Oak Lawn Travel Guide
Dallas
Popular places to visit
American Airlines Center
Catch an event at American Airlines Center during your trip to Dallas. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Visit three of the city’s most popular museums all at once in this combined facility for family entertainment and learning.
House of Blues Dallas
You can get tickets for a performance at House of Blues Dallas during your trip to Dallas. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
McKinney Avenue
Dallas’ colorful entertainment precinct is home to restaurants, bars and theatres, providing entertainment both day and night.
Katy Trail
You can take time to visit Katy Trail during your travels to Dallas. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
The Strip on Cedar Springs
During your visit to Dallas, you can enjoy retail therapy at The Strip on Cedar Springs. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Dallas Reunion Tower Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Best of Fort Worth from Dallas & Fort Worth
Dallas: 1 or 2-Hour Electric Cruiser Open-Air Tour
JFK Assassination and Museum Tour with Lee Harvey Oswald Rooming House
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Dallas
Top hotels in Oak Lawn
Hotel ZaZa Dallas
No buffet, a la carte breakfast at the hotel restaurant available.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Dallas Medical District Lovefield
Nice hotel & breakfast
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Dallas Medical-Market Center by IHG
The room was clean and comfortable. We stayed 4 nights and interacted with several staff members..all very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
HYATT house Dallas/Uptown
It was
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Warwick Melrose Dallas
Nice space and helpful staff. Outdated lighting - no central lights control next to the bed like in most modern hotels. Also the shower has only fixed shower head, no extension. Those are my only 2 minor objections.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown
The main problem was the elevator. I am disabled and had to wait a very long time to get to and from my room on the 24th floor.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oak Lawn
Uptown
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Uptown. If sightseeing is on the list, American Airlines Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at McKinney & Routh Stop or McKinney & Fairmount Stop to see more of the area.
Dallas Design District
Ample dining options and great live music are well-reviewed features of Dallas Design District. Make a stop by top sights like Dallas Contemporary while you're exploring the area.
Old East Dallas
While you're in Old East Dallas, take in top sights like Old Deep Ellum Historic District or Knox-Henderson Shopping District, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Baylor Station or CityPlace - Uptown Station.
Highland Park
You'll enjoy the riverfront and shopping in Highland Park. You might want to make time for a stop at Dallas Country Club or Highland Park Shopping Village.
Downtown Dallas
Downtown Dallas is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dallas City Hall and Majestic Theater. See more of Dallas by jumping on the metro at Akard Station or Saint Paul & Federal Tram Stop.
Lower Greenville
Lower Greenville is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Knox-Henderson Shopping District and Granada Theater while you're in town.
