Things to Do in Dallas | Cambria Dallas Downtown

Next stop, Dallas! Whether you’re fixin’ to check out Dallas for the first time or are a regular visitor, you’re bound to get caught up in the energy of one the country's premier cities. Dallasites are a "can-do" group who have big dreams and spend their time chasing ‘em! In fact, everything in Dallas is big, from the serving sizes to the airport (which covers more land mass than Manhattan)! Maybe that’s why it’s called "the Big D". Pack your spirit of adventure, your appetite, and your cowboy boots and get ready to rumble - it’s time to see what’s happening in Dallas.

Y'all are going to love it here.

AT&T Stadium

You won’t find an NFL fanbase as passionate and as large as the Dallas Cowboys. No, seriously, you won’t. The Dallas Cowboys fans hold the number one spot in the NFL fanbase power rankings, and owner Jerry Jones created a stadium to match. AT&T Stadium is located about 20 miles outside of downtown because there was no room to fit it in the city limits! It’s the fifth-largest NFL stadium and it is home to the world’s 24th-largest high definition video screen, which stretches 60 yards. You won’t miss a play unless you’re distracted by the throngs of body-painted fans!

AT&T Stadium also hosts college sports championships, Monster Jam, world-class concerts, and tons of other thrilling events throughout the year. To see what's happening during your stay, check out the AT&T Stadium event calendar.

Visit AT&T Stadium

Deep Ellum

The cultural ties of Deep Ellum (a name that evolved from "Deep Elm Street") date back to 1884, when the Dallas neighborhood was known for its blues and jazz music scene. Artists like Blind Lemon Jefferson, Huddie “Leadbelly” Ledbetter, Bessie Smith, and more were just some of the legends to take the stage at bars and clubs in Deep Ellum.

Today, Deep Ellum is a collection of graffitied buildings that houses not just some of the most exceptional live music in the state of Texas, but also tattoo parlors, craft breweries, theaters, restaurants, and loft-like living spaces. It’s where the locals and out-of-towners alike go to drink, eat, jam, and dance until the wee hours. It’s also where you can spend a morning at brunch filling up after a long night or an afternoon strolling with a specialty coffee and checking out the vibrant street murals. And since it’s only a mile from our hotel, there’s no excuse not to absorb the energy from Deep Ellum!

Explore Deep Ellum

American Airlines Center

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Home to the Dallas Mavericks and the Dallas Stars, the American Airlines Center has been a Big D destination for nearly 20 years. The venue also brings some of the world's premier events to Dallas, including Jay-Z, Lady Gaga, Imagine Dragons, Katy Perry, NCAA basketball championships, and more. Catch the biggest names in sports and music while you’re in town, or plan an entire visit to Dallas around the American Airlines Center calendar!

Head to American Airlines Center

American Airlines Center Event Package

Want beat traffic and avoid the cost and effort of parking? Book our American Airlines Center package, and you'll enjoy boutique accommodations and DART transportation to the stadium!

Book the American Airlines Center Package

Downtown Dallas & Beyond

Staying at Cambria Dallas Downtown puts you right in the center of the action. Not to mention, you’re a 5-minute walk to the DART station - this means you can access everything in downtown Dallas and the excitement outside the city limits, as far away as Fort Worth! The DART is a cheap, effective way to get around the city. And of course, cabs, Ubers, and Lyfts are also inexpensive and readily available. For more information about getting around Downtown Dallas, check out our Dallas Transportation Guide!

At Cambria Dallas Downtown, you’re 0.4 miles away from visiting the sloths at the Dallas World Aquarium, 0.8 miles from the exact location of the JFK assassination, and right across the street from world-class shopping the Neiman Marcus Flagship Store.

What we’re saying is, you'll have unbridled access to downtown Dallas's top attractions just steps from our front door.

Explore Downtown Dallas

Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center

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From marathons to expos to national championships, there’s always a calendar full of events at Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. If your next conference is scheduled here, you’re in for a treat. The Dallas convention center is well-maintained and conveniently-located to some of the city's premier shopping, dining, and museums. Fun fact: some of the performers who’ve held concerts here in years past include Prince, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, and David Bowie.

Check Out the Convention Center

The Best Restaurants in Dallas

It has been said that Texas has two types of cuisine: tacos and barbecue. When it comes to Dallas, we beg to differ. From traditional Texan steakhouses to trendy poke to classic Southern cooking, you’ll run out of stomach room before you hit every restaurant on your list. The food scene is diverse, so get ready for an epic epicurean adventure!

Dallas has a rich culinary history. As you explore the home of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, you’ll find an endless supply of culinary talent within the city limits, with many famed restaurants just steps from Cambria Dallas Downtown. Mexican street food, Indian fusion, traditional Italian...Mediterranean, Japanese, reimagined American...there are more options than you can imagine!

Too tired to hunt for grub? Fill up at our on-site bistro, complete with a craft cocktail menu, and find the perfect nightcap after a day of Dallas exploration.

Dallas Dining Guide