DOWN! town

BEST of Downtown

Downtown Dallas offers something for everyone, whether you are a Metroplex family looking for fun or an international firm seeking office space. Celebrate every day of the New Year with the Best of Downtown! It’s all right here, and you’re invited to come on DOWNTOWN.



BEST PLACE TO GET CARDED

J. ERIK J0NSS0N CENTRAL LIBRARY-books, research facilities, exhibits, concerts, classes, a renowned Children’s Center plus a bookstore.



BEST WAY TO SPEND YOUR AFTERNOON

AFTERNOON TEA AT THE HOTEL ADOLPHUS-a civilized repast served in the sumptuous Lobby Living Room.



MOST UNFORGETTABLE EXHIBITION

THE SIXTH FLOOR MUSEUM-a moving examination of the life, death and legacy of President John F. Kennedy.



BEST PUCE TO LIVE

ANYWHERE IN DOWNTOWN!-Five developments are available now with three opening this year, including the landmark Wilson Building.



BEST PLACE TO GET FRESH

DALLAS FARMERS MARKET-seasonal bounty and the Spring & Fall Chef’s Cooking Class Series featuring Dallas’ top chefs.



BIGGEST MAKEOVER

HUTS MARK DALLAS-the Southland Center reborn as Texas’ largest hotel with 1.844 rooms.



BEST PAINT JOBS

“MASS TRANSIT” AND “THE STORM”- 12-story murals adorning parking garages on Pacific and San Jacinto.



BEST PLACE FOR OVERALL FUN

WEST END MARKET PLACE-shopping, dining, dancing, movies and games all in one building.



BEST TIME FOR DANCE

LABOR MY WEEKEND-at the free dance festival produced by Arts District Friends.



BE8T “MUSE-1CAL” VENUE

THE MEYERSON SYMPHONY CENTER-the magnificent home of the acclaimed Dallas Symphony Orchestra.



BEST PLACE TO STEER VISITORS

PIONEER PLAZA-larger-than-life bronze sculptures, native plants and a tumbling waterfall recreate Texas’ famous cattle drives.



BEST PUCE TO SHOP UNTIL YOU DROP

NEIMAN MARCUS-the legendary retailer for the finest in fashion and gifts.



BEST URBAN ANIMAL ADVENTURE

DALLAS WORLD AQUARIUM-a tropical paradise of fish, reptiles, birds and mammals.



BEST PLACE TO BE THURSDAY NIGHTS

DALLAS MUSEUM OF ART-an artful open house with free concerts, art discussions and admission to all exhibits.



BEST WAY 10 GET AROUND

DART-the light rail system has six Downtown stations and the charming trolley-buses loop around Downtown.



BEST PLACE FOR COOL EXERCISE

AMERICAS ICE GARDEN-ice skating lessons and sessions at the Plaza of the Americas.



BEST UNIFORM

DALLAS AMBASSADORS-dressed in red and blue, this safely and hospitality ream serves as extra eyes and ears for the Dallas Police Department.