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Dallas Landmarks and Dallas Monuments


(Dallas, Texas - TX, USA)

Dallas is packed with major historical sights, landmarks, monuments and architectural wonders, making it one of the most exciting and interesting cities to visit in the USA. Whether you are looking for contemporary buildings or well-preserved, authentic structures that will take you back in time, Dallas has plenty of landmarks to offer keen sightseers. Some highlights include the Reunion Tower, the John F. Kennedy Memorial, several buildings in the Arts District and Fair Park outside of the city. Here are some of the main landmarks and monuments in Dallas, Texas (TX).

Dallas Landmarks and Monuments: Bank of America Tower - 901 Main Street, Downtown, Dallas, Texas (TX), USA
The famous Bank of America Tower was finally completed in 1985 and remains the tallest building in the city, measuring over 275 meters / 900 feet, with 72 stories. This instantly recognizable Dallas landmark is an important part of the city's skyline and can be seen for miles at nighttime, when the stunning skyscraper is illuminated and outlined by glowing green argon tubing. Built as an office block, the Dallas Bank of America Tower features reflective glass and modern architecture.




Dallas Landmarks and Monuments: Dallas City Hall - 1500 Marilla Drive, Dallas, Texas (TX), 75201, USA
Tel: +1 214 670 3011
This unique, dominating building was designed by renowned architect IM Pei. The surrounding public area features a sculpture by Henry Moore and an interesting water feature.
Dallas landmark open: daily
Dallas landmark admission: free

- 2215 Ross Avenue Dallas, Texas (TX), 75201, USA
Tel: +1 903 893 4067
Older than most of the buildings that surround this impressive structure, the Gothic-style sanctuary, built by Victorian architect Nicholas J. Clayton, is situated just in front of the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. This is one of many impressive buildings of culture that make up the Arts District. Inside are several important religious works of art and the front façade is particularly inspiring.
Dallas landmark open: daily 09:00 - 18:00.
Dallas landmark admission: free

Dallas Landmarks and Monuments: Old Red Courthouse - 100 South Houston Street, Dallas, Texas (TX), 75202, USA
Tel: +1 214 745 1100
One of the city's most famous landmarks in downtown Dallas is the Old Red Courthouse which was built in 1892 from red sandstone. This Romanesque-styled courthouse is an impressive castle-like landmark that has been carefully restored and is now used as a museum and visitors reference center. It is also rumored to be haunted.
Dallas landmark open: Monday to Friday - 08:00 to 16:30
Dallas landmark admission: charge

Dallas Landmarks and Monuments: Reunion Tower - 300 Reunion Boulevard East, Dallas, Texas (TX) 75207, USA
Tel: +1 214-712-7145
An instantly recognizable landmark in Dallas is the 55 storey Reunion Tower on top of the Hyatt Regency. By night the distinctive dome on top lights up and there is an observation tower inside offering excellent 360° views of Dallas. There is also a restaurant and cocktail lounge which rotates on a 55 minute schedule.
Dallas landmark open: Sunday to Thursday, 10:00 to 22:00, Friday to Saturday, 09:00 to 23:00
Dallas landmark admission: minimal charge, children half price

Dallas Landmarks and Monuments: John F. Kennedy Memorial - Dallas County Historical Plaza, Dallas, Texas (TX), USA
This historic monument, commemorating the popular US President that was assassinated in Dallas in 1963, is located in downtown Dallas next to Main and Market streets, meters from where JFK was shot. It is a rather simple square structure with a 50 square foot enclosure that contains a simple slap inscribed with his initials and designed to evoke contemplation.
Dallas landmark open: daily
Dallas landmark admission: free

Dallas Landmarks and Monuments: Latino Cultural Center - 2600 Live Oak, Good Latimer, Dallas, Texas (TX), 75204, USA
Tel: +1 214 670 3320
This distinctive, modern building located in downtown Dallas was designed by Mexican architect and AIA gold medal winner, Ricardo Legorreta. Host to a museum and special events it is one of the city's newer must-sees and reflects Texas's important links with the culture of its Southern neighbor.
Dallas landmark open: Sunday and Monday - closed, Tuesday to Friday - 10:00 to 17:00, Saturday - 10:00 to 16:00
Dallas landmark admission: free

Dallas Landmarks and Monuments: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center - 2301 Flora Street, Dallas, Texas (TX), 75201, USA
Tel: +1 214 670 3600
Situated in the heart of the Arts District, the 'Mort', as it is affectionately known, was designed by world-renowned architect, IM. Pei and it is home to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.
Dallas landmark open: public tours held Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 13:00
Dallas landmark admission: charge

Dallas Landmarks and Monuments: Old City Park - 1717 Gano Street, Dallas, Texas (TX), 75215, USA
Tel: +1 214 421 5141
This is a delightful historic village that contains some wonderful authentic, restored buildings where you can get a feel for what Dallas was like in days gone by.
Dallas landmark open: Tuesday to Saturday - 10:00 to 16:00, Sunday - 12:00 to 16:00
Dallas landmark admission: charge, discounts available for seniors, children and families

Dallas Landmarks and Monuments: Wilson Building - 1623 Main Street, Dallas, Texas (TX), 75201, USA
Tel: +1 214 752 1144
These beautiful sets of buildings, based on Paris' Grand Opera House, were constructed in the 1920s in order to provide office and retail space for the booming city. The buildings have been renovated and are now used for mainly residential purposes.
Dallas landmark open: daily
Dallas landmark admission: free

 
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