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Dallas, Texas: The Perfect Travel Guide
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items Let a local Dallasite give you the tips and tricks to all the best places in the city of Dallas. I have lived here almost my entire life, so I know a thing or two about Dallas.
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Where to Stay
Where to Eat
Coffee Shop Scene
Dallas Must Dos
Where to Stay
If you are looking for a hotel within Dallas City Limits then let this guide help you pick the perfect one
Right in the heart of Downtown Dallas. This is the Go To hotel for big events in the city. The property is quick massive. It is right next to the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center.
Omni Dallas Hotel
If you want a resort style hotel in the middle of the city, look no further than the Hilton Anatole Dallas. It is a massive property with the best pools in Dallas
Hilton Anatole Dallas Hotel
If you fly into Dallas Love Field (DAL) this conveniently location hotel is right in front of the hotel so there's no way you can miss your flight
DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas Hotel near Love Field
Michelin Guide One Key Awarded Hotel. It is the best hotel in Dallas and is in the heart of Uptown. Tons of nearby eateries around it too!
Hôtel Swexan Dallas (Michelin Guide Awarded)
Right next to Dallas Love Field Airport so you won't be missing your flight.
Aloft Dallas Love Field
This hotel is in Dallas' Highland Park neighborhood, just across from SMU campus and Moody Coliseum. Also near local train, DART Mockingbird Station to take you Downtown or Uptown
The Highland Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton
Richard Branson brought style and class to Dallas with this Virgin Hotel near Downtown Dallas. It is close to the American Airlines Center
Virgin Hotels Dallas
Where to Eat
Everyone knows the thing to do in Dallas is to EAT! Here's a few of my favorite local spots
I take anyone in town visiting to this Vietnamese Mexican fusion restaurant. It's so yummy. Just be aware they are closed on Saturdays and Mondays
Cris & John
Not just stunning inside but a menu with something for everyone. Oh and save room for their decedent desserts! In the heart of Uptown Dallas
Lyla Restaurant | Dine With Elegance
Ready for some Texas BBQ? Then make your way to the Deep Ellum neighborhood of Dallas for a treat.
Pecan Lodge – True Texas BBQ | Deep Ellum
Chinese Mexican Fusion. This is a recently opened restaurant that has truly become my new favorite. I talk about this restaurant to anyone who will listen. Get the Birria Noodle Soup, Wonton's in Chili Sauce, Shanghai Cucumber Salad and/or an Orange ...
Dragon Casa
If you go on a weekend the bakery will have a line. Jump in it because it moves fast and the pastries and coffee are worth it. Or sit down for a Spanish style take of brunch
San Martin Bakery | Dallas
Late night pizza spot open every night until 3am where you can sit inside enjoy pizza with great company. It is also Halal. (Mulitple Locations)
Zio Al's Pizza & Pasta
Best Tex-Mex BBQ in Dallas right in the heart of Downtown Dallas. Where else can you get beef ribs, birria tacos, Mexican street corn, and banana pudding in one place?
HOME - Hurtado Barbecue Restaurant
Even if you're not vegan this restaurant will have you cleaning your plate clean. 3 Words: Parmesan Cauliflower Wings. Located in Bishop Arts Neighborhood of Dallas
Vegan Food House
Yes it just might be the best pizza in Texas! Wood burning oven and all!
Olivella's Pizza | "Best Pizza in Texas" -USA Today
You want Mexican Food in Dallas? Then you gotta try Meso Maya. (Multiple Locations in Dallas)
Meso Maya Comida y Copas
Coffee Shop Scene
Where to fuel up on coffee (or matcha) in Dallas
Grab an iced matcha latte and their baked fresh pop tart to start your day in the city. (Multiple Locations)
La La Land Kind Café
Bishop Arts District is a vibe in itself. Take the Trolley or drive down there and hit up the long time local coffee shop with a Latin flair. They also have tasty empanadas
Espumoso Caffe
Dallas coffee shop with an Aussie touch. You will find locals hanging out and catching up here and grabbing a flat white or an iced Space Cowboy
Dallas TX - LDU Coffee To Go
This is a Dallas institution with locations around the DFW area. Great grab and go coffee shop around Dallas
White Rhino Coffee
Honorable Dallas Suburb mention: This Middle Eastern Cafe is Aladdin Themed and has an eclectic hot and cold drink menu. Definitely a place to sit and enjoy coffee
Aladdin Cafe
Dallas Must Dos
FREE: The best museum in the city that you can easily spend hours exploring. Right in the heart of Downtown Dallas. Afterwards walk outside to Klyde Warren Park, grab a bit or ice at one of the food trucks and walk around
Dallas Museum of Art
Reunion Tower is a part of the iconic Dallas skyline. Take in a view of the city high in the sky
Dallas' Reunion Tower GeO-Deck Observation Ticket
If you're in town during basketball season, then you gotta watch a Dallas Mavericks Game
Dallas Mavericks Basketball Game at American Airlines Center
Honorable Dallas Suburb Mention: DFW has a Meow Wolf and its trippy! I loved exploring the House and storyline behind this exhibit
Meow Wolf Grapevine's The Real Unreal
For one pass to get you all of Dallas' attractions the CityPass is the ticket includes, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and the Reunion Tower GeO-Deck plus 2 of the following: Dallas Zoo, George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, or Dallas H...
Dallas CityPASS®
One of the most beautiful spots in the city of Dallas is the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. No matter the time of year you visit, each season brings beautifully curated 66 acres of grounds.
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
The best shopping in Dallas is at Northpark Center. All the best stores are there including Artizia, Anthropolgie, Reformation, and Skims
NorthPark Center | Dallas' Top Shopping Destination
Visit the massively expanded Dallas Holocaust Museum in Downtown Dallas. Its mission is to teach the history of the Holocaust and advance human rights to combat prejudice, hatred, and indifference. You will definitely learn something here
Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum All Day Ticket
If you want to shop where Dallas' old money play, then head over to Highland Park Village for luxury shopping. You'll find ultra luxury shops like Chanel, Fendi, Valentino as well as LoveShackFancy and restaurant Sadelle's
Luxury Shopping and Fine Dining at Highland Park Village
Dallas' FAVORITE grocery store is more of a food destination! You can walk the aisle and find so many unique food finds, grab a coffee, a glass of wine or a scope of ice cream to explore the store to your heart's content.
Central Market - Really Into Food
Best Farmer's Market in the DFW area. It is worth the drive north to the city of McKinney on a Saturday morning. Best part it is open year round
McKinney, TX Farmers Market | Chestnut Square
Thrill seekers will love rides at the Original Six Flags Theme Park located in Arlington TX about 30 minutes outside of Dallas, TX
Six Flags Over Texas | Six Flags Over Texas