A Day in Dallas

Only have a day to spend in this booming city? Hit all of the Dallas classics by following this guide.

Dallas is one of those cities you don’t ever think to visit. It’s landlocked, flat and more family-focused than a city like New York or Los Angeles. 

Despite these aspects, Dallas has much to offer. If you ever find yourself visiting this city but unsure of what to do, this guide is a great start.

Here are six spots to check out for a perfect day in Dallas!

Start your day at the Dallas Farmers Market. If it’s a Saturday or Sunday, you can walk around “The Shed,” say hi to the many dogs that will be present and explore what the different vendors are selling: think farm fresh eggs, jewelry, honey, cold-pressed juice and more.

If you come on a weekday, there’s still plenty to do. Check out “The Market” where various restaurants and local shops are located. Here, you can grab a slice of pizza, an iced coffee, Indian food, and much more. 

Be sure to also check out the surrounding stores, both in and out of “The Market” while you’re there!

Next, head downtown to the Dallas Museum of Art (DMA). This museum is free (excluding parking) and is full of many wonderful exhibits. There are several outdoor spaces and a world of art at your fingertips.

There is also a cafe and complimentary water if you get thirsty. 

After you finish at the DMA, head right across the street to Klyde Warren Park. Klyde Warren is a Dallas classic. Located right in the heart of the city — and above a freeway — this park is always buzzing with activity. There’s a playground for children, food trucks you can buy lunch from and places to sit and enjoy the weather.

This is a perfect spot to put your feet up and relax after walking around the DMA.

After you’ve had your rest, it’s time to get back up on your feet and head to NorthPark Mall. NorthPark is a high-end mall with a plethora of shops and restaurants to choose from.

If Klyde Warren’s food trucks didn’t impress you, there’s plenty of food to be had at NorthPark as well. I recommend going to Eataly and getting a slice or two of pizza from their marketplace — it’s some of the best I’ve ever had.

NorthPark Mall also has an outdoor courtyard in the middle of the mall where you can chat with friends or family, sip a latte and admire the plants if shopping starts to tucker you out.

For dinner, Trinity Groves is a must. The atmosphere is energetic, there are multiple trendy restaurants and dessert shops to choose from and the view of Dallas from this spot is lovely. 

After you finish dinner, you can take a stroll on the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge and admire the cityscape. 

Last, but certainly not least, is the Reunion Tower. I recommend getting to the top of the Reunion Tower in time to watch the sunset if possible. Knowing the tower gets quite busy at this hour, you’ll have to plan ahead if you want to make it in time.

Even if you miss sunset, the view up top is still worth the $17 admission fee.

That’s it, folks! I hope this guide helps you make the most of your sweet, but short, time in the wonderful city of Dallas.