Downtown Neighborhood Guide
Welcome to Bustling Downtown Dallas
Although the number of residents living in downtown Dallas declined in the late 1990's, forecasts by the Central Texas Council predict the area will grow 500% by the year 2030. Many historic buildings are being converted into trendy residential lofts, and young professionals in search of an urban lifestyle are flocking to the area.
About Downtown Dallas
Downtown has a lot to offer in term of museums, entertainment venues, restaurants and shopping. Conveniently located next to major highways and public transportation, downtown Dallas is becoming a great option for young Dallasites to work, live and explore.
This is the video tour from The Little Elm Neighborhood Guide. The Downtown Video will be published in the near Future!
Things To do in Downtown Dallas
Dallas Farmers Market
Check out this sprawling daily market with a focus on seasonal produce plus meat, honey, specialty foods and flowers.
Klyde Warren Park
With its food trucks and areas for play, this park never fails to impress.
Dallas World Aquarium
The Dallas World Aquarium has been accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since 1997 and a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) since 2000.
Museum of Illusions
We offer you an intriguing visual, sensory and educational experience with more than 60 Illusions sourced from around the world.
Reunion Tower
Visit Reunion Tower with your family, friends, or sweetheart and create unforgettable memories at 470 feet in the air.
Dallas Museum of Art
Established in 1903, the Dallas Museum of Art (DMA) is among the 10 largest art museums in the country and is distinguished by its commitment to research, innovation and public engagement.
Main Street Garden Park
Owned by the City of Dallas and managed and maintained by Downtown Dallas, Inc., Main Street Garden is a community gathering place for downtown residents, employees, and visitors.
Winspear Opera House
The Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House is an opera house located in the Arts District of downtown Dallas, Texas. Designed as a 21st-century reinterpretation of the traditional opera house, the Winspear seats 2,200 in a traditional horseshoe configuration.
AT&T Performing Arts Center
There is no better place to explore and experience live performing arts than the AT&T Performing Arts Center in the Dallas Arts District. On its vibrant 10-acre downtown campus, the nonprofit Center operates three of the nation’s finest performance venues: the Winspear Opera House, Wyly Theatre, Strauss Square and the welcoming public green space, Sammons Park.
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How Are the Schools in Downtown Dallas?
The public schools in downtown Dallas are rated C+ by Niche.
(Niche assign ratings to schools and are commonly used by parents to make a decision.)
Commute Times
Dallas Love Field Airport 14m. by car
Dallas Executive Airport 14m. by car
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport 20m. by car
Central Dallas 2m. by car
Boundaries
East to West: Highway 75 to Interstate 35E
North to South: Woodall Rodgers Freeway to Interstate 30
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The Downtown Lifestyle
Dallas’ urban core is an exciting and diverse collection of environments, experiences, and neighborhoods, each with its own character, personality, and purpose. From historic buildings and museums to first-rate art facilities and an endless selection of amazing restaurants, downtown Dallas provides a place for almost any taste.
Why You’ll Fall in Love With Downtown
Residents have the ability to enjoy a car-free lifestyle, especially if they’re lucky enough to both work and live downtown. The neighborhood is the central hub of DART’s light-rail and bus systems, so there’s no better place in town from which to take advantage of public transportation. Additionally, there’s plenty of culture and cuisine to make everyone happy. Overall, there’s a good mix of things to do and keep you busy, but it all retains its small-town charm that allows you to relax a little bit.
Homes in downtown Dallas
High-rise living dominates Downtown’s housing options with town-homes rising in popularity in recent years.