Downtown Dallas is blessed with over a dozen parks and plazas, each offering a unique place to escape the buzz of urban life and to explore unique experiences. From vast lawns to prairie grasses, majestic trees, fountains, playgrounds, dog parks, bronze longhorns and even a 30 foot eyeball, there is so much for both residents and visitors to enjoy inside the I's.
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Akard Plaza

This small park is situated in front of Dallas City Hall, a unique structure designed by legendary architect I.M Pei. The park is all paved (no grass). It features a very large fountain where kids can cool off from the summer heat. Click for Map.

AT&T Discovery District

This $100 million spectacle is surrounded by AT&T's world headquarters. It features a gigantic 8K Video Wall, water features,  a variety of restaurants and an outdoor performance stage. Because this is considered private property, they have their own security staff that does an excellent job of keeping this a safe and clean environment.  Click for Map.

Belo Garden

This 1.7 acre oasis on the western edge of the CBD is lush with trees and wide variety of grasses and wildflowers. A large water feature and meandering sidewalks make it a very pleasant place to spend an afternoon. Click for Map.

Cancer Survivors Plaza

Dedicated to cancer survival, this small urban plaza features sculptures that spread the message that cancer can be cured and there is always hope. Located on the eastern edge of the CBD.   Click for Map.

Carpenter Park

The newest and largest park in Downtown Dallas Carpenter Park features a variety of attractions. Sprawling across 5.6 acres on the east end of Downtown, it is home to an interactive fountain, a play area for dogs, a basketball court, and much more. Click for Map.

Ferris Plaza

Dating back to 1925 this plaza was renovated in 2004. It occupies a full city block and features a large animated fountain surrounded by foot paths, trees and spacious lawns. It is in the Reunion district across from Union Station. Click for Map.

Giant Eyeball

Undoubtedly  the most unique entry in our lineup, this greenspace is overlooked by a huge eyeball sculpture. The piece, entitled "Eye", was created by artist Tony Tasset, a favorite of developer Tim Headington who also owns the Joule hotel across Main Street in the heart of the CBD. Note that outside of special events, the lawn is not open to the public. Click for Map.

Klyde Warren

This unique park was built over the Woodall Rodgers Freeway, connecting Downtown and Uptown with a beautiful greenspace that features fountains, a performance stage, a large dog park and a playground for the kiddos. Most days a variety of food trucks line the southern side.  Click for Map.

Main Street Garden

On the eastern side of the CBD you'll find this 1.75 acre wide open grassy field surrounded by trees. It features a large playground, dog park, and the unique Coffin Fountain. This is the go-to location for many concerts and festivals and offers free Wifi. Click for Map.

Pacific Plaza

One of the newest parks in Downtown, this sprawling 3.74 acre gem replaced a vast parking lot. It features a 15 foot tall oval pavilion which is covered with millions of perforations. Upon close examination you might be reminded of Morse Code, and you would be correct--it is historical data such as train schedules. Click for Map.

Pegasus Plaza

Named for the mythical flying horse that symbolizes Dallas and sits atop the adjacent Magnolia building, this unique space is in the heart of the CBD. A winding stream fountain sources its water from a natural spring 1600 feet beneath the plaza. Click for Map.

Pioneer Plaza

A remarkable tribute to the cattle drives along the Shawnee Trail in the 19th century, this is the second most visited tourist attraction in Downtown Dallas. A herd of bronze longhorn steers find their way past a limestone cliff and through a flowing stream. Click for Map.

Thanks-Giving Square

Affirming gratitude as a common root of religions and cultures worldwide, this remarkable space was recognized by President Gerald Ford as a major national shrine. Fountains, lawns and a towering chapel quickly make one forget they are in an urban center. There is so much to learn and experience in this very special Downtown Mecca. Click for Map.

West End Square

In March of 2021 a previous parking lot opened as a vibrant park in this historical neighborhood in Downtown that was once an abandoned warehouse district. A prairie garden with brick pathways is accented with a variety of amenities including an outdoor 50 foot long work table with charging stations and free WIFI. Click for Map.