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Things to do in Design District

Scout has 3 verified spots mapped in Design District, 8 with full Scout intelligence.

Scouted spots

3

Typical spend

$50

Typical visit

1.3 hr

Easy parking

13%

Cocktails · 6Shopping · 5Live music · 4Food · 4Arts · 1Views · 1

Best spots in Design District

Monkey Bar on 9

Design District

Monkey Bar on 9

This is a standard bar for a casual evening drink or two. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $20-50 per person on drinks.

CocktailsSocialRelaxed
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Dallas Contemporary

Design District

Dallas Contemporary

Visit for an hour or two to see modern art installations; it's often free or low cost. This can be a good stop during a Design District outing, or before/after lunch nearby.

ArtsViewsRelaxed
$0–$12 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
The Echo Lounge & Music Hall

Design District

The Echo Lounge & Music Hall

The Echo Lounge is a good spot for an evening of live music, typically paired with drinks. Expect to spend a few hours here, with costs varying based on the show and drinks.

CocktailsLive musicShopping
$30–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Triumphs Espresso & Whiskey

Design District

Triumphs Espresso & Whiskey

This spot works for a casual coffee stop during the day or an evening drink with live music, potentially pairing with a local meal. Expect to spend $10-35 per person for a 1-2 hour visit.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$10–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Ascension Coffee - Design District

Design District

Ascension Coffee - Design District

Ascension Coffee is good for a relaxed coffee break or a casual brunch, providing a stylish setting for a solo visit or meeting a friend. Expect to spend $10-35 per person for an hour-long visit.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$10–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
SILO Dallas

Design District

SILO Dallas

SILO Dallas is suitable for a late-night outing for drinks and live music, often as the main event of an evening. Expect to spend $40-$100 per person over a few hours.

CocktailsLive musicSocial
$40–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Culinary Dropout

Design District

Culinary Dropout

Culinary Dropout is a good spot for a casual dinner or drinks, potentially with live music, and could easily pair with an activity in the Turtle Creek area. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and about $30-75 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Wayward Coffee Co

Design District

Wayward Coffee Co

Wayward Coffee Co. is suitable for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up for coffee and light bites. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 45 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

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