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Dallas Arboretum

On the shores of White Rock Lake, just minutes from downtown, 66 acres of floral splendor afford a peaceful counterbalance to the pace of urban life. Also on grounds are two historical mansions, the DeGolyer House and the Camp Estate, which were built in 1939 and feature 17th- and 18th-century art and furniture. Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. daily. Closed major holidays. Tours of the DeGolyer House 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 8525 Garland Road (Texas 78) overlooking White Rock Lake. 214/515-6500. www.dallasarboretum.org.

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Lodging

Lodging

Whether you like quaint cabins, five-star hotels or even rustic dude-ranch digs, there’s always a place to sleep in style.

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Podcast Walking Tours

Podcast Walking Tours

The best way to explore Texas is to go where the locals go. And we’ll tell you exactly where that is. Just download our podcast walking tours, head out on foot and listen. It’s a genuine Texas experience, one step at a time.

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Texas Videos

From the diverse beauty that surrounds you to the unique people you meet along the way, everything about Texas beckons you to visit. So think of these as more than videos: they’re an invitation to visit the place we’re proud to call home.

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Attractions

Attractions

Adventure sports, cultural exploration, live music... the list goes on and on. Here, there’s always an attraction to fit your vacation style.

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8525 Garland Road
Dallas, Texas
75218
Phone: 214/515-6500

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Hours

Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. daily. Closed major holidays. Tours of the DeGolyer House 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Featured Attraction

West End Historic District

This turn-of-the-century warehouse district west of downtown is the site of more than 100 restaurants, shops and nightclubs in the restored, red brick warehouses. Check out the many historical sites in walking distance or take a horse-drawn carriage ride. Lamar, Record and Market streets. 214/741-7180. www.dallaswestend.org.

City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes

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Popular Attractions

With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.

Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
City: Fritch
Region: Panhandle Plains

Billy Bob's Texas
City: Fort Worth
Region: Prairies and Lakes

Caddo Mounds State Historic Site
City: Alto
Region: Piney Woods

Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast

The Alamo
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains

Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country

Big Bend National Park
City: Big Bend National Park Area
Region: Big Bend Country

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