CityPASS Dallas articles

The Dallas Zoo is the kind of place that rewards a little homework. At over 100 acres, it's the largest zoo in Texas and one of the oldest in the entire Southwest, welcoming visitors since 1888. It's also home to more than 2,000 animals across 406 species, with conservation efforts that support wildlife protection both locally and around the world.

Dallas transforms into a winter wonderland each holiday season, offering spectacular light displays that draw families and visitors from across the region. From mid-November through early January, the city sparkles with millions of twinkling lights, creating the perfect backdrop for memorable holiday experiences.

Whether you're seeking live music, craft cocktails with skyline views, or late-night adventures, the Dallas nightlife scene offers something for every taste. The best part? Many of Dallas's hottest evening destinations are close to major Dallas attractions, making it easy to maximize both your daytime exploration and after-dark entertainment.

When the holiday season arrives in Dallas, few events capture the festive spirit quite like the annual Dallas Zoo Lights celebration. This enchanting after-hours event transforms the beloved Dallas Zoo into a twinkling wonderland, drawing families and visitors from across Texas to experience the magic of more than two million sparkling lights illuminating the night.

Whether your ancestors fought against the Holocaust or suffered through it, joining the community of history lovers at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum is a great way to bring insight and inspiration to your Dallas vacation.

At the George W. Bush Presidential Museum, you’ll experience the thrill of peeking behind the doors of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, admire the painstakingly replicated Oval Office, and get to act distinctly presidential in the interactive Decision Points Theater.