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1. The sixth floor museum

21 km
from city center 1 out of 244
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The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is one of Texas’ most visited historic places. The museum displays a chronological order of the events that took place in the life of former president John F Kennedy. The building is currently at the very location where the president was shot and killed by Lee Harvey Oswald. The place is now a memorial and holds the value and legacy of John F Kennedy.

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from city center 2 out of 244
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Reunion Tower is an observation tower situated within the Hyatt Regency Hotel complex in downtown Dallas, Texas. Often referred to as “The Ball,” the tower is a prominent city landmark and is not only an observation deck but also houses cafes and organises a number of activities for people of all ages, with some of them being Painting With a View, Sunset Yoga and Paint Your Pet.

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1 km
from city center 3 out of 244
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The Dallas Museum of Art (DMA) is a major art museum located in the Arts District of downtown Dallas, Texas. Highlights are its collection of ancient Mediterranean art from Egyptian, Greek, and Roman times; European art from the 16th to 19th centuries, including pieces by Claude Monet; contemporary artists including Jackson Pollock; and a collection of more than 50,000 art-related volumes in its library.

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4 km
from city center 4 out of 244
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Opened in 1833 the Dallas Zoo is Texas’ largest and oldest nonprofit zoo. The Dallas zoo is spread over 106 acres of land, 3 miles from the main city of Dallas. The zoo is home to over 2000 animals representing 406 species. They have programs and events that take place in the zoo itself. In addition to this, they also have dining and shopping facilities at the zoo for visitors to have a memorable and comfortable visit.

5. Fontiers of flight museum

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from city center 5 out of 244
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Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas, Texas is an aerospace museum southeast of the Dallas Love Field. It comprises of a variety of aviation-related artefacts and vehicles (such as aircraft) and is suitable for people of all ages, especially owing to its year-round educational programs and events.

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1 km
from city center 6 out of 244
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Nasher Sculpture Center, opened in 2003, in Texas, is a museum in the Dallas Art District that houses an extensive sculpture collection, most of which belonged to Patsy and Raymond Nasher. The collection features work by Richard Serra, Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Barbara Hepworth and many others, thus attracting large crowds of people on a regular basis. The monthly events, programs, café, garden and exhibitions are some of the key highlights of this museum.

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from city center 7 out of 244
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Often referred to as the "Prado on the Prairie" after the famous museum in Madrid, this fine museum includes a number of masterpieces by renowned Spanish artists such as El Greco, Goya, and Picasso. Meadows Museum in Dallas opened to the public in 1965 and is situated within the Southern Methodist University, functioning as a part of its Meadows School of the Arts.

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1 km
from city center 8 out of 244
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Known for its various animal, bird and fish exhibits, the Dallas World Aquarium is located in downtown Dallas, Texas and has been credited with preserving many threatened or endangered animals. Not only does the Aquarium offer the chance to view a large number of exhibits, visitors also have the option of feeding some animals, attending talks, dining and so much more.

9 km
from city center 9 out of 244
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Known for its lush green gardens, annual events, concerts, classes, cafes and restaurants, and much more, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden in East Dallas, Texas is a must-visit destination while in the city. The Garden was established in the 1930s and the Arboretum in the 1980s, and the combined property was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

26 km
from city center 10 out of 244
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Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington is one of the many Six Flags amusement parks in the United States and is a very popular destination for people of all ages, owing to its rides, its events, and the availability of various tasty treats. Opened to the public in the 1960s, it is open all around the year.

16 km
from city center 11 out of 244
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Situated at the heart of Dallas, USA, is this piece of urban green, Klyde Warren Park. It is constructed above Woodall Rodgers Freeway and is a unique example of modern architecture. It is a public park with free entry that hosts many fitness and leisure activities, has signature food trucks, and is a heaven for dog lovers. With a footfall of over one million per year, it has become a warm town square for neighborhood and tourists alike.

8 km
from city center 12 out of 244
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The White Rock Lake is a reservoir in Dallas, a popular site frequented by both tourists and non-tourists to relax and enjoy recreational activities. It is the perfect place to enjoy leisurely acts such as fishing, taking a stroll by yourself or with your pet, having a picnic, or a party with family and friends to just enjoying nature. At the same time, one also can opt for more engaging activities such as rowing, cycling, jogging, and hiking.

13. Fort Worth Zoo

52 km
from city center 13 out of 244
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Fort Worth Zoo is home to a large number of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates. Visitors can see the Andean condor, Brown pelican, Damselfish, Convict Tang, Malayan tiger, Lesser kudu amongst others, and can grab a bite to eat.

1 km
from city center 14 out of 244
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Situated within a walking distance of the Sixth Floor Museum, Dealey Plaza in downtown Dallas, Texas is a city park that was also where former President John F. Kennedy was shot dead in 1963. Owing to its historical significance and its proximity to tourist destinations such as the Sixth Floor Museum and Reunion Tower, the Plaza attracts large crowds on a regular basis.

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The perfect option for when looking for a petting zoo for various events, one can hire Oba Farms Mobile Petting Zoo services whether it’s a birthday, wedding, theme party, church event, fundraising event or any other. Though located in Greenville, Texas, the Zoo can always travel to another location for an event, and it will bring with it animals and birds like turkeys, ducks, goat, sheep or rabbits. People can pet and feed them, and there are attendants to help with the same, as well as to ensure safe interaction. Those who book a petting zoo would find the prices reasonable.

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Ewe Pet Mobile Petting Zoo & Pony Ride Parties is the way to go when looking for a petting zoo for just about any event since it provides animals like Zebu cow, sheep, Sulcata tortoise, Silkie chickens, Top Hat ducks and many others. Available to anyone in the Dallas and Fort Worth area, the petting zoo also offers pony (and even unicorn) rides and carousels.

35 km
from city center 17 out of 244
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The Gentle Zoo in Forney is the ideal place to spend some family time; it has a petting zoo, a playground, an area for picnics, train rides, a party room, a massive jumping pillow and much more. People would be able to admire llamas, Umbrella Cockatoos, peacocks, emus, kangaroos and others. The zoo hosts Egg hunts, children's games and other events during Easter while the Pumpkin Patch, Giant Maze, GaGa Ball Pit and others are highlights of the fall season.

27 km
from city center 18 out of 244
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The AT and T stadium is one of the largest and expensive stadium in the NFL league. It spans up to 3 million sq feet in size with an estimated cost of USD 1.48 billion. Home to the Dallas Cowboys, attending a game at the AT&T Stadium is always an unforgettable experience. Even if you’re not fond of the game it will still be worth the visit as you can enjoy the excellent architecture, artworks, and tours provided.

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Wild Things Zoofari was founded in the year 2010 and is an organisation that goes to various schools and libraries in Texas performing shows meant to educate people about the various species and about their conservation. Animal and Reptile shows are aimed at providing the audience with hands-on experience on their behaviour, habitats, reproduction and conservation. Wild Things Zoofari is also known for its petting zoos, Nativity Scenes, camel and pony rides and carousel rides.

20 km
from city center 20 out of 244
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The Ripley’s Believe It or Not is an absolutely amazing franchise started by Robert Ripple. The park at Grand Prairie is one of the largest franchises that was to be opened. The park is full of family-friendly exhibits that give an insight into the weirdest and most unbelievable events that have taken place. In addition to this, the Ripley’s Believe it or not has parking, dining, and accessibility options available for its visitors.

12 km
from city center 21 out of 244
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Located north of the Love Field Airport in northwest Dallas, Bachman Lake Park is a 205.5-acre metropolitan park. It is a large green space and a treat for those who love nature and adventure sports. The park is the place to be when it comes to hiking or biking since it has a trail, getting a great view of the lake, or going boating; there is a boat ramp as well as a boathouse on the land.

1 km
from city center 22 out of 244
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Belo Garden is a public park managed by the City of Dallas and Downtown Dallas Inc. in downtown Dallas’ Main Street District. Open throughout the year, the park offers visitors a refuge from the busy city. It opened to the public in 2012 and was formerly a parking lot.

26 km
from city center 23 out of 244
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An absolute treat for dog owners and lovers, NorthBark Dog Park is loacted in north Dallas. Spread out over an area of about 22.3 acres, the park has a number of amenities for both dogs and people to enjoy. When it comes to dogs, there are trails, lawns, and a swale perfect for running around, and a dog beach as well as a lake for them to swim in.

22 km
from city center 24 out of 244
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The first dog park built by the City of Dallas, Wagging Tail Dog Park is a 6.9-acre off-leash park for dogs in the northern part of Dallas. Dogs are allowed to be off the leash at the park, and the large and small dog areas are perfect for them to run around in. There is also a walking trail within the property for owners to walk their dogs.

14 km
from city center 25 out of 244
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The ideal place to bring children, Peter Pan Park is located at the end of a residential street in a relatively quite area. Benches and picnic tables provide a place for parents to sit and keep their belongings while the playground is meant for children to play in.

12 km
from city center 26 out of 244
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Established in 1971, Twin Falls Park is a compact park in Dallas’ Wolf Creek neighbourhood. This small space is ideal for bringing dogs. While it is a suitable park for walking, jogging or other forms of exercise, there are picnic tables and benches to sit on, read a book, or enjoy a meal.

2 km
from city center 27 out of 244
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A 7.4-acre historic park, it is a safe green area in Uptown Dallas that was built around 1915 on a former wetland. The space is suitable for children, adults as well as pets. Griggs Park is a splendid location to set up a small picnic, read under the shade of trees, engage in some painting or simply relax while soaking in nature’s bounty.

2 km
from city center 28 out of 244
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Exall Park is not only one of the cleanest and most popular parks in Dallas built in 1914 but also the largest Central Business District public park in the city. The park is suitable for people of all age groups and has several amenities to offer. For children, there is a playground with play equipment, an outdoor basketball court, softball field as well as an area for soccer and baseball.

11 km
from city center 29 out of 244
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Ferguson Park is a 9.5-acre neighbourhood park that was built in 1953 and is best suited for kids. The outdoor basketball court, soccer field, and softball field provide enough space to engage in sports activities while the playground with its playing equipment offer another source of amusement.

11 km
from city center 30 out of 244
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White Rock Lake Dog Park lies adjacent to the White Rock Lake Park and is a fairly popular destination for dog owners to bring their pets, owing to its facilities and proximity to the lake. This is an off-leash park that is completely fenced off, and there is a large as well as a small dog area, equipped with a drinking fountain, drinking bowls and a pet waste station.

3 km
from city center 31 out of 244
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Reverchon Park was known formerly as Turtle Creek Park and was built in 1915 in Dallas’ Oak Lawn area. One of the city’s oldest parks, it runs along Turtle Creek with entrances on that side and at Maple Avenue. There are basketball, tennis and sand volleyball courts along with a baseball field for some recreational sports, trails for walking, hiking or biking, and enough garden area for yoga.

9 km
from city center 32 out of 244
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Built around 1930 in the southern part of Dallas, Kiest Park is one of the most popular parks in the city when it comes to adult and youth sports activities. It houses 16 hard tennis courts, a championship softball complex and auxiliary softball fields, a baseball field, a soccer complex, and volleyball courts.

4 km
from city center 33 out of 244
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This community park in the Dallas Floodway happens to be close to the Sylvan Avenue Bridge and a terrific destination for sports and other recreational activities. Trammel Crow Park has designated spaces for soccer as well as cricket. Trinity Skyline Trail and Trinity Levee Top Loop Trail are meant for walking, hiking or biking while Crow Lake is ideal for boating; there is a boat ramp along with a trailer parking.

8 km
from city center 34 out of 244
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Lakewood Park is a neighbourhood park that stretches out over an area of 16.7 acres and is suitable for people of all ages. The swimming pool, baseball field, basketball court and the tennis court make the park a fitting choice for some physical activity or sports, as do the trails which are suitable for walking or hiking.

1 km
from city center 35 out of 244
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Main Street Garden Park, surrounded by Main Street, Commerce Street, Harwood Street and St. Paul Street, in downtown Dallas, is a public park that opened in 2009 and has multiple amenities. It is a preferred park for many, especially from the downtown area, to enjoy a stroll, do some yoga, go jogging, sit under the sun on the lawn or bring their dogs to its urban run.

6 km
from city center 36 out of 244
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Situated in the posh Highland Park and next to Turtle Creel, Lakeside Park is a 14-acre piece of lush green land with a lot to offer. While the park is excellent for taking a stroll or jogging in the morning, or for picnics, it is known more so for its architectural elements: Teddy Bear Sculptures and Read Memorial.

4 km
from city center 37 out of 244
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Previously known as Oak Lawn Park, Turtle Creek Park is one of the must visit parks in Dallas because it offers visitors the chance to find a little bit of serenity amidst the busy city. The park is extremely clean and safe and is known for its green lawns and its creeks.

4 km
from city center 38 out of 244
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Situated at the corner of Cedar Springs and Hood Street in the Oak Lawn neighbourhood, Dragon Park is not exactly a proper garden but a private lush green piece of land in the middle of the city that isn’t the easiest to find. It was built to accompany the adjacent Select Salon Dallas and has several mystical yet calming features that make it the idyllic location to relax.

4 km
from city center 39 out of 244
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The Cedar Crest Golf course was established in 1916, designed by A. W. Tillinghast. It is home to the 1972 PGA Championship making it a historic course. It is equipped with an 18 hole course and spans up to 6,532 yards.

6 km
from city center 40 out of 244
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Dallas National Golf Club is a High- end private golf course built in 2002, designed by Tom Fazio. The course spans 7,326 yards in length and is built on a former limestone canyon which adds to the natural elevation of the course. It is considered the standard of measurement of golf courses in Dallas. The club has a limitation of 350 members and membership is obtained via invitation only; guest visits are allowed if accompanied by a member of the club.

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from city center 41 out of 244
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The Luna Vista Golf course is a part of the L.B. Houston Sports Complex; previously it was known as the LB Houston Golf Course and was originally established in 1969. It underwent extreme renovation and debuted with a new name in October of 2012. The course stretches up to 6,800 yards in length and provides a picturesque backdrop for golfers to enjoy. Four different sets of tee are provided at Luna Vista which allows the players to play to their skill level, thus the course attracts both beginners and low handicappers.

13 km
from city center 43 out of 244
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The Golf Club of Dallas is a semi-private golf course opened in 1953, built by Perry Maxwell and Press Maxwell. It was also previously known as Oak Cliff Country Club. It hosted the PGA Tour’s Dallas Open from 1958-1962 and later again in 1964-1967. The course is active all year round and is open to Guests. The course spanning up to 6719 yards is heralded as one of the toughest in Dallas, attracting those with a passion for Championship Golf.

7 km
from city center 44 out of 244
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The Dallas Country Club is a private, member-owned club. The golf course was founded in 1896, designed by Tom Bendelow and Jay Morrish. It overlooks Highland Park and features a yard length of 6561, 18 holes, and four sets of tee for different skill sets; however, reservation for tee time is not possible.

18 km
from city center 45 out of 244
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The TPC Four season, Las Colinas is a championship course designed by Jay Morish, Byron Nelson, and Ben Crenshaw. The course was constructed as a stadium course and since it’s opening in 1983, it has hosted the PGA Tour’s Nelson event from 1983 to 2017.

16 km
from city center 46 out of 244
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Dallas Athletic Club, popularly known as DAC is a private country club established in 1919. It was originally located at the corner of St Paula and Live Oak Street and in 1954, it relocated to the eastern intersection of Interstate 30 and 635.

9 km
from city center 47 out of 244
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Brook Hollow Golf Club is one of the oldest and most prestigious golf courses in Dallas. It was founded in 1920 and designed by A.W. Tillinghast. It is a private course spanning up to 6,703 yards in length. The tight tree-lined fairways and small green make the course challenging to players. Membership to the club is exclusive and the top 1% elites of Dallas’ population are a part of the club. It is also a prominent venue to host large-scale charity events, weddings, and parties.

5 km
from city center 48 out of 244
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Stevens Park Golf Course is a Public/Municipal Golf Course, built-in 1922. It was redesigned and re-opened in 2011 by Colligan Golf Design. Spanning 6,285 yards in length, it is equipped with 18 regulation holes with a wide variation of holes from doglegs to straight holes. The location of the course is favorable as it is just 10 minutes away from downtown Dallas. It is easily accessible via public transportation, due to which the course gets very crowded on weekends.

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Stone Street Gardens is like a little cranny connecting Main Street and Elm Street. It is an urban oasis in downtown Dallas that is a collection of eating and hangout joints with varieties like Mexican, modern American, and seafood, and classic Italian.

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Northwood Club is a private, member-owned club; founded in 1946, originally designed by Bill Diddel. It hosted the US Opens golf championship in 1952 and it was ranked as the 5th toughest open golf course in 2016. The 6,868-yard course has been consistently featured amongst Texas’ top twenty courses. In 2015 under Trip Davis, the course was renovated and in 2018 it reopened with four new short-hole courses. Membership to the club is via invitation only. Guest visits are allowed if accompanied by a member of the club.

33 km
from city center 51 out of 244
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The Grapevine Golf Course is a municipal golf course, opened designed by Joe Finger and Byron Nelson in 1979. In 1999 it underwent renovation via Golf Resources, Inc which added nine holes to the course lengthening it to 6901 yards. The Annual GrapeFest Golf Classic tournament which helps in the local scholarship fund is held in September at the course. It is a popular venue to host weddings, meetings and luncheons. Along with the economical budget, the staff and the service extend to the well-maintained value of the course making every penny spent worth the experience.

23 km
from city center 52 out of 244
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Bent Tree Country Club is a private member-owned club, opened in1974. It was designed on 190 acres of former cotton fields by Desmond Muirhead. The LPGA and the Senior PGA tournaments were frequently hosted by the club in the 1980s. The location of the club is in a hot spot, featuring a challenging water play with 7081 yards in length. It is a membership exclusive club however guests are allowed when accompanied by a member.

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What are the top hotels in Dallas?

There are 348 Hotels in Dallas which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Dallas are The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, POSH UPTOWN 2 BED RM CONDO, HOTELette Dallas, â˜…Posh Area High Rise Upper Floor 1Br Apartment, Heart of Uptown | Dining, entertainment, nightlife, Comfortable #Staycay Close to Everything In Dallas. You can see all the hotels in Dallas here

What are the top sightseeing places in Dallas?

The top sightseeing places in Dallas are The sixth floor museum, The reunion tower, Dallas Museum of art, Dallas zoo, Fontiers of flight museum, The Nasher sculpture center.

How can I commute within Dallas?

There are two main public transportation options in the city, DART and Super Shuttle service. The local light rail system is known as DART, and it provides 45 miles of service. An all-day pass is only USD 5. In addition to light rail, there is a Monday-Saturday commuter train called Trinity Rail Express that operates between Dallas and Fort Worth. Choosing either train to either city center costs USD 2.50/passenger. Taxi rides into either downtown can cost USD 40 USD or more. Consider using the Super Shuttle service, which is usually less expensive than a cab.
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1. The sixth floor museum

2. The reunion tower

3. Dallas Museum of art

4. Dallas zoo

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5. Fontiers of flight museum

6. The Nasher sculpture center

7. The meadows museum

8. Dallas world aquarium

9. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

10. Six Flags Over Texas

11. Klyde Warren Park

12. White Rock Lake Park

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13. Fort Worth Zoo

14. Dealey Plaza, Dallas

15. Oba Farms Mobile Petting Zoo

16. Ewe Pet Mobile Petting Zoo & Pony Ride Parties

17. Gentle Zoo

18. AT & T Stadium

19. Wild Things Zoofari

20. Ripley's Believe It or Not

21. Bachman Lake Park

22. Belo Garden

23. NorthBark Dog Park

24. Wagging Tail Dog Park

25. Peter Pan Park

26. Twin Falls Park

27. Griggs Park

28. Exall Park

29. Ferguson Park

30. White Rock Lake Dog Park

31. Reverchon Park

32. Kiest Park

33. Trammell Crow Park

34. Lakewood Park Dallas

35. Main Street Garden Park

36. Lakeside Park Dallas

37. Turtle Creek Park

38. Dragon Park

39. Cedar Crest Golf Course

40. Tenison Park Golf Course

41. Dallas National Golf Club

42. Luna Vista Golf Course

43. Golf Club of Dallas

44. Dallas Country Club

45. TPC Four Seasons Las Colinas

46. Dallas Athletic Club

47. Brook Hollow Golf Club

48. Stevens Park Golf Course

49. Stone Street Gardens

50. Northwood Club

51. Grapevine Golf Course

52. Bent Tree Country Club

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