurant incubator where chefs test out bold new concepts. You can hop from spot to spot and try flavors you won’t find elsewhere in the city.
Trinity Groves
A funky neighborhood full of murals, independent boutiques, and unique eateries. Perfect for wandering and finding something unexpected—like pie at Emporium Pies or quirky cocktails at small bars
Bishop Arts District: Home
A peaceful lake just minutes from downtown where locals kayak, cycle, and picnic. The sunsets here are some of the best in Dallas.
White Rock Lake | Dallas Parks, TX - Official Website
An unpolished dive bar with legendary burgers and live country music. If you want to escape the “polished” vibe of Uptown, this is the real deal.
Adair's Saloon
Home to the State Fair of Texas, but outside fair season you can stroll and admire some of the largest collections of Art Deco buildings in the U.S
Art Deco at Fair Park
The brick-lined downtown square transforms with fountains, lights, and live entertainment—romantic and lively but not as packed as Dallas nightlife.
Sundance Square
The Japanese Garden is especially magical, with koi ponds and pagodas. Way less crowded than the Dallas Arboretum but just as beautiful.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
A spring-fed, sandy-beach swimming hole tucked inside the city. It’s nostalgic summer fun—rope swings, diving boards, and cool water.
Burgers Lake
A living history museum with pioneer-era cabins, crafts, and reenactors. Feels like stepping back in time, and it’s surprisingly quiet.
Log Cabin Village
Ride a 1920s Victorian-style train between Grapevine and the Fort Worth Stockyards. It’s charming, especially around holidays when themed rides run.
Grapevine Vintage Railroad
Street art lovers will love this spot—it’s a massive open-air gallery with bold, colorful works tucked behind warehouses.
The Foundry District
Free live outdoor concerts under the stars. A laid-back way to enjoy local music without paying big venue prices.
Levitt Pavilion
It’s like a “mini city” of entertainment—featuring one of the largest movie theaters in North America, a giant Ferris wheel (the Grandscape Wheel) with sweeping views, and a curated mix of dining and shopping you won’t find anywhere else in DFW. You ...
