American Airlines Center

Hockey and basketball fans in the Dallas area have two great teams to cheer for. The National Basketball Association's Dallas Mavericks and the National Hockey League's Dallas Stars, have entertained fans in the American Airlines Center, since it opened in 2001. According to the Guinness Book of Records, the grand opening ceremony was the largest ever.

This incredible multi-purpose arena has not only hosted sporting events, but also top-name concerts, Big 12 Basketball Tournaments, bull riding events, wrestling events, National Basketball Association finals and a National Hockey League All-Star Game. While in Dallas for a fun event, rest comfortably as a guest of Best Western hotels and enjoy your time in Big D.

Dallas Heritage Village

History is alive in the Big D. Visit the Dallas Heritage Village for a glimpse into life as it was, between 1840 - 1910. This educational village is located in the Old City Park, the first city park built in 1876, on the south side of downtown Dallas. Twenty-one buildings were transported to the site to establish the village. Millermore, an historic plantation home, was saved from demolition becoming the first building to be rebuilt on the site. It opened in 1969 as a museum.

Stroll through this wonderful collection of historical artifacts and buildings to learn more about the history of Dallas and the surrounding areas. Many area students visit this wonderful historical village during field trips where they become engaged in nineteenth century life. Enjoy your time in this busy city, by checking into one of the convenient Best Western hotels for comfortable accommodations and excellent guest services.

Dallas Love Field

Dallas Love Field, named after First Lieutenant Moss Lee Love, began as an Army flying field, in 1917. In 1929, the first passenger service was provided by Delta Air Service. This northwest Dallas Air Field was used for flight training, during World War II, by the United States Army Air Forces. At the end of the War, an additional runway and terminal was added and commercial flights resumed. The airport remained the main airport for Dallas, until the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport opened in 1974.

Dallas Love Field has been the headquarters for Southwest Airlines since they began flight service in 1971. Due to Southwest Airlines' success offering short flights, additional commercial airlines began offering flights from Love Field. General aviation is fully supported at Love Field, with seven fixed base operators. General aviators have everything they need for flight service, including hangar rentals, aircraft maintenance, chartered flights, restaurants and car rentals. While in Dallas, consider Best Western hotels for your lodging needs.

Dallas Museum of Art

The 68-acre Arts District in downtown Dallas, is home to several significant city landmarks and facilities promoting the many facets of art. The Dallas Museum of Art remains one of the premier attractions in the district. This extensive museum, established in 1904, showcases more than 25,000 pieces of art in its 370,000 square-foot building. It remains one of the leading art institutions in America. The museum promotes art education through its 2,000 programs and activities, for all age levels, all year long.

In addition to the permanent exhibits, the collections and special exhibitions, the museum also features the Milfred R. and Frederick M. Mayer Library containing more than 50,000 volumes. Browse the selection of gift items, books, jewelry, prints and children's toys in the Museum Store, before leaving this wonderful museum. While in the area, check into one of the Dallas Best Western hotels, where comfortable lodging and excellent guest services await.

Dallas World Aquarium and Zoological Garden

The Dallas World Aquarium and Zoological Garden, located in historic Dallas, houses a number of threatened or endangered animals. The aquarium began in a renovated 1924 warehouse in 1992 and has been an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, since 1997. Visitors will see a display of animals and flowers from 14 countries, five continents, three oceans, rivers and seas.

The Orinoco - Secrets of the River rainforest exhibit, the Borneo exhibit, the South Africa exhibit and the Mundo Maya exhibit are prominent areas of the aquarium and zoo. Feeding times, talks and performances are offered throughout the day. Experience nature's adventure at this unique Dallas area attraction. Check into a local Best Western hotels for a quiet, comfortable guest room and a good night's rest.

Dallas Zoo

The Dallas Zoo strives to educate its visitors on biological diversity, animal sustainability and conservation. Founded in 1888, the zoo is proud to be the largest zoological experience in Texas and the first zoological park in the southwest. Dallas visitors stroll through the zoo's 106 acres, see thousands of animals and enjoy learning about the animals through the fun workshops and programs.

Kids of all ages love spending time in the Children's Zoo, where they can feed the birds in the bird exhibit and play games and enjoy crafts. Browse the selection of clothing, gifts, jewelry, toys and zoo memorabilia in the Zoofari Market. With so much to see and do, be sure to schedule time for it all. Several Best Western hotels offer superior guest amenities and services, across the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex area.

Fair Park

Encompassing 277 acres, the famed Fair Park is located in downtown Dallas. Both a Dallas Landmark and a U.S. National Historic Landmark, Fair Park features dozens of attractions for visitors to the Dallas metropolitan area – including nine museums, six performance venues, and North America’s largest Ferris wheel.

Constructed in 1936, Fair Park legendary structures found on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places like Hall of State, the Museum of the American Railroad, and the Women's Museum. Other Fair Park attractions include the Cotton Bowl, the Texas Museum of Automotive History, and the Music Hall at Fair Park.

Annual events held at Fair Park include the country’s largest state fair – the State Fair of Texas – Fair Park Fourth, and the North Texas Irish Festival.

FC Dallas Stadium

Soccer fans in the Dallas area have a lot to cheer about. They support their local Major League Soccer team, FC Dallas, by attending games in the FC Dallas Stadium. This 20,500 seat stadium was built in 2005 on 145 acres in Frisco, north of Dallas. It's been the home turf for the FC Dallas team since it opened. This multipurpose facility for sports and entertainment, not only features the main stadium but also, seventeen tournament-sized soccer fields and a private 6,000 square feet stadium club.

Celebrate a special occasion during one of the games by watching the game from one of the eighteen luxury suites. FC Dallas Stadium hosted the 2005 Major League Soccer Cup final and the USYSA National Championships. While in the Dallas area, check into one of the local Best Western hotels for a comfortable night's rest and excellent guest services.

John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial

The life of former United States President John Fitzgerald Kennedy ended too soon, in the city of Dallas on November 22, 1963. As the Presidential motorcade traveled through Dealey Plaza in the West End Historic District, assassin Lee Harvey Oswald shot and killed the president. The John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial, a 30-foot high and 50-foot square concrete cenotaph, was erected in 1970 to honor his life.

Visitors to this open-air memorial will see a black granite slab in the center of the memorial, with the President's name inscribed in it with gold. It was designed by American architect, Philip Johnson and symbolizes the free spirit of John F. Kennedy. It remains unique, in that, the construction was funded by the residents of Dallas. While in Dallas, take time to visit the memorial any time day or night. During your stay in the city, rest comfortably as a guest of Best Western hotels.

Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge

The skyline of Dallas is dotted with several iconic landmarks and skyscrapers. The Renaissance Tower, Comerica Bank Tower and Fountain Place are a few of the postmodernist skyscrapers in downtown Dallas.

One of the newest Dallas landmarks is the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge. This beautiful six lane bridge designed by Santiago Calatrava, crosses the Trinity River, connecting Woodall Rodgers Freeway to Singleton Boulevard. This West Dallas cable-stayed bridge spans 1,870 feet in length.

The bridge opened on March 29, 2012 and features a four hundred foot central arch pylon that can be seen for many miles.

The opening ceremony was attended by 40,000 people and included a wonderful display of fireworks, performances by Lyle Lovett, Jonathan Tyler and the Northern Lights, celebrity chefs, a street fair and a Trinity River Levee 5K and 10K Run. While in "Big D", rest comfortably with one of the local Best Western hotels and enjoy our time in the city.

Museum of Nature & Science

Adults and children in South Dallas are fortunate to have a wonderful, educational museum available to them. The Museum of Nature & Science, located in the 277-acre Fair Park, was established in 2006 when the Science Place, the Dallas Children's Museum and the Dallas Museum of Natural History merged. These incredible museums joined forces to provide the city with a valuable resource. The museum is comprised of the Nature Building, the Science Building and the Planetarium Building.

Visitors in the Nature Building will find an impressive collection of paleontology, herpetology and entomology specimens, among others. The Science Building is home to a massive exhibit hall, with over two hundred hands-on exhibits involving health and health, in addition to an IMAX theater. The Planetarium Building engages its visitors with the space exploration exhibits. While in the Dallas area, schedule plenty of time to see and do it all. Consider staying with Best Western hotels, to enjoy exceptional guest lodging, amenities and services.

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor is perfect for cooling off, on a hot summer day in Arlington. The park encompasses 47 acres with a variety of 26 waterslides, attractions, thrills and spills. The one million gallon wave pool is perfect for those ready to hang ten. The Lazy River is the ultimate relaxation-zone for riders, floating along at three-miles-per-hour in a float or tube.

Twist and turn on the Black Hole waterslide or try the Tornado, where you drop seven stories into a 60-foot-tall water funnel through 5,000 gallons of fast water. Little tikes enjoy splashing each other in Hook's Ship and climbing the net ladders and getting soaked under the splash bucket at Hook's Lagoon Treehouse. Once you're ready to unwind, check into one of the Dallas area Best Western hotels for comfortable and convenient lodging.

Six Flags Over Texas

Six Flags Over Texas, located in Arlington, has more than 40 rides for the whole family. Those ready for a thrilling time, have a dozen fast, tall and screaming-good rides to choose from. Try riding Superman: Tower of Power to get your heart pumping. Family rides include the Aquaman Splashdown water ride, the Cloud Bouncer and the Mini Mine Train.

Take a break from rides to enjoy the park's entertainment at the Dick Clark's Face the Music or the The Crazy Horse Saloon's Big Time Revue! Satisfy your taste buds at one of the several park eateries, including Uncle Bub's Smokehouse and Bubba's Texas Giant Hot Dogs, followed by a sweet treat at Flags Funnel Cake. Stay close to the action in the Dallas area with Best Western hotels. Get ready for fun!

Southern Methodist University

A private institution, Southern Methodist University is set just outside of Dallas, and was established in 1911. SMU features an array of schools offering degrees, like the Dedman School of Law, the Perkins School of Technology, and the Lyle School of Engineering. Nearby cities include Garland, and Rockwall - both wonderful cities of the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

SMU fields competitive teams in most of the major sports. SMU football is widely known for it's "death penalty," a punishment levied in 1987 when the school was found to be paying players and recruits. A devastating penalty, SMU lost it's entire 1987 season, but since has moved beyond that, and will be competing in the Big East in the 2013 season.

West End Historic District

While visiting the vibrant city of Dallas, take time to become acquainted with its rich history. The West End Historic District of downtown Dallas, has roots dating back to 1872, when the Houston & Texas Central Railroad first rolled into town. Several attractions are located in this Dallas Landmark District. One of the most famous landmarks in the district, is Dealey Plaza. This plaza was the site of former United States President John F. Kennedy's assassination, in 1963.

Stroll through the impressive and simple John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial, to pay respect to the late President. Additional attractions in this historic district include, the Sixth Floor Museum, the Conspiracy Museum, the Old Red Museum and the Dallas World Aquarium and Zoological Garden. With museums, restaurants and shops, there is plenty to do. Stay close to this wonderful area of the city, as a guest of Best Western hotels, where comfortable lodging awaits.