Dallas is packed with amazing sights, and downtown offers plenty of must-see spots that you can enjoy in a short amount of time. Here are three fantastic places you can quickly drop by!
Nestled quietly in the heart of Dallas’s towering skyscrapers, Thanks-Giving Square is a hidden gem. This serene space is themed around “a place to share gratitude beyond religion or race,” bringing a sense of calm and peace.
At the entrance, you’ll be welcomed by The Bell Tower and an art piece called the Ring of Thanks. Walking up the slope by the fountain, you’ll spot The Chapel of Thanksgiving, a chapel shaped like a cinnamon roll, waiting to be explored.
As you step inside and look up, you’re met with the stunning sight of the “Glory Window,” a magnificent stained glass piece that takes your breath away. Designed by French artist Gabriel Loire, this 18-meter masterpiece glows brilliantly as it catches the sunlight—truly awe-inspiring!
There are chairs where visitors can sit and quietly take in the view, and we, too, found ourselves silently captivated for a while. True to its theme of “a place to share gratitude,” people from all walks of life come here, reminding us of the beauty of this special place.
Thanks-Giving Square
1627 Pacific Ave, Dallas, TX 75201
Check Out the Giant Eyeball!
Just a few minutes walk from Thanks-Giving Square, you’ll come across the quirky “Giant Eyeball” sculpture in the middle of the city. Standing about 9 meters tall, this hyper-realistic eye, complete with detailed veins, makes quite an impression! Created by artist Tony Tasset, the sculpture is located on private property, so you can’t get too close, but even from a distance, its impact is undeniable. Approaching from Thanks-Giving Square, you’ll first see the back of the eye, and as you circle to the front, the eye staring straight at you is sure to surprise you!
Giant Eyeball
1601 Main St, Dallas, TX 75201
Enjoy the Famous Food Trucks at Klyde Warren Park!
Just a 5-minute drive from the Giant Eyeball, you’ll find Klyde Warren Park, an urban oasis in downtown Dallas. This park, set amidst towering buildings, offers a break from the city’s hustle and bustle, attracting families, tourists, and businesspeople alike. Its biggest draw? The famous food trucks! Dozens of trucks line up, serving a variety of options, from Texas-style ribs and Mexican cuisine to healthy fruit bowls. Plenty of tables and chairs make it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal under the open sky.
Beyond the food truck area, the park also features an open café, Jane’s Lane decorated with light balls, a concert stage, ping-pong and foosball tables, a children’s play area, a dog park, and a fountain show synchronized to music and lights! Spending time here is a great way to recharge physically and mentally. On this day, school kids on a field trip hopped off their bus, adding to the lively atmosphere.
Klyde Warren Park is a deck park built above the Woodall Rodgers Freeway, so as you drive along the freeway, you pass right under the park. It’s a brilliant use of limited space, creating a true urban oasis. It’s an ideal spot to enjoy a relaxing picnic, attend events, or unwind and take in the surroundings.
Klyde Warren Park
2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas, TX 75201
Here is the park map
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