Dallas Attractions Reopen: Family-Friendly Activities & Safety Updates
Whether you’re planning a family outing, a daytime date, or a solo exploration, Dallas’s premier attractions are open and welcoming. Below you’ll find the latest reopening dates, visitor guidelines, and the must‑see highlights.
The Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Open year‑round with seasonal programming, the Arboretum is a favorite during spring and summer when visitors can wander the blooming grounds of begonias, impatiens, salvias, zinnias, and more. A lakeside picnic is encouraged—just bring your own food and drinks.
Safety measures include:
- Online reservations in 4‑hour blocks with assigned parking.
- Colored wristbands indicating exit times.
- Groups capped at 5 people.
- Mandatory mask use in restrooms and continued social distancing.
Reunion Tower GeO‑Deck
Elevate your weekend plans at 470 feet above Dallas. The GeO‑Deck offers a 360° view from its indoor/outdoor observation deck and is open Friday through Sunday.
Visitor guidelines:
- Timed tickets must be pre‑booked online.
- Ambassadors will wear masks; guests are encouraged to do the same.
- Groups limited to six visitors or one family unit.
The Dallas Zoo
Re‑opened with enhanced protocols, the Zoo welcomes visitors to see new residents such as Kendi the giraffe calf, zebras Wanda and Malawa, and lion Kijani.
Entry procedures:
- Online reservations for admission, parking, and arrival time.
- Designated pathways, including one‑way walkways, guide visitor flow.
- Mask use strongly encouraged outdoors and required in restrooms.
- Special access for seniors and those with medical conditions: 8‑10 a.m. on Tuesdays.
Sweet Tooth Hotel – Intangible, a Fiber Fairytale
Reopening Saturday, June 6, this interactive museum features a new exhibit of fiber art, including yarn bombs, pompoms, and latch‑hook creations that offer both visual delight and mental‑health benefits.
Safety protocol:
- Time slots capped at 10 guests; tickets sold online.
- Masks required during check‑in and recommended throughout.
- Temperature checks upon arrival.
- Reduced hours: 12 p.m.‑7 p.m. Tuesday‑Saturday; 12 p.m.‑6 p.m. Sunday.
Nasher Sculpture Center – Nasher Windows
While the interior remains closed, visitors can view rotating works by North Texas artists from the exterior windows on Flora Street. The series runs Friday through Wednesday; follow the Nasher’s social media for updates.
Klyde Warren Park
Enjoy a sunny afternoon with free Wi‑Fi, local food trucks, and limited‑capacity fitness classes. Note that the Children’s and Dog parks remain closed.
VisitDallas will keep you informed on attraction openings. Visit our website for a comprehensive listing.
