Things to Do in Richardson, Texas
Searching for the best things to do in Richardson, Texas? Well, you are in the right place! Just three and a half hours from where I live, Richardson is always one of my favorite cities to explore in Texas.
Now, first things first, Richardson is a suburb of Dallas. The "Telecom Corridor" is home to Fujitsu, Raytheon, Texas Instruments and countless other tech companies.
Our last visit coincided with Cottonwood Art Festival in early May which added heaps of fun to our trip. You get to see cool art, listen to music and sample affordable street food. I highly recommend heading to Cottonwood Park and checking it out! But I have to warn you that parking can be a challenge so it's best to arrive early.
Breckinridge Park
I was really wowed by the family-friendly atmosphere in this place! My son loves playing outside so we headed to Breckinridge Park first. It's actually the largest park in Richardson (417 acres). You can throw a frisbee or badminton racquets in the back of your car because the parks has meadows. Or hike along the trails instead.
Little kids can have fun on the playgrounds too.
What I loved best:
Picnic on a bench near the pond.
Eisemann Center
I adored watching a play here! If you are staying overnight (3-star Aloft Richardson has loft-inspired rooms), get tickets and see a performance at the Eisemann Center.
What I loved best:
The acoustics are fantastic.
Four Bullets Brewery
I thought that our stop here was the best idea on our Texas road trip this month. Award-Winning Craft Beer in Richardson, TX? Head to Four Bullets Brewery for a laid-back night out. You'll find it in a converted warehouse near downtown Richardson.
What I loved best:
The outdoor patio was my favorite part. You get to sit under the string lights, with music in the background. It's got this great community vibe.
AMF Richardson Lanes
This place surprised me with how fun it was. Like the idea of a fun night out? Bowling a few games at AMF Richardson Lanes is a fun thing to do in Richardson. Our son liked the arcade and billiards area too. We ordered classic comfort food.
Jeng Chi Restaurant
I fell hard for the flavors at this place! In the mood for Chinese food instead? Check out Jeng Chi Restaurant, a standout. You can start with their signature juicy steamed dumplings, grab some vegetables or meat-based dishes, and share family-style.
Located in the heart of Richardson’s Chinatown area, Jeng Chi was recommended to us by locals for its comfort food.
CityLine
I couldn't have wished for a better place to do some last minute shopping. In the mood for some shopping on your weekend getaway? Richardson has that too. CityLine is easy to get to.
What I loved best: For me, CityLine was one of the best things to do in Richardson, Texas. In addition to plenty of stores, there was a cool selection of eateries.
