Dallas/Fort Worth Official Visitors Guide 2008 - (Page 41) central Grapevine 121 75 190 DALLAS ARTS DISTRICT Stroll the Dallas Arts District, the largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation, and enjoy the Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, The Crow Collection of Asian Art and the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. Nasher is not only an architectural marvel in its own right, but its comprehensive collection of modern and contemporary sculpture has turned the heads of art lovers from around the world. Across the street, The Crow Collection of Asian Art explores the unique methods of artistic expression from the numerous cultures of the Far East. Near The Crow Collection is the Dallas Museum of Art’s permanent collection spans the globe and consistently earns praise for its fabulous roster of exhibitions. Mediterranean. Boutiques, unique furniture, garden, and antique shops are also featured at this quaint crossroads as well as nearby Travis Walk, home to additional fine dining choices. Irving 183 820 114 635 12 Dallas 80 Fort Worth Arlington Grand Prairie 360 175 UPTOWN/WEST VILLAGE DEEP ELLUM East of Central Expressway between the Missouri-Pacific Railroad tracks and I-30 Expressway is the eclectic neighborhood known as Deep Ellum. Located in the east corridor of Downtown Dallas, the developing warehouse district offers a selection of innovative theater, nightclubs, restaurants and retail shops. GREENVILLE AVENUE Stretching south from LBJ Freeway to Downtown’s Ross Avenue, Greenville Avenue offers visitors an endless choice of nightlife and dining. Dance the night away to retro classics on upper Greenville or enjoy live music at one of the pubs on lower Greenville. Unique shopping opportunities abound during the day. MAIN STREET DISTRICT Downtown’s Main Street District is undergoing a renaissance. The core of this development is a six-block area of restaurants, bars, boutique hotels and entertainment choices with more new selections than can be enjoyed in just one visit. To travel from Downtown to Uptown, visitors can hop on the McKinney Avenue Trolley for a FREE ride. This neighborhood, which is over 100 years-old, blends historic homes with new high-rise residences. Uptown boasts over 30 art galleries and antique shops, more than 80 restaurants, five boutique hotels, three bed and breakfasts, three performance theaters, one movie theater and four historic cemeteries. Within Uptown and along the McKinney Avenue Trolley M-Line is the new The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, the only such hotel in Texas, and features Fearing’s, the namesake restaurant of famed Chef Dean Fearing. West Village, a six-year-old development, is anchored by the Magnolia Theatre and features a mix of shops from home décor and clothing stores to restaurants, bars and clubs. Residential lofts overlook busy streets, giving an urban feel to the Village. Crú-A Wine Bar is a must-see where patrons can sit outside and enjoy premium wines and cheeses. For a more casual option, Taco Diner offers Mexican dishes in a sleek and modern atmosphere. Cowboy Cool is a true blend of Texas, offering custom-made western wear including cowboy hats, boots and other distinctive garments. Legacy Trading Company has a collection of furniture and home accessories from around the world and is an excellent choice for unique gifts. JFK Memorial The West Village. Photo by Blake Perdue VICTORY PARK KNOX-HENDERSON Knox-Henderson is named for two streets that cross Central Expressway north of Downtown Dallas. This charming area has an eclectic variety of dining options including Tex-Mex, Sushi, and The 75-acre Victory project began with the American Airlines Center, home to the Dallas Mavericks NBA basketball and the Dallas Stars NHL hockey. The entertainment district continues to expand, showcasing Dallas’ first W Hotel & Residences with the ultra-chic ghostbar® on the 33rd floor, AT&T Victory Plaza with the first large-scale, outdoor digital arts gallery in the world, plus an array of dining, shopping, commercial and residential options. In addition, visitors can take DART light rail to and from special events at the American Airlines Center and to points beyond as the system continues to expand throughout the area. WEST END HISTORIC DISTRICT Spanning Market Street, Pacific Avenue and Woodall Rodgers Freeway, West End is a multi-block area of turn-of-the-century storefronts and warehouses that have been transformed into more than 100 shops, restaurants and nightclubs. Vintage 41 for more information go to www.visitdallas-fortworth.com http://www.visitdallas-fortworth.com
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