6 Best Family Things to Do in Dallas

When it comes to stunning amusement parks, there’s nothing quite like a whizzing whipping roller coaster ride at Six Flags Over Texas. The rides and attractions at one of Dallas’ favorite destinations are guaranteed to stifle any bored and tired whines, and they will keep kids, teenagers and adults thrilled for hours.  

Looping coasters, swaying pirate ships, and splashy water rides are just some of the delights on offer at this vast theme park. Located in Arlington, just a short drive from downtown Dallas, Six Flags Over Texas was the first in the Six Flags chain and is still as popular today as it ever was. 

As one of the top botanical gardens in the world, Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is beautiful year-round.  They boast a Children’s Adventure Garden with interactive exhibits, whimsical gardens, and hands-on STEM activities that spark imagination and delight.

In the Walne Family Discovery Lab, your little ones can try their hand at daily experiments, at OmniGlobe, they’ll explore the Solar System, and at STEM Stops, they’ll discover fun various galleries with real scientific specimens. Tiny adventures will enjoy short storytimes while learning about nature, seasons, and some garden critters. Check online for handy tips and suggested itineraries to see what the gardens have to offer each season and where to find the best picnic spots.

Tasty breakfast chilaquiles, anytime burritos, and lunch-time tacos are just some of the perks of Taco Joint, a colorful, laid-back Tex-Mex chain. It’s a no-brainer spot for families with several outlets across Dallas. This much-loved Dallas brand offers everything from Tex-Mex favorites to kid-friendly pizzas, burgers and sandwiches.  

You can also get a take-away or order online and have your meal delivered. The kids menu features classic treats such as burritos, quesadillas, tacos, enchiladas and chicken nuggets. For dessert, try the delicious churros, dusted with sugar and cinnamon. 

Home to the iconic Dallas Cowboys, AT&T Stadium is a go-to spot for soccer fans. Catch a game at this space age-style arena during the soccer season. If you’re around off-season, you can still get your soccer fix by taking a stadium tour. You can take a self-guided tour of the most popular areas or book a guided tour to see the stadium’s most unique features. 

For music lovers, the stadium hosts a plethora of concerts and events of world-famous artists, ranging from Kid Rock’s rodeo show to Post Malone gigs. 

Perot Museum of Nature and Science boasts large-scale, state-of-the-art interactive and multimedia exhibits that’ll keep your family entertained for hours. They have dinosaurs, various themed labs where you can explore bugs, minerals, color and light, and halls bursting with information on everything under the sun for you to discover. 

The main draw for most families is the Moody Family Children’s Museum that boasts an expanded toddler area for age-appropriate exploring, spaces for creative activities, a large outdoor area, immersive, interactive and multi-sensory experiences and an exciting climbing structure where you’ll mix art and physical play. To keep the “hangry” monster at bay, check out the refreshing snacks, sandwiches, pizzas, salads and soups at the museum café.