The Dallas Arboretum is nestled on the southeast shore of White Rock Lake in East Dallas. Home of the Southwest’s largest outdoor spring floral festival, Dallas Blooms, the Arboretum is a nationally recognized display garden featuring fabulous floral color in beds throughout the year.

Located on 66-acres on the historic Everette DeGolyer and Alex Camp estates, just minutes from downtown Dallas, the Dallas Arboretum is truly an urban oasis. Over the course of the year, the Arboretum will attract between 325,000 and 350,000 visitors to its finely manicured grounds. Whether visitors come for a weekly respite or from locations around the country, and often around the world, they will find the garden areas listed below resplendent with seasonal color. The Arboretum is a popular bridal photography spot and about 300 weddings are held in the Garden each year.

The Dallas Arboretum is known for two major annual festivals:

Dallas Blooms- This 6-week festival from early March until mid-April is the largest outdoor floral festival in the Southwest. The showcase of this event is over 400,000 spring-blooming bulbs; including tulips, as well as daffodils, Dutch Iris and hyacinth, flowering in symphony with over 100,000 pansies, violas and poppies and thousands of other spring-blooming annuals and perennials. The finale of this celebration of spring is the mass flowering of our collection of over 3,000 azaleas. May Flower- Starting on May 1st the Dallas Arboretum completely changes out the color beds of the garden with over 80,000 spring blooming annuals in full color.

Autumn at the Arboretum- The Dallas Arboretum is a rich tapestry of color for this tribute to fall. For six weeks the already lush plantings of over 150,000 summer flowers in full bloom is complimented by an additional planting of 6,000 chrysanthemums and thousands of other fall annuals. The centerpiece of this festival is the “Pumpkin Patch” filled with over 20,000 pumpkins and the striking “Pumpkin House”. This 15-ft. tall house is completely covered in over 200 pumpkins, and surrounded by a garden of over 40 varieties of pumpkins and gourds.

General Visitor Information for The Dallas Arboretum

Address: 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, Tx on the southeastern shore of White Rock Lake, Mapsco 37U

General: Adults, $8. Seniors 65 and over, $7. Children, ages 3 – 12, $5. Children 2 and Admission: under, free. On-site parking, $5.

Hours: The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is open to the public year-round 9am to 5pm except for Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.

Parking: On-site, $5. Free off-site shuttle during peak visiting seasons

Rental: Both the DeGolyer Home and the Camp House are available for rental. In addition, we have 11 unique garden sites that may be rented for weddings or other occasions.

OtherAmenites: Audio tours, Meadows Orientation Theater, Hoffman Family Gift Shop, Information Booth, One-Mile Fitness Trail, shaded porches, plazas and the Gisela H. Rodriguez Gazebo

Yearly Festivals: Dallas Blooms: March-April Autumn at the Arboretum: September-October Cool Thursdays Concert Series: June- July Holiday at the Arboretum: November- December

Information: call 214.515.6500 or visit our website at www.dallasarboretum.org.

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Nestled in 13 wooded acres just south of downtown Dallas, Dallas Heritage Village provides visitors, both young & young at heart, a unique museum experience. The Village is a living history museum, portraying life in North Texas from 1840-1910 with permanent and temporary exhibits throughout 38 historic structures. A Civil War era farm, elegant Victorian homes, a school, a church, as well as several commercial buildings represent the lives of Dallas earliest residents. During the fall and spring, the Village highlights historical themes and brings them to life through first-person characters dressed in period clothing. Self-guided and docent-led tours available. .

Regular Admission: $7 Adult; $5 Senior (65+); and $4 Child (4 to 12 years). Summer and Winter Admission (June 15 to September 14 and January 2 to February 15) : $5 Adult; $4 Senior (65+); and $3 Child (4 to 12 year).

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An encyclopedic collection of more than 23,000 objects, spanning 5,000 years of history and representing all cultures.

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The Dallas World Aquarium is a unique attraction and event facility in downtown Dallas, featuring aquatic exhibits from around the world, a South American rainforest and a Mundo Maya exhibit displaying animals such as Brown sharks and Jaguars, which were important to the ancient Mayan culture.

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The Dallas Zoo is the largest zoological experience in Texas, covering over 95 acres of beautifully developed parkland and housing over 4,000 animals – from the majestic elephant to the smallest ant! Enjoy the Lacerte Family Children’s Zoo, award-winning Wilds of Africa with the Jake L. Hamon Gorilla Conservation Research Center, Norsworthy Otter Outpost, Penguin Cove, and more!

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History of aviation; from the Early Dreamers to Balloons and Airships to Space. 25 full-size aircraft and Apollo 7 module on display.

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Experience our multi-million dollar production featuring dramatic horsemanship, falconry, jousting, and hand-to-hand combat while feasting on a four-course banquet in our fully enclosed, European castle. Reservations required. Group rates available.

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A wonderful place for the child in all of us to explore the inspiring and engaging world of nature and science. From dinosaurs to DNA, you and your family can experience hands-on activities and innovative programs that bring learning to life. Exciting IMAX theatre and Planetarium shows too. Come and explore.

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Open since October 2003, the Nasher Sculpture Center is home to one of the finest collections of modern and contemporary sculpture in the world. The Center is located on a 2.4 acre site adjacent to the Dallas Museum of Art in the heart of the Dallas Arts District.

The museum was a longtime dream of the late Raymond and Patsy Nasher, who together formed a comprehensive collection of masterpieces by Calder, de Kooning, di Suvero, Giacometti, Hepworth, Kelly, Matisse, Miró, Moore, Picasso, Rodin, and Serra, among others.

Renzo Piano, a world-renowned architect and winner of the prestigious Pritzker Prize in 1998, is the architect of the Center’s 55,000 square foot building. Piano worked in collaboration with landscape architect Peter Walker on the design of the 1.4acre Garden.

On display in the Galleries and Garden are rotating exhibitions of works from the Nasher Collection as well as special exhibitions drawn from other museums and private collections. In addition to indoor and outdoor gallery spaces, the Center contains an auditorium, education and research facilities, a cafe, and a store.

Popular monthly events include Target First Saturdays for children and families, Saturday Night in the City featuring al fresco dining and twilight strolls, and the NasherSalon series which welcomes distinguished speakers for an evening of discourse on art, architecture, and other cultural topics of interest.

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Permanent exhibit examines life, death, and legacy of President John F. Kennedy with photographs, artifacts and videos; audio tour available. Additional exhibits year-round.

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The Dallas Zoo was founded in 1888, making it the first zoological park in the Southwest. Covering over 95 developed acres – it' the largest zoological park in Texas. The Dallas Zoo is widely recognized for our outstanding Wilds of Africa exhibit, Lacerte Family Children's Zoo, and award-winning Jake L. Hamon Gorilla Conservation Research Center!

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The African American Museum is the only museum in the Southwestern US devoted to the preservation and display of African American artistic, cultural and historical materials. It also has one of the largest African American folk art collections in the United States.

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Cedar Hill State Park is a 1,826 acre urban nature preserve located on the 7500 acre Joe Pool Reservoir. The Park’s proximity to major metropolitan cities makes it an ideal destination for families who want to enjoy the great outdoors without spending precious time driving. The ruggedness and scenic beauty of the area combined with over 100 miles of shoreline and the water based recreation such as boating and fishing as well as camping, mountain biking, bird watching, and picnicking.

Also located at the park is Penn Farm Agricultural History Center that pays tribute to the disappearing Texas’ family farm and affords a glimpse into agrarian history as farm machinery took the place of the horse and mule almost a century ago. The Farm is open 7 days a week to self-guided tours. There are reconstructed and historic buildings from the mid 1800s through the mid 1900s. The Penn Farm has a very relaxing atmosphere and is perfect for family walks. Self-guided and guided tours are available.

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Located in the Arts District of downtown Dallas, The Crow Collection is a permanent set of galleries dedicated to the arts and cultures of China, Japan, India and Southeast Asia. The museum offers a serene setting for quiet reflection and learning. Museum admission is free.

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More than 350 marine and freshwater species from tiny seahorses and jellyfish to sharks and a giant snapping turtle.

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The Dallas Arts District, the largest in the US, featuring Pritzker Prize winning architecture. Sites include the Crow Collection of Asian Art, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, Dallas Museum of Art, Meyerson Symphony Center, Nasher Sculpture Center, Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, the Belo Mansion and the site of the Dallas Center for the Performing Arts

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Built in 1891, the Romanesque Revival design of MA Orlopp, is made of Pecos Red Sandstone and blue granite. This courthouse is well known as “Old Red” and currently houses the Dallas Visitors Information Center and the Old Red Museum of Dallas History.

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Dallas Farmers Market is recognized nationally as an important center where farmers still sell their seasonal crops directly to customers. Located in the southeastern corner of the central business district in downtown Dallas, it provides a unique opportunity to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, specialty and international products.

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Fair Park was designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1986 because of its exceptional significance in American history. It is home to an extraordinary collection of 1930s Art Deco art and architecture. From the mysterious Woofus statue to the beautiful restored murals and gold-leafed eagle atop the Tower Building, the treasures of the past are an awe-inspiring treat for visitors of today

Fair Park is also home to the State Fair of Texas as well as home to 8 museums – African American Museum, Dallas Aquarium, Museum of the American Railroad, Museum of Nature & Science, Hall of State, Texas Discovery Gardens, Texas Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial, and The Women’s Museum.

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Mickey Gilley helped to build the original Gilley's Club into the landmark honky-tonk of the century; Gilley's Dallas is the premier venue for hosting private parties, convention groups, special events and wedding receptions. With 5 private rooms and over 65,000 square feet of event space, Gilley's is sure to entertain and amaze your guests. Gilley's Dallas provides the best in Texas hospitality, menus and entertainment.

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Located at the Dallas County Historical Plaza in Downtown Dallas. Main and Market Streets behind Old Red Courthouse

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Home to the Dallas Theatre Center, Kalita Humphreys is the only theater in the U.S. designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

The monolithic concrete building was a combination of curved and angular forms typical of Wright’s late-period public projects. The vertical cylindrical forms of the four-and-a-half story building, encircled by horizontal cantilevered decks, presented a sculptural façade, both monumental and dynamic, within a wooded park setting. The entire building was based on a 60/120-degree equilateral parallelogram, such that there were no right angles. The unit-system organized not only the floor plan, but also many of the details from the smallest design of the window shapes to the facetted columns and the built-in furniture.

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Promotes Latino and Hispanic arts culture.

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Ride back into history on the only streetcar line in North Texas that operates lovingly restored antique trolley cars running on some of Dallas' oldest original streetcar tracks. A ride on any of our trolleys — Rosie (1909), The Green Dragon (1913), Petunia (1920), Matilda (1925) or air-conditioned Winnie (1945) — is an experience to treasure. And, to top it off, all rides (except charters) are FREE!

If you live in Uptown, hop aboard the trolley to everything. If you are visiting Dallas, spend the day in Uptown where all of the hot spots in the neighborhood are just a short walk from our 3.9-mile trolley line that winds its way through this vibrant and growing neighborhood. For quick, convenient access to our trolley line, ride a DART light rail train (either Blue or Red Line) to the Cityplace subway station. Follow signs "To Streetcars" to the surface, and walk a few steps and to our waiting shelter at the end of Cityplace Blvd. A MATA trolley will arrive there shortly.

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Designed by the award-winning architect, I.M.Pei, this symphony center has been cited as one of the acoustically finest halls in America and features the Lay Family pipe organ. Home to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, the 2,062-seat hall is also available for corporate meetings, trade shows and a variety of performance events. Restaurant and catering available.

Free public tours (call for schedule or for groups of 15 or more).

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The Dallas Mozzarella Company is located near downtown Dallas and specializes in making fresh mozzarella and other cheeses. Take a tour of the factory or learn to make the cheese in a hands–on cheese making class.

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Features the world' largest bronze monument.

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Get behind the wheel on one of 4 Racing Tracks including Real Dragsters that take you from 0 to 70 in 3.5 seconds. Race into action at Electric Alley, our state-of-the-art game room, and don't forget to refuel at the SpeedZone Cafe and Bar.

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Largest State Fair in U.S.

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Located at historic Fair Park in Dallas, Texas Discovery Gardens is a year-round urban oasis filled with natural wonders for visitors of all ages. Ten different themed areas include a butterfly habitat, native wildlife pond, scent garden, shade garden and heirloom garden. The first certified organic public gardens in the state, Texas Discovery Gardens features spectacular native and adapted plants grown using sustainable methods that conserve water and protect the environment.

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The area was designed by famed architect Philip Johnson and was completed in 1976. The most prominent and recognizable feature of Thanks-Giving Square is the Chapel of Thanksgiving, a small, spiral tower that features an enclave for prayerful thanks. The entrance to the chapel is at the end of a 125-foot (38 m) bridge that runs over a cascading waterfall.

Inside the chapel, the spiral is topped with stained glass windows, leaving a flood of color when looking up in the chapel. Collectively, the stained glass, which was designed by Gabriel Loire of Chartres, France is called the Glory Window. It was designed to feature brighter colors as the spiral reached its apex, becoming brighter and brighter as it reached the center.

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The first national comprehensive women's history museum.

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The Viking Cooking School may be the most enjoyable school on earth – even the homework is fun. From the novice to the experienced cook, including kids, moms and dads, business professionals, and others come alone, or together with friends, to attend our classes. If you love to cook, entertain, or just appreciate the pleasure of great food, the Viking Cooking School is the place to indulge your passions.

Our culinary spirit keeps us on the cutting-edge of all things food and inspires us to constantly evolve our menus with the seasons and current cooking trends. Select from our wide array of exciting classes covering subjects such as ethnic cuisines, basic techniques of cooking, baking, vegetarian, and cocktail and dinner parties, whatever you choose, we’ll make sure you have a blast.

Our warm and attentive teachers are the absolute best at their craft. Our recipes are created by professionally trained chefs and tested in our Viking Test Kitchen to ensure they are accurate and clear so that you can recreate them successfully at home in your own kitchen. In line with our commitment to providing students with the best tools, all Viking Cooking Schools are equipped with high-performance, professional Viking appliances, cookware and cutlery. To ensure your every visit to a Viking Cooking School is a first-class experience, we invite each student to give us their feedback after every visit.

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Zero Gravity, located in Dallas, TX, is the world’s only thrill amusement park. We feature the Nothin’ but Net 100’ freefall ride, the Texas Blastoff Vertical accelerator, the Skycoaster hanggliding-skydiving simulator, and Air Boingo bungee jumping.

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