Dallas Cowboys

Dallas & the Panhandle Plains


The Dallas Cowboys gave themselves the nickname ‘America’s Team’ after it had great success (with cheerleaders and otherwise) in the 1970s. Although the team's fortunes have been modest of late (no Super Bowl wins since 1996), it still has swagger, as shown in its enormous, retractable-roof home – the AT&T Stadium, located 18 miles west of Dallas in Arlington.

If you want to see the spectacle that is a Dallas Cowboys home game, you'll need to find tickets on the secondary market as the games are always sold out. There are many other events in the stadium during the year, including college-football bowl games, high-school football championships, truck exhibitions and concerts. Tours of the stadium depart from Entry A.


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Nearby Dallas & the Panhandle Plains attractions

1. International Bowling Museum

1.39 MILES

It's not just the strikes at Rangers Ballpark that are celebrated in Arlington, the strikes of bowling get their dues as well at the International Bowling…

2. Delaney Winery & Vineyards

9.56 MILES

This north Texas winery has an attractive tasting room. Learn about winemaking on tours, then sample five wines while you hear the roar of jets at DFW…

3. Grapevine Blacksmith Shop

12.9 MILES

Just east of the historic Cotton Belt train station, this is a fascinating place to watch genial blacksmiths demonstrate their craft.

4. Grapevine Historical Society

12.94 MILES

This well-funded museum has impressive quarters in the 1940 Grapevine Ice Company building next to the Visitor Information Center. It has excellent…

5. Sundance Square

13.9 MILES

You can stroll yourself happy in the 14-block Sundance Sq, near Main and 3rd Sts. Colorful architecture, art galleries and a host of bars and restaurants…

6. Chisholm Trail Mural

13.91 MILES

Overlooking Sundance Sq, the iconic Chisholm Trail Mural commemorates the local segment of the Chisholm Trail cattle drives of 1867-75.

7. Sid Richardson Museum

13.92 MILES

If the Stockyards didn't sate your hunger for all things western, pop in here for some art. It's known for its striking paintings by Frederic Remington…

8. Firestone & Robertson Distillery

13.99 MILES

Texas' first craft whiskey distillery is a true delight, established in a 1927 warehouse and using many reclaimed antique materials as furnishings (the…