Dallas Design District

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Dallas Design District
Fine dining and craft beer meet antique dealers, art galleries and boutique shopping at this former warehouse district of Dallas.

Explore the burgeoning entertainment and retail opportunities available in the hip Dallas Design District. Once just a group of nondescript warehouses, the area began to change after the 1950s. First furniture stores and design studios took advantage of cheap locations for their showrooms. Later came today’s wide selection of cool bars, restaurants, fashion outlets and galleries.

Art enthusiasts can enjoy exhibitions ranging from contemporary to French impressionism. Regional, national and international artists present thought-provoking themes at Dallas Contemporary. Admire works by contemporary British artists, such as Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin, at the Goss Michael Foundation. Delve into the evolution of motorcycles via more than 200 bikes at the Haas Moto Museum & Sculpture Gallery.

Homegrown designers and luxury fashion labels line up along the neighborhood’s streets. Head to Slocrum Street to search for antiques, collectibles and objets d’art. Howell Street is the setting for some of the best thrift stores and vintage clothing boutiques in Dallas. Enjoy window-shopping among housewares and furniture shops, artists’ studios, glassworks and jewelers.

From taco joints and tapas bars to a traditional American diner and the iconic Texas barbecue restaurant, the culinary scene here is varied and abundant. Sample craft ciders while playing classic arcade games, sip award-winning craft beers and join a brewery tour. Have fun at Bowlounge, a retro bowling alley, cocktail bar and taproom with a lively warehouse setting.

Find pockets of greenery on the Trinity Strand Trail, a meandering walking and biking pathway that follows the course of the Trinity River. The Trinity Levee Trail and Trinity Skyline Trail cut through nearby Trammell Crow Park. Relax on the park’s lush green lawns, spot cow sculptures and gaze toward the glistening towers of the Dallas skyline.

Dallas Design District is a lovely neighborhood northwest of Downtown Dallas. A public bus service stops at intervals on the district’s principal avenue, North Riverfront Boulevard. Use the free parking areas offered by many of the businesses.


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Top hotels in Dallas Design District

Tru by Hilton Dallas Downtown Market Center
Tru by Hilton Dallas Downtown Market Center
2.5 out of 5
1949 N STEMMONS FWY, Dallas, TX
The price is €110 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€110
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (857 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Tru by Hilton Dallas Downtown Market Center
Virgin Hotels Dallas
Virgin Hotels Dallas
4.5 out of 5
1445 Turtle Creek Boulevard, Dallas, TX
The price is €298 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€298
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,033 reviews)
"Great hotel with an upscale romantic design!"

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Virgin Hotels Dallas
 Hilton Anatole
Hilton Anatole
4.5 out of 5
2201 N Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX
The price is €155 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
€155
per night
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Hilton Anatole
Sheraton Suites Market Center Dallas
Sheraton Suites Market Center Dallas
3.5 out of 5
2101 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX
The price is €139 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
€139
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"The staff is amazing there"

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2024

Sheraton Suites Market Center Dallas
DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Market Center
DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Market Center
4 out of 5
2015 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX
The price is €137 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€137
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Mrs. Faith took care of us and our boys!!!"

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Market Center
Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown
Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown
4 out of 5
1401 Commerce St, Dallas, TX
The price is €133 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
€133
per night
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,129 reviews)
"Dallas has good people overall. The Magnolia is good over all. I would like to stay here again. There are always things that can be complained about but this is true in regular daily life. Good stay at the Magnolia; good location & food options."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Dallas Design District

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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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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
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 World Aquarium 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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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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Highland Park

You'll enjoy the riverfront and shopping in Highland Park. You might want to make time for a stop at Highland Park Shopping Village or Knox-Henderson Shopping District.

Highland Park

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