Best Free Things to do in Dallas, Texas

Dallas, Texas
Dallas, Texas. Photo by Daniel Halseth on Unsplash

A visit to Dallas, Texas, can be an expensive affair if you end up being lured into its lavish shopping centers and fancy restaurants. But if you manage to resist, you will discover that the city is quite budget-friendly to tourists. This is mainly due to its abundance of free tourist attractions and activities. Check out some of the best below.

Dallas Museum of Art

Dallas Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the U.S. and is free to enter. It doesn’t get much better than that when you are looking for free things to do in Dallas. The museum has 24,000 objects in its collection, ranging from prehistoric to contemporary art, including paintings, sculptures, artifacts, and more. The highlights include El Greco’s “St. John,” Claude Monet’s “Water Lilies,” and Edgar Degas’ sculpture “The Masseuse.”

Dealey Plaza

Often considered the “birthplace of Dallas,” Dealey Plaza has some of the city’s most important historical landmarks. You’ll be able to see some impressive buildings, beautifully designed fountains, sculptures, and more. This was also the place where John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, was assassinated.

Klyde Warren Park

If you need to get away from the urban side of Dallas, then head to Klyde Warren Park. Arguably the most beautiful green space in the city, the park will charm you with its landscape that features beautiful flower gardens, decorated pathways, public art, and more.