Dallas Attractions - If you wish to check out some of the examples of architecture throughout the city, you will find that the city is filled with many modernist and postmodernist samples of design. This can be enjoyed with a visit to the Bank of America Plaza, Renaissance Tower, Reunion Tower, as well as the Fountain Place, which was created by I.M. Pei.
The Bank One Center and the JP Morgan Chase Tower are some of the sites you will find displaying postmodernist architecture. Other examples of neoclassical, Victorian and Gothic Revival architecture are also dotted throughout the city.
Belo Mansion
2101 Ross Ave.
Dallas, Texas
Dating back to 1890, this attraction can be found in the downtown area. Here, tourists will encounter interesting décor, including an example of Victorian design. Tours are offered on the second Tuesday of each month from 9:30 to 11am.
Dallas City Hall
1500 Marilla St.
Dallas, Texas
This attraction is an example of one of the many creations connected to well-known architect, I.M. Pei. This is where you will also find the largest bronze sculpture created by Henry Moore.
Dallas County Historical Plaza
Dallas, Texas
When you are in the mood to take a trip back into time, you may want to check out this sight. There are various historical buildings, as well as monuments positioned at this location.
Fair Park
1300 Robert D. Cullum Blvd.
Dallas, Texas
Annually, more than 6 million visitors pass through this attraction. One of the largest collections of art-deco architecture from the 1930s within the United States can be found here.
John F. Kennedy Memorial
Dallas, Texas
When visiting this memorial, you will find that it measures 50 square feet, complete with an open roof. Resembling an open tomb, this monument consists of a concrete wall and black marble accents.
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
8525 Garland Rd.
Dallas, Texas
There are more than 65 acres of landscaped gardens to admire when you pay a visit to this sight. This is also where you will find one of the largest public collections of azaleas throughout the U.S.
Dallas Aquarium
Dallas, Texas
There is more than 340 species of marine life, including freshwater and tropical fish on the premises of Fair Park. Additional aquatic critters can be counted close to the 5,000 mark.
Reunion Tower
300 Reunion Blvd.
Dallas, Texas
When you wish to truly appreciate the Dallas skyline, this is one of the sights you may want to check out. Some of the best views of the city can be enjoyed here, as well as an onsite bar.
Southfork Ranch
3700 Hogge Drive
Dallas, Texas
If you’ve ever watched the television series, Dallas, then you will truly appreciate this interesting point of interest. Tons of memorabilia from the show are on display at this location.
Super Model Train
1935 Motor St.
Dallas, Texas
Have you ever put together a model train set before? This is where you will find the biggest permanent set up throughout the nation, located at the Children's Medical Center.
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