Bishop Arts District Travel Guide

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Bishop Arts District
Bishop Arts District
Bishop Arts District
Bishop Arts District
Bishop Arts District

Just outside the city centre, this charming neighbourhood exudes a trendy and eclectic ambiance, with a friendly community and many boutique stores and galleries. 

Among the most distinctive neighborhoods in Dallas, the Bishop Arts District is a hub of creativity and design. It showcases a range of quirky and independent boutiques and cafés that complement the idiosyncratic galleries and museums. Go window-shopping and enjoy a stroll with your family along the pleasant avenues.

Browse among the items in various vintage fashion stores and antique shops. Relax in a coffee shop and watch people going by.

To fully appreciate the local culture, watch a movie at the Texas Theatre and sit in the spot where Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested for the shooting of a police officer and assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

Watch a live music performance at The Kessler. For jazz concerts and theatrical performances, check the schedule at the Bishop Arts Theatre Center. In the evening, alternative bars serve craft beers, while fashionable cellars provide wine.

For a change of scenery, practice your swing at the Stevens Park Golf Course. Bring your kids to see the great range of animals at the Dallas Zoo. Attend some of the various events put together in this area, including wine walks and festivals.

Consider the rich history of the zone, which was one of the busiest trolley stops in the first half of the 20th century. Its buildings and warehouses have since been renovated and reinvigorated. Today the area has more than 60 retail shops, restaurants, bars, cafés and art galleries.Note that the open hours of the independent shops vary.

The Bishop Arts District is in the southwestern part of Dallas. Drive southwest from Downtown Dallas for 4 miles (6 kilometers) to get here in about 15 minutes, depending on traffic. Buses also take passengers from the city center to several spots around this zone.

While in the area, make sure to visit other surrounding neighborhoods such as Kessler, Cedars and Winnetka Heights.


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Our pick of the best Bishop Arts District Hotel Deals

The Westin Dallas Park Central

The Westin Dallas Park Central

4 out of 5
12720 Merit Dr, Dallas, TX
The price is NZ$195 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$195
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,673 reviews)
"Rooms meed to be updated."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

The Westin Dallas Park Central
Omni Dallas Hotel

Omni Dallas Hotel

4 out of 5
555 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX
The price is NZ$421 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$421
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Dallas. Enjoy a full-service spa, 5 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,863 reviews)
"We love it"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Omni Dallas Hotel
Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown

Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown

4 out of 5
1401 Commerce St, Dallas, TX
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,165 reviews)
"Every thing was good"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown
Fairmont Dallas

Fairmont Dallas

4.5 out of 5
1717 N Akard St, Dallas, TX
The price is NZ$339 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$339
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dallas. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,324 reviews)
"Its good but this is dallas need pay for valet parking 60 dollars at day"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Fairmont Dallas
Loews Arlington

Loews Arlington

4.5 out of 5
888 Nolan Ryan Expressway, Arlington, TX
The price is NZ$398 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$398
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,299 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Loews Arlington
Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1015 Elm St, Dallas, TX
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$165 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$165
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
6.6/10 (1,014 reviews)
"Hotel was fine, clean, decent. Staff not very helpful with suggestions. Area is not a safe area. We were constantly questioned by security if we were ok due to the neighborhood. Not very safe during the day, couldn’t pay me enough at high. We Uber’d a lot which adds up but took the worry out."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Bishop Arts District

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Oak Cliff

4/5(2 area reviews)

Get to know Oak Cliff and its many features like its architecture and theatres. You might want to explore sights like Kessler Theater and Texas Theatre, and you can jump on the metro at Hampton Station or Westmoreland Station to get around the city.

Oak Cliff
Reunion Tower showing a skyscraper, a city and a sunset

Downtown Dallas

3.5/5(47 area reviews)

Downtown Dallas is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Majestic Theater and Dallas World Aquarium. See more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Akard Station or Saint Paul & Federal Tram Stop.

Downtown Dallas
Dallas Zoo which includes signage and zoo animals

Cedar Crest

If you're spending time in Cedar Crest, check out sights like Dallas Zoo or South Side Ballroom and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Illinois TC-Station or Morrell Station.

Cedar Crest
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Dallas Arts District

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Dallas Arts District. You can visit top attractions like Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center and Nasher Sculpture Center, and jump on the metro at Olive & Ross Tram Stop or Olive & Flora Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Dallas Arts District
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Deep Ellum

Well liked for its restaurants and live music, Deep Ellum is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Old Deep Ellum Historic District and The Eight Track Museum, and jump on the metro at Baylor Station to get around the city.

Deep Ellum
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Uptown

5/5(1 area review)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Uptown. If sightseeing is on the list, American Airlines Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at McKinney & Routh Stop or McKinney & Fairmount Stop to see more of the area.

Uptown

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