Dallas, Texas 7 Day Itinerary

7-Day Itinerary for Dallas, Texas

Day 1: Arrival & Explore Downtown Dallas

  • Morning: Check-in at your hotel. We recommend JW Marriott Dallas or The Ritz-Carlton, both centrally located.
  • Afternoon: Visit the Dallas Museum of Art and Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
  • Evening: Dine at Abacus Restaurant for upscale American cuisine.
  • Things to Know: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the main airport serving the area. Consider renting a car for mobility.

Day 2: The Sixth Floor Museum & Klyde Warren Park

  • Morning: Visit The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza to learn about JFK’s assassination.
  • Afternoon: Spend time at Klyde Warren Park, a popular urban park.
  • Evening: Dine at Meddlesome Tavern in Uptown for contemporary American dishes.

Day 3: Dallas Arboretum & Southern Food Tour

  • Morning: Explore the beautiful Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden.
  • Afternoon: Take a Dallas Food and Culture Walking Tour to taste local flavors.
  • Evening: Enjoy a meal at Smoke, a popular barbecue restaurant.

Day 4: Visit the George W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum

  • Morning: Drive to the University of Texas at Dallas (about 20 minutes from downtown) to visit the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum.
  • Afternoon: Head to Reunion Tower for a Skyline View and visit the Dallas World Aquarium.
  • Evening: Dine at Mirabelle for French cuisine in the Bishop Arts District.

Day 5: Visit the Perot’s Nasher Sculpture Center & Deep Ellum

  • Morning: Spend your morning exploring the Perot’s Nasher Sculpture Center.
  • Afternoon: Head to Deep Ellum for street art, music venues, and unique shops.
  • Evening: Dine at Pecan Lodge in the Bishop Arts District for Texas-style barbecue.

Day 6: Visit the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District (Day Trip)

  • Morning: Drive to Fort Worth (about 40 minutes away). Explore the historic district, including the Cowtown Coliseum and Stockyards Museum.
  • Afternoon: Watch the Cattle Drive, a daily event starting at 11:30 am.
  • Evening: Return to Dallas. Have dinner at Knife for exceptional steaks.

Day 7: Departure

  • Morning/Afternoon: Spend your last hours exploring any remaining attractions or shopping in the Galleria Dallas, one of the largest shopping malls in Texas.
  • Departure: Head to DFW Airport for your flight home.

Tips:

  1. Check out the free M-Line Trolley for transportation around downtown Dallas.
  2. Remember that Texas is known for its hospitality, so don’t hesitate to ask locals for recommendations!
  3. Be prepared for hot summers and mild winters. Pack accordingly.
  4. Texas is famous for barbecue, but it also has a thriving food scene with diverse culinary offerings. Enjoy exploring the various cuisines!