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So you’ve heard about how fabulous the Dallas shopping scene is, in fact it is the largest shopping destination in the southwest. As a rule of thumb, we usually recommend you travel to Dallas with a nearly empty suitcase, because you’re going to need room to take back a new wardrobe!
When it comes to shopping, it’s all about the experience. With a large selection of original shopping destinations and specialty stores, Dallas is a true leader in fashion. Below is a snapshot of several of our most popular shopping destinations.
Oak Lawn
Known as the heart of Dallas' gay community, the Oak Lawn neighborhood features an array of shops and boutiques that sell watches, barware, purses, home products, candles, clothing, and much more. Many are members of the Cedar Springs Merchant Association.
Developed in 1931 and historically known as the first planned shopping center in America, Highland Park Village boasts a variety of retail and service stores, restaurants and the first luxury suburban movie theater in Texas.
Modeled after the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Italy, Galleria Dallas is a multi-level shopping mall, featuring the Westin Galleria, restaurants and more than 200 retail stores and specialty shops. Situated in the center of this newly renovated venue is a large ice skating rink that is open year-round.
When NorthPark Center opened in 1965, it was the largest climate-controlled retail establishment in the world. Today, a stroll through more than 2.3 million square feet of retail space will reveal everything from original paintings to 12-ton sculptures. From a 15 auditorium movie theater with stadium seating to luxury shopping, the entire complex still manages to surround CenterPark, a 1.4-acre landscaped garden. Shopping takes energy, thankfully NorthPark has over 30 restaurants and food vendors!
Named for the DART Light Rail train station, this destination features shops carrying the latest in fashion and decorating trends. While at Mockingbird Station, grab a bite to eat from popular Texas-born cafes and restaurants. Afterward, you can catch an indie movie and a drink at the Angelika Film Center.
Located in the trendy Uptown neighborhood along the McKinney Avenue Trolley line, West Village offers everything in a convenient five-block area. Many retail and boutique service shops make West Village a popular destination.
One of Dallas' best kept secrets, the Bishop Arts District cleverly blends art and shopping in a quaint corner of the Oak Cliff neighborhood. Leaving commercialism and big store chains out of the loop, the Bishop Arts District offers regional character with fine art galleries, interesting knickknack and clothing shops, and wonderful cuisine in this refurbished warehouse district.
Looking for more shopping destinations?
For information on moreshopping destinations in Dallas, please visit the Dallas CVB's spotlight on shopping.
