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Things to do in Dallas, TX 🤠
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Outdoor Activities
Paved walking path in town! Always buzzing and a great way to get some movement in around uptown/downtown. Plenty of areas to stop off for coffee or food along the way. Lots of cute dogs, too!
The Katy Trail
The lake is a 3-mile loop and a popular place to go for a walk, run, or bike ride. There are water activities available including kayaks and a boat ride. Popular place for those looking to experience a little more nature while in Dallas
White Rock Lake | Dallas Parks, TX - Official Website
Great place to spend time outdoors! Family friendly with grassy areas to enjoy a picnic in the shade. Tons of activities for kids.
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
Dog park by white rock lake! Has a big dog and small dog section, plus a water ramp for swimming
White Rock Lake Dog Park
Smaller neighborhood dog park run by community church. Love going here!
Devonshire Dog Park - Dallas, TX 75209
Paved walking trail that’s popular in uptown/downtown. Lots of walkers, runners and dog walkers! Plenty of fun places to stop along the way for food or drinks
The Katy Trail
There is a paved walking trail that’s close to a 3-mile loop around the lake. Great spot to get out and move your legs a little! Popular with cyclists too
White Rock Lake | Dallas Parks, TX - Official Website
This is the biggest farmers market in town with both indoor and outdoor booths
Dallas Farmers Market
The Saint Michael’s Farmers Market is an all-edible, award-winning, non-profit market in the heart of Dallas.
Saint Michael’s Farmers Market is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit Farmers Market where local farmers, ranchers and food artisans sell directly to o...
St. Michaels Farmers Market
If you want to hang out right in the middle of the city, go here. It’s literally a park built on top of a freeway — so cool — and there’s always something happening: food trucks, live music, yoga classes, kids running around the playground. Great spo...
Klyde Warren Park
This is the place to go if you need a long walk, a run, or just want to sit by the water and chill. It’s a huge lake with trails all the way around and some gorgeous sunset spots. I like packing snacks and hanging out on the dock — super peaceful.
White Rock Lake Park
Feels like you left Dallas without actually leaving. There are miles of hiking trails with trees, wildflowers, and a little bit of uphill to get your heart rate up. Perfect if you’re craving nature and don’t want to hear cars for a while.
Cedar Ridge Preserve
This one’s small but so pretty. It’s all shady paths, green lawns, and the creek running through. I love coming here with a coffee and just walking around — it’s quiet, calm, and right near some of the cutest neighborhoods.
Turtle Creek Conservancy
Big, classic Dallas park — think picnic tables, trails, sports fields, and plenty of space to spread out. It’s not as busy as the others, so it’s a great choice if you just want to toss a frisbee or go for a walk without big crowds.
Kiest Park
This one’s super family-friendly. There’s a splash pad the kids will love in the summer, pickleball courts if you’re into that, and a nice open field for playing around. It’s the perfect ‘let’s burn some energy’ stop if you’ve got kids in tow.
Lake Highlands North Recreation Center
This is one of my favorites for its balance: big, thoughtful play structures, ADA-compliant equipment (so kids of different abilities can join in), great shade, and it feels clean and cared for. Also, nice green space around so you’re not stuck just ...
Facilities • Flagpole Hill Park
This one’s nice if you want something newer & more fancy. It sits right in the PGA Golf Park and has more modern playground equipment + fitness-park mix. Great place if kids want to climb / explore + parents want something pleasant to walk around...
PGA Golf Park Playground: Frisco, TX - Family Destination
This is a go-to when you want a real mix: playgrounds, open green space, tennis, a pond, and even a pond you can fish in. It’s big enough that kids can spread out and run, but not so big you get lost. The playgrounds are separated by age (2-5, 5-12),...
Facilities • Caruth Park
This one’s super nice — well-kept, shady in parts, with playgrounds + tennis + picnic spots. They also have lighted pickleball courts, which is great if you want to get a game in toward evening.
Facilities • Williams Park
Restaurants
Fast casual Tex-mex chain, a local fav!
Taco Joint
One of my favs! Great drinks, menu is 💯, and there’s several locations around town. Perfect for a date night or girls night out
Hudson House
Located directly across from the Arnoretum, it’s the perfect way to end your time there! Indoor and outdoor seating, great vibes and food
Smoky Rose
Local Mexican joint, known for being the “birthplace of the frozen margarita”
Great family friendly vibe, more casual
La Hacienda Ranch
Iconic place for fried chicken and home cooking! Located by SMU campus. Also has amazing breakfady
Bubba's Cooks Country - Dallas
Iconic Dallas spot! They serve everything family style, gooooood ol home cooking
Babe's Chicken Dinner House
Great option for bagels located near SMU’s campus!
Shug's Bagels
Best açaí and smoothie bowls!
Mamaka Bowls
Date Night Recs
A Dallas staple in lower Greenville that is perfect for a night out! They have a rooftop that’s always packed on the weekends too.
Terillis
Okay, if you’re in Park Cities or Preston Center and want somewhere a little fancy but not over the top, Il Bracco is solid. Italian-ish comfort food: handmade pastas, crispy artichokes, great meatballs, focaccia that you’ll fight over. Booths, a dec...
il Bracco
Great Mexican restaurant located in Preston Center. Great vibes and solid food overall!
Muchacho
This one feels-glamorous and classic Italian. Located in Highland Park Village, the decor leans upscale (“tuxedoed servers, opulent Italian decor”), and the energy is a little fancy without being intimidating. 
Food is Italian-American: house-made ...
Fachini
Coffee Shops
Multiple locations in Dallas! Texas-based company that is one of my go-tos for quality coffee and lattes
Dallas
Love their pour overs!
LDU Coffee To Go
Love their avo toast
La La Land Kind Café
Shopping
Best mall ever!
NorthPark Center