About Dallas
Welcome to Dallas, Texas! Known globally for its sleek skyline, dynamic arts culture, and its role as a major economic center, Dallas is a city that seamlessly blends urban sophistication and southern hospitality. The city offers a surprisingly high number of world-class museums and parks with free general admission, making it an ideal destination for budget-conscious travelers.
Dallas is also walkable, especially in the downtown and Arts District areas, and it features the DART light rail system and the free M-Line Trolley in Uptown, making it easy to hop between the city’s best attractions without a car.
Top Free Activities in Dallas
| Venue / Activity | Type | Free Option | Family Friendly | Fun for Adults | Highlights |
| Cidercade Dallas | Arcade Bar | No, $12 entry | Yes (till 9pm) | Yes | 150+ arcade games, craft drinks, convenient location. |
| Dallas Museum of Art (DMA) | Art Museum | Yes (General Admission) | Yes | Yes | Always free general admission, major collection spanning ancient to modern art |
| Klyde Warren Park | Urban Park/Deck Park | Yes | Yes | Yes | Built over a freeway, offers free events, food trucks, games, and a reading room |
| Crow Museum of Asian Art | Art Museum | Yes (General Admission) | Yes | Yes | Always free, features art from China, Japan, India, and Southeast Asia |
| Deep Ellum Street Art | Art/Neighborhood Tour | Yes | Yes | Yes | Explore the constantly changing murals, street art, and the famous Traveling Man sculptures |
| Pioneer Plaza | Landmark/Art | Yes | Yes | Yes | Home to the largest bronze cattle drive sculpture in the world, great for photos |
| Katy Trail | Recreation/Nature | Yes | Yes | Yes | A 3.5-mile former railroad line, perfect for walking, running, and biking with scenic views |
| AT&T Discovery District | Entertainment Plaza | Yes | Yes | Yes | Interactive digital media, giant LED screen, and public seating areas |
| White Rock Lake Park | Recreation/Nature | Yes | Yes | Yes | Great for running, hiking, and birdwatching along its 9-mile trail perimeter |
Highlights
- Dallas leads the way in free cultural immersion, offering perpetually free general admission to two major art museums (Dallas Museum of Art and Crow Museum of Asian Art).
- The city’s innovative Klyde Warren Park offers daily free programming, demonstrating how green space can be built into a dense urban environment.
- For a highly affordable group outing, Cidercade Dallas offers unlimited play on hundreds of games for a low, one-time entry fee, perfectly situated in the edgy and artistic Deep Ellum neighborhood.
About Cidercade in Dallas, TX
Cidercade Dallas is a lively arcade bar located in the heart of Dallas’s historic Design District neighborhood at 2777 Irving Blvd, Suite 200, Dallas, TX 75207. You can expect almost 200 classic and modern arcade games, all set to unlimited free play for a single $12 admission. The venue is family-friendly during the day and transitions to an 18+ spot starting at 9pm. Alongside the non-stop gaming, Cidercade serves dozens of on-tap craft drinks (all made in-house), plus local food trucks stop by daily. It’s a favorite spot for group outings and anyone looking for budget-friendly, high-energy fun in the Design District.
