Free outings near Dallas: the Arts District
Two free museums and a park built over a freeway, all within a short walk of each other in the Dallas Arts District.
- Half a day to a full day
- Free general admission at both museums. Klyde Warren Park is a public park. Special exhibitions, food trucks and parking cost extra.
- All ages. The park has a children’s area and a splash fountain in warm weather.
The plan
Dallas Museum of Art
General admission is free. The collection covers thousands of years of art from around the world. Ticketed special exhibitions are optional.
Dallas Museum of Art website → (opens in a new tab)Crow Museum of Asian Art
A free museum across Flora Street from the DMA, with jade, sculpture and contemporary Asian art. Allow about an hour.
Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas website → (opens in a new tab)Lunch and free play at Klyde Warren Park
Food trucks line the park most days. There is lawn space, a children’s park and a regular calendar of free activities.
Klyde Warren Park website → (opens in a new tab)
Before you go
Museum hours differ and both close on some weekdays, so check before you go. DART light rail stops at Pearl/Arts District and St. Paul stations nearby, which avoids paying to park.
Hours, prices and closures change. Check each venue’s website on the day.