Park Cities Travel Guide

Dallas

George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum showing interior views, heritage elements and an administrative building
George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum which includes interior views
George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum featuring interior views
George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum which includes interior views
George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum featuring signage

An exclusive country club and a majestic shopping village filled with high-end brands highlight one of the most affluent neighbourhoods in Texas.

Park Cities combines the communities of the City of University Park and the Town of Highland Park in northern Dallas. It is a trendy and well-heeled edge of the city, filled with museums, schools and shopping zones. See how the wealthy locals go about their days as you traverse this serene part of Dallas.

At the heart of the local culture and activity is the Highland Park Shopping Village, recognizable by its impressive dome and colonial design. Dine at its elegant restaurants and browse the upscale stores. Look around the shops of some of the world’s most luxurious brands.

On the eastern side of the mall is the Dallas Country Club, another symbol of the area’s prosperity. Read about the club’s extraordinary exclusivity and famous members, current and former. Enjoy the leafy setting of nearby Abbott Park, which has tennis courts and a children’s playground.

Get a sense of local culture and history by exploring the district’s museums. The Meadows Museum of Art was inaugurated with a collection of Spanish art and is a key part of Southern Methodist University (SMU). Head to the college’s other highlights, including the Gerald J. Ford Stadium, Westcott Field and the Moody Coliseum.

The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum has a range of exhibits relating to its namesake’s period as president, including artifacts from the 2001 World Trade Center attacks, a display called Life in the White House and an exact replica model of the Oval Office.

Park Cities stands on the eastern side of Dallas Love Field Airport and the area of Bluffview in the northern part of Dallas. Take a combination of tram and bus to get here from the city center in about 30 minutes or drive north for 7 miles (11 kilometers). While here, take the time to visit the neighboring areas of Lakewood, Lower Grenville and Knox Henderson.


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Top hotels in Park Cities

HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park

HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park

3 out of 5
8221 North Central Expressway, Dallas, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.278.420 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.278.420
Rp1.524.500 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"We had a nice stay"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park
Omni Dallas Hotel

Omni Dallas Hotel

4 out of 5
555 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX
The price is Rp3.425.674 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp3.425.674
Rp4.078.652 total
9 Aug - 10 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 their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,853 reviews)
"Front desk, valet, bell hop, room all terrific The lady that worked the hotel bar thoughwas not. Sge had miserable energy and put a drag on exciting night out. Slow and acted like you were hassling her ordering a drink."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Omni Dallas Hotel
The Westin Dallas Park Central

The Westin Dallas Park Central

4 out of 5
12720 Merit Dr, Dallas, TX
The price is Rp1.560.328 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
Rp1.560.328
Rp1.886.974 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dallas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,672 reviews)
"Rooms meed to be updated."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

The Westin Dallas Park Central
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 Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre 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 Rp2.786.300 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp2.786.300
Rp3.285.651 total
16 Aug - 17 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 bar ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,329 reviews)
"Nice100%"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Fairmont Dallas
Loews Arlington

Loews Arlington

4.5 out of 5
888 Nolan Ryan Expressway, Arlington, TX
The price is Rp3.097.710 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp3.097.710
Rp3.664.755 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,306 reviews)
"Loved the high floor , the room was amazing - especially the views of the at&t stadium ...the negative was : there was a continuous sound coming from the plumbing ...hard to stay asleep . Didnt know if anything could be done at 11pm-8am"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Loews Arlington
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Other neighbourhoods around Park Cities

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Highland Park

You'll enjoy the riverfront and shopping in Highland Park. You might want to make time for a stop at Highland Park Shopping Village or Knox-Henderson Shopping District.

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Oak Lawn

4/5(1 area review)

Oak Lawn is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like American Airlines Center and The Strip on Cedar Springs. See more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Cole & Lemmon Tram Stop or Cole & Hall Tram Stop.

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Love Field

While you're in Love Field, take in top sights like Frontiers of Flight Museum and jump on the metro at Burbank Station to see more of the city.

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Old East Dallas

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Old East Dallas
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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.

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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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