Dallas Arts District Travel Guide

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Dallas Arts District
ATT Performing Arts Center showing interior views and theatre scenes
Dallas Arts District
Dallas Arts District
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center which includes theatre scenes and interior views

Performing and visual arts are expressed across a variety of theaters and galleries near the glossy architecture and sculpture gardens of this trendy district. 

Filled with artisanal bars, cafés and stores, the Dallas Arts District is the hub of the city’s performance culture. Its galleries, museums and theaters showcase the best in local and visiting talent in an area containing leafy parks and gardens. Admire the range of stylish skyscrapers and innovative designs in this growing district.

Attend a show at the AT&T Performing Arts Center, which has everything from ballet and modern dance recitals to celebrity talks and Broadway plays.

Marvel at the sleek design of the Moody Performance Hall. Its modern interior hosts dances, harmonic choirs and lectures, among other performances.

Intriguing geometric shapes and a glassy exterior adorn the façade of the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, where the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, the Dallas Symphony Chorus and the Dallas Wind Symphony play.

For visual arts, the Dallas Museum of Art features a collection of local and international works spanning many cultures, times and styles. Try something a little different at the Nasher Sculpture Center, which has a range of intriguing metal monuments as well as works by international artists including Matisse and Miró. Browse the galleries of the Crow Museum of Asian Art.

Just north is the long and narrow Klyde Warren Park, where locals gather to play ball games and enjoy picnics at the innovative green space built over a multi-lane highway. Head beyond its southeastern corner to see the Cathedral Santuario de Guadalupe, built in 1902.

The Dallas Arts District lies between Bryan Place and Downtown Dallas in the heart of the city. Ride the M-Line of the trolley to one of several stops in the area or travel here by bus.

Explore the surroundings for other districts such as the Design District, Old East Dallas and Uptown.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Dallas Arts District

Fairmont Dallas

Fairmont Dallas

4.5 out of 5
1717 N Akard St, Dallas, TX
The price is ₹13,204 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
₹13,204
₹15,570 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dallas. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a health club. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,285 reviews)
"We got upgraded to a suite which was a super nice surprise especially since we were here celebrating our anniversary. Everything was great. The only negative feedback we have was the room was pretty warm and the pillows weren’t great. Everything else was absolutely wonderful!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Fairmont Dallas
HALL Arts Hotel Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton

HALL Arts Hotel Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton

5 out of 5
1717 Leonard Street, Dallas, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹20,609 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
₹20,609
₹27,207 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (834 reviews)
"The room was so bright and clean, the bed was extremely comfortable and the hotel was very clean"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

HALL Arts Hotel Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton
Omni Dallas Hotel

Omni Dallas Hotel

4 out of 5
555 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX
The price is ₹17,163 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
₹17,163
₹20,434 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Dallas. Enjoy a full-service spa, 5 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,813 reviews)
"The property was very clean, staff were nice and the parking was easy to navigate"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Omni Dallas Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dallas DFW Airport North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dallas DFW Airport North

3 out of 5
4850 W John Carpenter Fwy, Irving, TX
The price is ₹7,262 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹7,262
₹8,351 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Irving. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,191 reviews)
"Super close to airport Shuttle was on time Front desk was friendly and helpful Room was clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dallas DFW Airport North
Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown

Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown

4 out of 5
1401 Commerce St, Dallas, TX
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,134 reviews)
"Great service from staff, clean , comfortable environment."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

4 out of 5
8250 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX
The price is ₹10,149 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹10,149
₹11,905 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,255 reviews)
Great location by N. Park Center
"Chose this hotel due to its proximity to N. Park Center and great shopping. About five minutes away via Uber concierge was helpful and check-in was quick. Recommend.!"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Dallas Arts District

Reunion Tower showing landscape views, a sunset and a skyscraper

Downtown Dallas

4/5(21 area reviews)

Downtown Dallas is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dallas City Hall and Majestic Theater. See more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Akard Station or Saint Paul & Federal Tram Stop.

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Main Street District

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few things travellers love about Main Street District. Sights like Majestic Theater and Comerica Bank Tower are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Dallas area at Akard Station.

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Uptown

5/5(1 area review)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Uptown. If sightseeing is on the list, American Airlines Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at McKinney & Routh Stop or McKinney & Fairmount Stop to see more of the area.

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Deep Ellum

Well liked for its restaurants and live music, Deep Ellum is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Old Deep Ellum Historic District and The Eight Track Museum, and jump on the metro at Baylor Station to get around the city.

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Old East Dallas

4/5(1 area review)

While you're in Old East Dallas, take in top sights like Old Deep Ellum Historic District or Knox-Henderson Shopping District, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Baylor Station or CityPlace - Uptown Station.

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Oak Lawn

4/5(1 area review)

Oak Lawn is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like American Airlines Center and The Strip on Cedar Springs. See more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Cole & Lemmon Tram Stop or Cole & Hall Tram Stop.

Oak Lawn


Dallas Arts District Travel Guide