Written by John Morris, WheelchairTravel.org, 2023

Dallas is a modern city in the heart of Texas – one that unites people of all races, ethnicities and religions into a vibrant fabric that is quintessentially American. Its diverse neighborhoods have a hometown feel, while the downtown area is in the midst of a revitalization.

Dallas Sidewalk Accessibility

Each time I visit a new city, I make a concerted effort to roll on as many sidewalks as possible. I want to get a very clear understanding of sidewalk accessibility across all areas of the city, but especially those tourists are most likely to encounter. Dallas was no exception, and I believe this section will prepare you for exploring Dallas by wheelchair, “on foot” or “on wheels.”

Downtown Dallas sidewalk and street crossing

Downtown is the site of a great deal of construction and revitalization of the city center. Many sidewalks are currently undergoing repairs to make them more accessible to wheelchair users and pedestrians alike. The majority are paved with either cement or a cement mixed with crushed rock. These sidewalks are fairly smooth, though individual slabs are occasionally (or often) uneven, depending on the street. In total, sidewalks in Downtown Dallas are not unlike those found in the majority of other major cities. Because repairs and construction are harder to achieve in urban centers, many sidewalks are in disrepair. Despite these “bumpy” conditions, they remain usable.

Curb cuts or ramps will be found at almost every intersection. During my time in Dallas, across all neighborhoods, I only spotted a few sidewalks without an accessible entryway. Crossing signals mark all of the intersections that have traffic signals for vehicles. Most, but not all, have a pedestrian button that can be pressed. The majority of these are within reach of the sidewalk and easy to use.

Downtown Dallas is, for the most part, flat. This makes rolling in a wheelchair much less stressful for the manual wheelchair user, and better for the battery life of powered chairs. I found some fairly substantial hills in the Arts District and also in the Bishop Arts District. Public transportation is a great way to avoid these barriers, as city buses stop directly in front of popular attractions.

As construction continues, be advised that some sidewalks may be closed or blocked off. Sidewalk closures could add a bit of distance to your walk or roll.

Also understand that my sidewalk review does not take into account the city’s residential areas and suburbs. The purpose of the wheelchair travel guides on this website is not to assess a city’s livability, but to assist wheelchair travelers in planning a temporary visit or tourist itinerary.

Dallas Sports Teams & Stadiums

The Dallas Metropolitan Area is home to a wide assortment of professional sports teams, although only two are located inside the city limits. Mark Cuban’s Dallas Mavericks and the NHL’s Dallas Stars both share the American Airlines Arena, which is easily accessible via the city’s DART light rail. The Dallas Cowboys of the NFL and the Texas Rangers of the MLB are located near to the city, but the accessible transit route is longer. Still, each of these teams have arenas and stadiums with accessible seating and wheelchair access. Links to the team-specific accessibility information and ticket office phone numbers are listed below.

Dallas Cowboys (NFL)

With more fans than any other team in the National Football League, the Cowboys are an important part of Dallas culture and history. The Cowboys play in Arlington, Texas at AT&T Stadium, which is commonly referred to as “Jerry World,” after the team’s owner. The stadium is located at:

1 AT&T Way
Arlington, Texas 76011

AT&T Stadium is served by multiple Metro Arlington Express (MAX) bus routes. These wheelchair accessible city buses offer connections to Centreport Station and the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) train. The TRE offers wheelchair accessible service to Downtown Dallas at Union Station.

For information on ADA seating and tickets, visit www.dallascowboys.com. For additional information on accessibility at the stadium, visit www.attstadium.com.

Dallas Mavericks (NBA)

The National Basketball Association is represented in Dallas by the Mavericks. The team has gained additional attention courtesy of its owner, Mark Cuban, who is one of the stars of ABC’s Shark Tank. The team plays at the American Airlines Center inside the City of Dallas. The arena is located at:

2500 Victory Ave.
Dallas, Texas 75219

American Airlines Center is just steps away from Victory station on the DART light rail. This station and the arena are only a few stops away from the heart of Downtown Dallas. The TRE trains also stop at Victory.

For information on ADA seating and tickets to Dallas Mavericks games, visit www.mavs.com.

Dallas Stars (NHL)

The Dallas Stars is the city’s popular hockey team. Like the Mavericks, the Dallas Stars play at the American Airlines Center. The arena is located at:

2500 Victory Ave.
Dallas, Texas 75219

For information on ADA seating and tickets to Dallas Stars games, click here.

Dallas Wings (WNBA)

The Wings, formerly located in Detroit and later Tulsa, moved to Dallas for the 2016 season. The Dallas Wings are based at the College Park Center in downtown Arlington, Texas. The arena is located at:

600 S. Center St.
Arlington, Texas 76019

The public transportation route is similar to that for reaching the Cowboys Stadium. From Dallas, take the TRE to Centreport Station and transfer to the appropriate MAX City Bus.

For information on ADA seating and tickets to Dallas Wings games, visit www.wings.wnba.com.

FC Dallas forward Alan Velasco (left) and forward Paul Arriola celebrates a goal during the first half of an MLS soccer match on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Toyota Stadium in Frisco.

FC Dallas (MLS)

FC Dallas is a Major League Soccer franchise, founded in 1995 as the Dallas Burn. The team is actually based in Frisco, Texas, about 40 miles from Downtown Dallas. FC Dallas plays at Toyota Stadium, located at:

9200 World Cup Way
Frisco, Texas 75033

There are unfortunately no public transportation options between the City of Dallas and Toyota Stadium in Frisco.

For information on ADA seating and tickets to FC Dallas matches, visit www.fcdallas.com.

Texas Rangers (MLB)

Major League Baseball has a home in Dallas with the Texas Rangers. The team played at Globe Life Stadium in Arlington, Texas. If you attend a game, there is a good chance you’ll see the former President of the United States, George W. Bush, in the stands. Globe Life Stadium is located at:

1000 Ballpark Way
Arlington, Texas 76011

From Dallas, take the TRE train to Centreport Station and transfer to one of the MAX city bus routes. This will get you right to the stadium.

For information on ADA seating and tickets to Texas Rangers games, visit www.texas.rangers.mlb.com.

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