Cities to Visit: Addison, Texas
Just fifteen minutes north of downtown Dallas, the
Town of Addison offers an oasis of dining, shopping and entertainment
all within walking distance or a short trolley ride from 22 hotels.
Addison visitors enjoy a variety of cuisines with over 160 restaurants packed
into 4.3 square miles. For nighttime fun, enjoy one
of the jazz, comedy and dance
venues or attend a theatre or orchestra
presentation. Fill your days with shopping for unusual items
at the antique malls and the many specialty boutiques
or head to the world renowned Galleria Mall, as well
as Village on the Parkway.
Year-round entertainment can be found at one of Addison's many special
events, including the Annual North Texas Jazz Festival, Taste
of Addison, Addison Kaboom Town!, and Addison
Oktoberfest. Also check out Bookworm Bash, ArtFest and
many other events in the new Addison Circle Park.
For meetings, conventions, parties and weddings, the Addison
Arts and Events District offers a beautiful and unique venue
with 19,000 square feet of indoor meeting space and multiple outdoor
locations. Addison's 22 hotels offer another 165,000
square feet of meeting and ballroom space.
WHERE TO STAY
Country Inn & Suites, 4355 Beltway Dr.; (972) 503-7800,
Res. (800) 456-4000. Featuring outstanding amenities and services such
as free high speed internet, in room refrigerators, microwaves, and lots
of other extras. Perfect for business or pleasure. www.countryinns.com/addisontx
Hilton Garden Inn-Addison, 4090 Belt Line Rd., Addison
75001; (972) 233-8000, 1-800-Hiltons. Located in the heart of North Dallas
off Belt Line Road & Midway among 125 restaurants. Free shuttle to
the Galleria & area attractions within 3 miles. www.addisontx.gardeninn.com.