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The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Downtown Dallas, Texas (TX)
You may have all heard that everything is bigger in Texas. Well, Dallas does its best to fulfill that promise. You'll find several museums with vast art collections and fascinating specialty museums like The Sixth Floor Museum/Texas School Book Depository, which, though small in size, offers an immense amount of information about the assassination of John F. Kennedy. And of course, visit a local steakhouse for a terrific (and enormous) meal.
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1. AT&T Discovery District
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
As a technology and media company, we don't just connect the world - we connect people and culture. The AT&T Discovery District(R) is where all this comes together - and everyone's invited. After all, life's better when we get together and share new experiences. Leave your expectations at the door. The District is a celebration of innovation, right in the heart of downtown Dallas.
2. Spirit Of Communication
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Spirit of Communication is the formal name for a statue originally called Genius of Telegraphy. The statue has been the symbol of AT&T since its commission was completed in 1916. It is also known informally as "Golden Boy." The statue was crafted by Evelyn Beatrice Longman and weighs more than 16 tons, stands 24 ft tall, and its wings extend 9 ft. It is cast in bronze and covered with gold leaf.
3. Reunion Tower
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4.5 based on 3,794 reviews
Reunion Tower, an iconic Dallas landmark, offers panoramic 360-degree views of the Dallas skyline. Located next to the Hyatt Regency Dallas, the Reunion Tower GeO-Deck offers an indoor/outdoor observation deck and unique entertaining spaces. Visit with family, friends, a group or your sweetheart to create unforgettable memories at 470 feet in the air! * Restaurants are currently closed for renovations.
Reviewed By TDB_12 - Bristol, United Kingdom
Bought a City Pass which saves you money on all the places of interest. No queues on the day we visited, handbags checked on entry. Can take as long as you like viewing the sites, and sitting in the geo-deck, where you can buy refreshments, the floor moves around very gently/slowly so you can see full circle view as you relax. Need to wait to be taken up/down in the lift. Busy times will mean lots of queuing/waiting no doubt.
4. Pioneer Plaza
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4.5 based on 738 reviews
Reviewed By eae777 - Dallas, United States
it is a wonderful example of the real feel of a cattle drive/these statues are timeless and stunning
5. Dallas Cattle Drive Sculptures
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4.5 based on 1,018 reviews
Reviewed By kennyhall1944 - Tamworth, Australia
We made a visit here as part of a Dallas Fort Worth tour and the sculptures depicting the drive of the longhorn cattle from Dallas to Fort Worth were well worth seeing. The intricate detail and the number of the sculptures was most impressive. Easily found down from Main Dallas station near the Cinvention centre
6. Grassy Knoll
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4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By GReyMaiden - Maidenhead, United Kingdom
In Dallas this week and just had to visit the site of the shooting of JFK. The grassy knoll is close to Dealey Plaza the birthplace of Dallas. There are quite a few helpful signs around to help you work out what happened on the fateful day. If you are lucky you may catch a conspiracy theorist who will show you that all may not have been as it seemed. Look out for the crosses on the road where the shots hit the president.
7. Thanks-Giving Square
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4.0 based on 141 reviews
Thanks-Giving Square is a place that inspires gratitude and honors the great American and world traditions of thanksgiving. Designed in 1976 by architect Philip Johnson, this island of serenity in the heart of downtown Dallas contains a landscaped meditation garden with cascading fountains and a chapel open to people of all faiths and traditions. Gabriel Loire's dramatic "Glory Window" and Norman Rockwell's "Golden Rule" mosaic are highlights of the art collection on display. Visitor guide available in English, Spanish, Chinese, French, Russian, Arabic. Braille/tactile signage available. The garden is open 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. every day. The Chapel of Thanksgiving is open 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every day. The Hall of Thanksgiving is open by special appointment only. Please call or email to inquire.
Reviewed By Nell-South - Terrytown, United States
I enjoyed walking through the Bible verses and reading the meaning of Thanksgiving. Very peaceful and tranquility.
8. Old Red Museum
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4.0 based on 460 reviews
Dedicated to the cultural, economic, political and social history of Dallas County, this museum is housed in the beautifully Old Red Courthouse.
Reviewed By grayhairedtrvlr - Dallas, United States
Having lived in the area for many years and watching this building being renovated, we decided it was time to visit. The building itself is quite a structure and the museum is extremely interesting. There are displays on the first floor regarding the building and it’s history, renovation,etc. as well as a temporary exhibit. The museum is on the second floor and divided into 4 time periods. Obviously it is important to start at the beginning however if very early history does not thrill you, you can visit any time period you wish. We started at the beginning and worked through all 4 time periods. We found all to be interesting and learned many things about Dallas and the surrounding area. I would suggest following up with a visit to the Dallas Heritage Village which is located approximately on the site where Dallas began and is a representation of old Dallas.
9. Giant Eyeball
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4.0 based on 329 reviews
Reviewed By bountifulblesssings - Lancaster, United States
Sitting in the heart of downtown Dallas, this phenomenal eye is beyond intriguing. Be sure to look at it straight on and then take note of how it changes as you view it along the fence. You can really appreciate the details the artist put into this scupture by viewing it at different angles. It's lit up at night and is a definite must see!
10. AT&T Lobby & Showcase
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Visitors are welcome to step into the modern media lobby at AT&T’s global headquarters to experience a one-of-a-kind, floor-to-ceiling fusion of architecture, multimedia content and technology. While you’re there, don’t forget to check out the latest exhibit in the AT&T Showcase – our new art gallery. Coming soon.
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