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Friday, August 31, 2007

TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN DALLAS,TX.

1...Dallas Arboretum
8525 Garland Road Dallas, TX 75218-4335
+1 214 515 6500
Open Hours9a-5p M-Su, Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day
http://www.dallasarboretum.org/

Overview... Off the shores of White Rock Lake lies the garden of a lifetime. Sure to make anyone green with envy, the 66 acres of lush, perfectly manicured landscapes hold a treasure trove...

2...Dallas World Aquarium & Zoological Gardens
1801 N Griffin StDallas, TX 75202-1503
+1 214 720 2224
daryl@dwazoo.com
Open Hours10a-5p daily
http://www.dwazoo.com/

Overview... Discover a South American rainforest filled with unique plants and animals such as monkeys, colorful toucans, crocodiles, manatees and otters.

3...Texas State Fair
3809 Grand Ave Dallas, TX 75315
+1 214 565 9931
pr@greatstatefair.com
http://www.bigtex.com/

Overview... Located two miles east of downtown Dallas in Fair Park , the festival features an array of cooking, arts and crafts, livestock shows and auctions.

4...Dallas Museum of Art
1717 North Harwood Dallas, TX 75201-2315
+1 214 922 1200
mbleiberg@DallasMuseumofArt.org
Open Hours11a-5p Tu-W, 11a-9p Th, 11a-5p F-Su
http://www.dallasmuseumofart.org/

Overview... The cornerstone feature of the Arts District, this museum holds a renowned collection of treasures and timeless exhibits.

5...Greenville Avenue
Greenville Avenue and Mockingbird Lane Dallas, TX 75201
+1 214 368 6722
Open HoursHours vary by business; Restaurants open nightly; Bars and clubs close at 2a

Overview... The stretch of Greenville Avenue from Ross Avenue to Mockingbird Lane comes alive each night when both locals and visitors flock to the myriad of unique shops, restaurants and more.

6...White Rock Lake
8300 Garland Road Dallas, TX 75218-4332
+1 214 670 4100
Open Hours6am-midnight daily

Overview... White Rock Lake has 9-plus miles of waterfront trails—the complete loop around the lake takes about three hours. Also offered are fishing, sailing and horseback riding.

7...Galleria Ice Skating Center
13350 Dallas Parkway, Suite 50Dallas, TX 75240-6670
+1 972 392 3361
Open HoursHours vary
http://www.galleriaiceskatingcenter.com/

Overview... Located inside the upscale Galleria Mall , this ice rink is a great place to spend the afternoon.

8...Reunion Tower
300 Reunion Boulevard E.Dallas, TX 75207-4409
+1 214 651 1234
Open Hours10a-midnight F, 9a-midnight Sa, 10a-10p Su-Th

Overview... This Dallas landmark has graced the downtown skyline for 21 years. Three levels of activity top the 50-story structure, which are encircled in a dome of lights.

9...WestEnd Marketplace
603 Munger AveDallas, TX 75202-1847
+1 214 748 4801
Open HoursM-Th 11a-9p; F-Sa 11a-10p; Su noon-6p
http://www.westendmarketplacedallas.com/

Overview... Nestled among the skyscrapers of downtown Dallas is turn-of-the century storefronts and warehouses, which have been converted into a shopping and entertainment center.

10...Plaza of the Americas
700 North Pearl StreetDallas, TX 75201-7424
+1 214 720 8000
Open HoursVary

Overview... Known for its exquisite architectural style, Plaza of the Americas consists of an upscale shopping center, as well as two 25-story mirrored office towers located on the north and south ends of the blocks, Le Meridien Hotel on the west end of the block, and a connecting atrium which houses a popular ice skating rink. Located on the northeast end of Downtown Dallas, the stylish shopping mall features more than 40 restaurants, services and shops.