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Sightseeing in Dallas - what to see. Complete travel guide

Dallas Twilight Dallas is the third biggest city of Texas and the eighth biggest city of the United States. The official date of foundation is February 1856. Currently the population of Dallas and its suburbs reaches 6.3 million of people. The main industries developed in the city are telecommunications, computer technologies, trading, banking and energetics.
Top places to stay in Dallas - most luxurious hotels
Dallas is not deprived of a fair share of luxury hotels, one of the most prestigious and famous of them being The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas. Clients of this hotel have access to fancy luxury … Open
Buildings created in modernist, neoclassical, and Victorian styles are main sights of Dallas. Historical buildings are mainly concentrated on Swiss Avenue. In the center of this region of Dallas are located guarded commercial buildings, the creation of which lasted from 1880 to 1950. Santuario de Guadalupe cathedral is considered the oldest building of Dallas; it was built in XIX century.
Dallas is famous because of its grilled meat that is cooked in front of guests and served with different sauces. That’s why there are so many cafes and restaurants in this city. The most famous dining facility of the city is, probably, Ritz Carlton restaurant. It was proclaimed the best restaurant of the United States in 2009. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Old hotels keeping the history of Dallas
The real attraction of Dallas is the luxurious hotel Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek, which was established in a beautiful old mansion. Guests of the hotel will have the opportunity to … Open
Dallas is also a city of culture and art. Here you can visit the Center of Moden Culture, Art Museum, Trammell and Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art, and Modern Children Theatre. One of the biggest opera theatres of the world, The Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, is also located in Dallas.
Dallas Skyline In the area of Downtown is located the most popular viewing platform, the location of which is the Reunion Tower. On the 50th floor of the tall building, a beautiful observation deck on which visitors can rise on a high-speed elevator is equipped. From a height of 171 meter, a wonderful panorama of the city opens. In a clear weather, it is possible to see also the vicinity of Dallas.
Best hotel choice for romantic escape, wedding or honeymoon in Dallas
The most romantic hotel in Dallas without question is the Romantic Inn & Suites. Decorated in a Roman garden style, this unique themed hotel offers tourists 25 exclusive suites with … Open
A symbolical place for the city is Pioneers Square, located before the building of the town hall. On this square it is possible to see original sculptural composition, which symbolizes a cattle stage. On this composition 70 bulls and cows in full-scale are depicted, and also three cowboys. All figures are cast from bronze.
Dallas Skyline from Deep Ellum Those who want to please themselves with unusual entertainments should go to the Mackinney Avenue. Along this historical street passes the unusual tram line on which retro-trams run. A trip on them will give you a lot of impressions. The history of this tram route is very interesting. Old tram tracks were found in this part of the city in 1983 during a repair of the street. City authorities decided to restore them and to start up five ancient trams, which are now the real historical symbol of Dallas.
Shopping in Dallas - main shopping streets, outlets and boutiques
Galleria Dallas is the largest shopping center in Dallas. It is here that local residents and tourists go in search of new fashionable clothes, shoes, accessories and electrical equipment. … Open
The Area of West End will be a beautiful place for walks. Many beautiful buildings of the end of the 19th century have been preserved here. Today, in these historical buildings are located popular shops and restaurants. There are several excellent art workshops which many tourists visit like museums.
Dallas Skyline Dallas has tens of interesting museums and cultural centers, of which the Conspiracy Museum is considered one of the most interesting. The exposition of this museum is devoted to the loudest and most mysterious crimes, including the murder of the president John Kennedy.
Top touristic routes around Dallas: architectural sightseeing and landmarks
Discovering the architecture of Dallas from bird's eye view! Reunion Tower, American Airlines Center, Southern Methodist University, AT&T Stadium, Dallas World Aquarium, Fountain Place, all those monuments are defining the image of Dallas … Open
In Dallas, there are more than 400 parks which total area is about 85 square kilometers. The historical Old-City-Park, in the territory of which it is possible to admire not only fine plants, but also ancient buildings, which were built at the foundation of the city, is considered one of the most interesting. Now this park is perfectly equipped for active recreation. It is possible to ride a bicycle or to walk across its territory. There are lots of free spaces for active games and playgrounds for children.
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Map of all shopping areas
Shopping streets in Dallas
♥   Shopping area ' Victory Park' Dallas, 1.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Uptown Dallas' Dallas, 2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' West Village' Dallas, 2.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' The Knox District' Dallas, 4.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Highland Park Village' Dallas, 5.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Dallas
♥   Local Park 'Daniel' , 7.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Nature Park 'Dallas Lake' , 10.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   City Park 'Woodhaven Grove' , 18.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   State Park 'Richardson Grove' , 22.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   State Park 'Big Lake' , 30 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Dallas and around
♥   Art museum 'Dallas Museum of Art' Dallas, 0.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Meadows Museum' Dallas, 6.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Sights around Dallas from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'

Cowboys Stadium

From the series “Top 14 Sport Stadiums with Impressive Design”
Check on the map:   Distance from Dallas center - 27.8 km.
In the course of the stadium history some music concerts were also held. Every sporting event that takes place at the unique stadium in Arlington will immediately become an event of national importance. The stadium guests can always count on the best and most comfortable atmosphere during the competition. During the breaks between the half-days, the exciting pyrotechnics and music shows can be enjoyed. Thanks to the huge display panel and hundreds of screens, visitors will never miss an important and exciting moment. … Read further
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Sightseeing in regions nearby Dallas

Austin
Do you want to travel across the United States but do not know the city to start from? We suggest making your choice in favor of Austin, the capital of Texas. The city got its name to honor Stephen Austin. Nowadays, the city is famous around the world as a musical center that regularly hosts different events. People, who have already visited different cities in the United ... Open »
Texas
In the eastern part of the town there are shops and several historical sites, including Lakewood Theatre, Brian Square, Vickery Square, as well as a beautiful botanical garden, where you can take refuge in the heat of the day. No less interesting are excursions into the Nasher Sculpture Center, the Dallas Museum of Art and the Opera House. Sports fans should definitely see ... Open »
Houston
Houston is not widely known among vacationers as one of main cultural and tourist centers in the USA. However, the city occupies the second place in the United States in terms of the number of theaters. Moreover, such a wide choice of theater companies is hard to find anywhere else – in Houston you can select from amateur folk ensembles and various "progressive" groups ... Open »
San Antonio
San Antonio is situated in the southern part of Texas. Widely known as a major industrial center and an important tourist destination, the city attracts nearly 20 million travelers a year. A river with the same name passes through San Antonio. There is an incredibly beautiful promenade built along the river. Naturally, this part of the city is the most picturesque and ... Open »
Memphis
This city is located in the southern part of the States on the bank of the Mississippi River. Memphis is a large trading center, which has mainly developed due to rise of agriculture. However, there are also several large industrial plants on the territory of the city. Many years ago on the place of the modern city was located a small Indian village named Chickasaw. In 1819 a ... Open »
New Orleans
The central street of the city is called Bourbon Street and is located in the heart of the French Quarter. Here you will find best cafes and restaurants, numerous gift shops and stores. The bridge across Lake Pontchartrain is the best-known construction of modern architects. Its length estimates 38.5 km, so the bridge is considered the longest one of its kind. The new part ... Open »
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