Revitalizing historic areas and turning them into popular entertainment areas has been a popular trend across the United States for almost a decade now. Downtowns across the nation have enjoyed new growth spurts due to new construction projects that combine new-age luxury with old-school appeal. The historic West End is one such project, encompassing a few city blocks of Northwest Dallas. The local area was originally a trading post, and “grew up” to become warehouses for the local manufacturing industry. Nowadays, it’s a hot spot for both tourists and locals alike.
Buildings in the West End have been restored and preserved and serve as the perfect backdrop for a night (or day) out. There’s many stores, restaurants, and hotels to appease almost anyone. As if that weren’t enough, the West End district also includes several museums and an aquarium to boot. During the day, the area has a more family friendly vibe.
At night, the West End really comes alive. Nearby you have the American Airlines Center, so during game days there’s a huge influx of people coming to the area for dinner, or to the bars to watch the game. Of course, don’t forget the quintessential clubs, located on the outskirts of the district.
The West End is a great place to burn a few hours of time. The best part? You could spend a whole day here and not spend more than $20. It’s an incredible value, and with so many different options you might just need an extra day.
