South Dallas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Dallas
Popular places to visit
Fair Park
After visiting Fair Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dallas. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Dos Equis Pavilion
Learn about the events happening in Dos Equis Pavilion during your trip to Dallas. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.
South Side Ballroom
South Side Ballroom is just one of the places to see in Dallas, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Texas State Fair Grounds
Enjoy an outing to Texas State Fair Grounds during your stay in Dallas. Experience the area's live music and festivals.
Dallas Heritage Village
With more than 20 historic buildings from across the state of Texas, this reconstructed village is a great opportunity for families to learn about early Texan pioneers.
Hall of State
Celebrate Texan history at this bold art deco monument, built to commemorate the state’s centenary.
Activities
Dallas Reunion Tower Observation Deck Admission Tickets
John F. Kennedy Trolley Tour in Dallas
Historic Dallas Downtown Solo Self Guided Walking Tour
Fort Worth Historical Tour from Dallas & Fort Worth
JFK Assassination and Museum Tour with Lee Harvey Oswald Rooming House
Dallas: 1 or 2-Hour Electric Cruiser or Open-Air Van Tour
Our pick of the best South Dallas Hotel Deals
Lorenzo Hotel Dallas, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Breakfast was great. Outdoor pool was nice. Location unfortunately is nowhere near any shops or places of interest."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Canvas Hotel Dallas
"The poolside was until a group of roudy youngish girls got there and decided to play their own music over the music played by the hotel outside. They were pretty ovnoxious and we almost talked to management but decided to just leave the pool. Wish someone would have come and asked them to be mindful ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown
"The building from the outside looks like you’re in an expensive stay until you enter. Extremely old and outdated. The employees are extremely kind and informed but look unprofessional. The a/c doesn’t work in all the rooms and there is terrible water pressure in their second floor “lobby” ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Westin Dallas Park Central
"Nice room comfortable beds. They didn’t clean my room one of the days not happy with that because I like my room cleaned every day when I’m staying in a hotel other than that nice."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre
"Staff was kind, restaurant served a great breakfast. The hotel felt older, but it was clean. The only negative I saw was that there was no mirror in the living space of the room. There were 3 in the bathroom, but if it's occupied, there's no other mirror to use."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dallas DFW Airport North
"Convenient location to get to and from DFW Was a bit surprised that there was not a restaurant on premises. Nice to be able to grab a quick breakfast before flight."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Dallas
Deep Ellum
The restaurants and live music make Deep Ellum worth a stop. Make a stop by Old Deep Ellum Historic District, and jump on the metro at Baylor Station to get around the area.
Old East Dallas
While you're in Old East Dallas, take in top sights like Old Deep Ellum Historic District or Knox-Henderson Shopping District, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Baylor Station or CityPlace - Uptown Station.
Downtown Dallas
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.
Uptown
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.
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 Station or Morrell Station.
Lower Greenville
Lower Greenville is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Knox-Henderson Shopping District and Granada Theater while you're in town.
