Best 43 things to do in Dallas, TX

Walk Oak Cliff’s Jefferson Blvd and Bishop Arts while sampling 4–5 tastings and learning local history

Walk Oak Cliff for 4–5 tastings, local stories, and shops

Charter the Blue Goose double-deck boat with a jump platform for up to 50 people

Charter a 70-passenger double-deck boat on Lake Grapevine

Charter a double-deck tritoon with a private captain for up to 16

Walk Grapevine for Tex-Mex, margaritas, Texas wine, olive oil, and truffles

Sip Texas and California wines with artisan chocolates on a guided Main Street stroll

Tour Hop and Sting Brewing Co and taste a four-beer flight

Paddle a SUP on Grapevine Lake from Rockledge Park

Kayak across Grapevine Lake, then ride the trolley back with ice cream

Hike Lake Grapevine’s North Shore Trail with a guide and provided poles

Paddle to Pebble Beach at sunset with a beginner-friendly guide

Float through SUP yoga with a guided 1-hour class

Rent a beach cruiser and ride the Grapevine Lake trails

Self-guided paddleboard rentals on Grapevine Lake—dogs paddle free

Paddle Lake Grapevine at sunset with music and drinks (21+ Friday nights)

Learn stand-up paddleboarding basics in a 90-minute class

Rent a 1- or 2-person sit-on-top kayak for an easy lake paddle

Wake surf on the lake with 10–20 minutes of personal ride time

Glow paddle at sunset on Grapevine Lake with all gear provided

Paddle the lake at sunset during after-hours access

Glide on an e-foil in Grapevine with beginner-friendly boards

Explore Lake Lewisville with top-quality gear and a handy self-service kiosk.

Learn paddleboarding with expert instruction and hands-on practice on a scenic lake