Have you and your friends or significant other ever run out of things to do? You guys do not feel like sitting in another movie theater, or sitting at home, binge-watching Netflix! I have put together a list of 13 fun attractions to see or do in the Dallas area! This can either turn into a day trip, maybe an overnight stay, or just turn into a weekend vacation. No matter what you choose, you and your friends will still have a blast!
1. Go window-shopping at Highland Park Village
No one says you have to buy anything, but the atmosphere is fun and you can look for some birthday or Christmas gift ideas! http://hpvillage.com
2. Take an ArtWalk Downton
The Public ArtWalk Dallas is a self-guided art walk that lasts 3.3 miles. It’s a great way to get your steps in! http://www.galleryatmidtown.com
3. Visit Klyde Warren Park
Located in Downtown Dallas, there is a variety of Food Trucks and events on the weekend for you and your friends to enjoy. https://www.klydewarrenpark.org
4. Look at the scenery at White Rock Lake
Located in Dallas, you can take a stroll around the lake and enjoy the sun! You can bring food for a picnic, or drive around the surrounding neighborhoods and look at the gorgeous houses. http://www.dallasparks.org/235/White-Rock-Lake
5. Ride M-Line Trolley to Uptown
The Trolley takes you up and down McKinney Avenue where you can check out the many bars and stores that line the streets! http://www.mata.org
6. Visit the Dallas Zoo
You can take a long walk in the Zoo while looking at some fantastic animals! http://www.dallaszoo.com/?gclid=CN3q9t2G0M0CFVBefgodLb8Mrg
7. Indulge in Chocolate
Head to Dude, Sweet Chocolate to give in to your chocolate desires! With multiple locations in Dallas you don’t have an excuse not to go! http://dudesweetchocolate.com
8. Go ice skating at the Galleria
You can cool off and try not to fall with some exciting Ice Skates at the Galleria Mall! http://galleriaiceskatingcenter.com
9. Walk around the farmer’s market
If you need food or not, you can explore the market and see all the foods that are out there! Maybe even pick up something you haven’t had before and make a recipe with it! http://dallasfarmersmarket.org
10. Get sweaty on the Katy Trail
Located Near Southern Methodist University (SMU) you can take walk or bike the beautiful trail! http://katytraildallas.org
11. Visit the Dallas Museum of Art
Even if you aren’t an art person, the museum is a FREE and air conditioned attraction where you can open your eyes to some cool culture. Not to mention, the Food Trucks at Kyle Warren Park are right across the street! https://www.dma.org
12. Walk the Dallas Arboretum
Walk through the gardens and see all of the beautiful flowers in the area! It is also a very romantic place too, guys! Hint Hint! http://www.dallasarboretum.org
13. Visit Jerry World
As a Houston Texans girl, it is hard for me to promote this one, but go tour the stadium including the locker rooms and even play on the field! http://attstadium.com/tours/tourInfo.cfm
Hopefully this list helps with some lazy and hot days in the Texas heat! There are obviously way more fun things to do in Dallas, so how about you go find some and spread the word to your fellow friends!
