Dallas, Texas is a prominent city in the United States known for banking, oil, ranching, and commerce with a multitude of popular landmarks. This article will highlight the Top 10 most popular landmarks in Dallas.
Reunion Tower
When you view the Dallas skyline, the Reunion Tower will be the structure that stands out the most among the other buildings. Built as part of an urban renewal project, this 560-foot observation tower was built in 1978. It became well known from the opening scenes of the television show “Dallas”and is often featured in other television and movie scenes of Dallas. Located adjacent to the Hyatt Regency Dallas Hotel, the Reunion Tower has an observation deck and a rotating restaurant that offers dramatic views of the surrounding area. This is one of the most popular landmarks in Dallas. (http://www.visitdallas.com)
DealeyPlazaand theSixthFloorMuseum
The infamous site where Lee Harvey Oswald assassinated President John F. Kennedy draws many tourists to the city park located near downtown Dallas. The area that includes Dealey Plaza, the “grassy knoll,” and the Sixth Floor Museum has been declared a National Historic Landmark District. The Sixth Floor Museum formerly known as the Texas Book Depository Building is a very popular attraction in the Dallas area drawing millions of visitors each year. (www.jfk.org)
Old Red Courthouse
The Old Red Courthouse located in downtown Dallas is one of the most notable landmarks in Dallas. The red brick structure was built in 1892 and has been restored as the Old Red Museum. Located at 100 South Houston Street near many other Dallas attractions, the beautiful Victorian-styled courthouse turned museum highlights the history of Dallas and the region since its founding. Any visitor to Dallas will immediately know that Old Red is one of the most popular landmarks in Dallas. (http://www.oldred.org/)
Southfork Ranch’s popularity as a Dallas landmark was gained from the ranch’s exterior being used in the Dallas television shown in the late 70’s and 80’s. The sprawling 200 acre property located in Parker, Texas in the Dallas suburbs, quickly became a spot for sightseers who wanted to get a glimpse of the rich Texas oilmen lifestyle. The Southfork Ranch continues to be a popular Dallas landmark.
Pegasus, Winged Horse
Located atop the Magnolia Hotel in downtown Dallas, the red neon Pegasus is a well-known Dallas landmark. The winged horse began as the corporate logo for the Magnolia Petroleum Company in 1934 and ultimately became the familiar logo for Mobil Oil when the two oil companies merged. Despite being overshadowed by many of the Dallas’ taller skyscrapers, the Pegasus statue and the Magnolia Hotel itself are both popular landmarks in Dallas. (http://www.visitdallas.com)
Adolphus Hotel
The Adolphus Hotel is a historic hotel in downtown Dallas. Built in 1912, it immediately became the dominant building on the Dallas skyline as its tallest building and was the tallest in Texas until 1923. Today it is still a prominent hotel having played hosts to presidents, heads of states, and captains of industry since its inception. Known for its luxurious accommodations, the Adolphus Hotel continues to rank among the best hotels in the United States. The Adolphus Hotel is a well-known and popular landmark in Dallas. (http://www.hoteladolphus.com)
Neiman Marcus is a venerable department store headquartered in Dallas, Texas known for its luxury and upscale offerings. Founded in 1907, its flagship store located on Main Street in downtown Dallas was given state historic landmark status by the Texas Historical Commission in 1982. Neiman Marcus continues to represent the wealth that is often synonymous with the prosperity and wealth of many Texans. (http://www.neimanmarcus.com/)
Big Tex is a 52 foot statue located on the grounds of the State Fair of Texas in Fair Park. Adorned with the Texas state flag colors, Big Tex was erected in 1952. This iconic statue also talks and is used to make announcements during the state fair. Big Tex has grown even more popular over the years and is another one of Dallas most popular landmarks.
Cotton Bowl
The Cotton Bowl Stadium is another Dallas landmark located in Fair Park. Built in 1930 and renamed as Cotton Bowl stadium in 1936, it became the home of the annual Cotton Bowl football game. It also hosted the Dallas Cowboys from 1960 to 1971. The venue has been used for many other events such as concerts and has hosted many historic concerts. The Cotton Bowl continues to be one of the popular Dallas landmarks.
Hall of State
The Hall of State is a beaux arts styled building located in Fair Park that commemorates the history of Texas and many of its leading historical figures. The building was built in 1936 and is known for its towering curved entrance that gives the building a dramatic look. Inside the building there are statues in the Hall of Heroes and many other exhibits that depict the history of Texas. On the exterior frieze are depictions of 59 major Texas historical figures. The Hall of State is one of the many museums and buildings in Fair Park and is a popular Dallas landmark. (http://www.visitdallas.com)
