Equipped with skyscrapers and rolling green terrain, Dallas, Texas is both a huge city and an outdoorsy hub of the surrounding area. I’ve listed my top 3 green spaces below, to give you an idea of the many captivating sights at hand. Use any of these areas to soak up the sun without breaking the bank. Don’t forget the sunscreen!
You’ve heard it before: Everything is bigger in Texas. At 68 acres, this not-so-small stretch of land happens to be the nation’s largest urban arts district. The space is native to festivals, performances, museums and local arts organizations. Use your sense of adventure to explore the area solo, or if you have a few bucks to spare, jump onto the tail end of a tour group. The Arts District Architecture tour is only $5 with a student ID. View other specialty tours here.
Take an interlude from the concrete jungle of downtown Dallas. Although the towering skyscrapers are spectacular, sometimes you need a little quiet time with mother nature. The public park Belo Garden serves as an oasis. Choose to sit back and relax or get up and get moving with the interactive water fountain!
If you’re looking to spend the day outdoors, this lush green wonderland is a must-see. The picturesque scene is located in East Dallas and is often referred to as “the crown jewel of the Dallas parks system.” Perfect for biking, reading, lounging, and getting in tune with your inner fisherman at the White Rock Lake pier.
