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Richardson is a city of about 120,000 people just north of Dallas, at the heart of the Telecom Corridor, where hundreds of technology companies have offices. It began as a railroad stop in the 1870s and grew rapidly after World War II, and today it is home to the University of Texas at Dallas and some of the best Asian food in North Texas.
Richardson's Chinatown and the many restaurants along Greenville Avenue and Spring Valley Road serve dishes from across China, Taiwan, Korea and Vietnam. CityLine, a newer district around a DART station, has offices, apartments, restaurants and events, and the Eisemann Center for Performing Arts hosts concerts and touring shows.
The University of Texas at Dallas has a modern campus and a public art scene, and Breckinridge Park and Spring Creek Nature Area offer trails and open fields. Every spring the Wildflower! Arts and Music Festival brings live music, and the city's historic downtown along Main Street is being revived with local businesses.
Richardson's original town center along Main Street near the old railroad line, now being revived as the Core District. Expect local restaurants, coffee shops, small shops and murals. Walk it in the evening when patios are busy, and park on the side streets.
A large mixed-use district at US 75 and the President George Bush Turnpike with offices, apartments, restaurants, a Whole Foods and a central plaza that hosts events. It sits next to the CityLine/Bush DART station, so taking the train in avoids parking hunts.
A cluster of Asian shopping centers around Greenville Avenue and Main Street with Chinese, Taiwanese, Korean and Vietnamese restaurants, bakeries, tea shops and supermarkets. It is one of the best areas in North Texas for dumplings, hot pot and dim sum; weekend lunches get busy.
Richardson's main performing arts venue in Galatyn Park, with a large concert hall and a smaller theater hosting touring shows, the Richardson Symphony Orchestra, dance, comedy and community productions. Check the season calendar online and arrive early for parking.
The UT Dallas campus in Richardson is known for its modern design, the tree-lined Chess Plaza and reflecting pools, and public art. Visitors can walk the grounds, see student performances and lectures, and visit the campus galleries. Weekends are quiet and parking is easier.
A 417-acre city park on Richardson's northeast side with sports fields, open meadows, a fishing pond, picnic pavilions and walking trails along Rowlett Creek. It is a good place for a picnic, a jog or a kite on a breezy day, and pavilions can be reserved through the city.
A small, shady neighborhood park on Prairie Creek in east Richardson known for its little rock waterfalls and pond, footbridges and walking path. It is a favorite spot for family photos and a quiet stroll; visit after a rain when the falls are flowing best.
A landscaped urban park and plaza beside the Eisemann Center and Galatyn Park DART station, with lawns, water features and walking paths along a small nature preserve. It hosts outdoor events and festivals, and is easy to reach by DART rail from Dallas.
A wooded preserve along Spring Creek in northern Richardson with natural surface trails, a paved path and creekside views where you may spot birds and other wildlife. It feels far from the city despite being surrounded by neighborhoods. Wear sturdy shoes after rain.
A long-running juried outdoor art show held twice a year, in spring and fall, in Cottonwood Park. Around two hundred artists sell paintings, jewelry, ceramics and glass, with live music and food trucks. Admission has traditionally been free; go early on Saturday for best selection.
Richardson's big multi-day music festival held each May around Galatyn Park and the Eisemann Center, with several stages of rock, country and tribute bands, art vendors and kids activities. Buy tickets online in advance and use DART rail to skip festival traffic.
A city-owned public golf facility with two 18-hole courses set along wooded creek land in northeast Richardson, plus a driving range and practice greens. Rates are reasonable for the Dallas area. Book tee times online, especially for weekend mornings.
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