![]() Don’t stay in any of the AirBnBs in the residential neighborhoods surrounding the Stockyards. I will caution you that while the Stockyards itself is safe, the area surrounding the Stockyards, known as “northside” is pretty rough. There are three chain hotels in the Stockyards, and three smaller historic hotels. DALLAS - There is plenty to do in and around Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend. There are also a fair amount of restaurants in the area. The area there is home to Billy Bobs honky tonk (my guess as to where they will do the buckle presentations each night), and smaller bars such as the White Elephant. The Stockyards are 4 miles north of downtown, and 19 miles from the Stadium. There are lots of hotels downtown, including the fancy ones like the Worthington and Omni. When you tire of downtown Dallas, shop till you drop at Highland Park Village, hike or bike the trails at White Rock Lake, or venture to Fort Worth for Tex-Mex dining and larger-than-life. The area called “Sundance Square” is in central downtown, and there will be a big Christmas tree up in December. Downtown itself has lots of restaurants and bars, and it is very safe and fun at night. If you’re wanting to be close to where Cowboy Christmas will most likely be held (Fort Worth Convention Center), and in between the Stockyards and the Stadium, then you’ll want to be downtown. There are some bars in downtown Arlington, and the Texas Live! complex next to the stadium. As the largest museum of African American Folk Art. There are lots of chain hotels within a few miles of the stadium, and lots of restaurants in Arlington, but not too much nightlife. Another of the free things to do in Dallas is the African American Museum. Globe Life FIeld is 15 miles directly East from downtown Fort Worth in Arlington. Popular Dallas attractions also include the Dallas Zoo, the Dallas Arboretum, the Texas Discovery Gardens, several historical sites and a bunch of top-rated restaurants. It sat waiting very still, watching for a chance to score breakfast among its large koi population.Īnswer: I’m also planning to attend the NFR! See y’all there! I savored the experience and photographed the waterfalls, meandering pond, and a large bird who landed on a tree in the middle of the water. It is beautifully designed and well maintained, but be aware its steps do not accommodate people needing walkers or wheelchairs. Visiting the Japanese Gardens again was still a treat. Again, I had to ask for help - once I saw someone around to ask. While technically not in Dallas, Fort Worth is only a short twenty-five minute drive away and certainly should not be missed if you are visiting Dallas. Finding an open restroom posed another challenge. Thankfully, the old growth trees shaded at least half my way. ![]() ![]() My request included a caution that a lot of walking was required to get to my destination. Although I had a map printed from their web site, I had to ask directions. Unfortunately, I chose to make a return visit on a hot day and did not know that only the main parking area was accessible to visitors. The sublimely beautiful Fort Worth Japanese Gardens is one of many gardens in the Fort Worth Botanial Gardens and free to the public. ![]()
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