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Things to Do  

Heritage Park

Heritage Park, Garland

 3 Reviews  Heritage Park is on a small corner right in downtown Garland. On this site are historical structures which include the Lyle House (a 'matchbox' styled house) Pace House (Victorian Farm House), Santa Fe Depot and Railroad Car. 

Landmark Museum

Landmark Museum, Garland

 1 Review  Garlands Landmark Museum is housed in the former Santa Fe depot. The museum displays some early settlers artefacts, old newspapers, farm tools and quilts. The museum was opened in 1974 when the old depot was declared a historic landmark. The Museum is open Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 

Old Santa Fe Depot

Old Santa Fe Depot, Garland

 1 Review  The old depot celebrated its 100th birthday in 2001. The first depot built in 1886 was burnt to the ground in 1900. A replacement was built in 1901. A train wreck later that year almost demolished the building. The towns people decided to move the depot to its present location (150 yards NE) and... 

Plaza Theatre

Plaza Theatre, Garland

 1 Review  The Plaza Theatre has been a landmark for over 50 years in Garland. Just recently the Plaza was restored to the grandeur of its past. This theatre opened in April 1941 with the opening show staring Robert Young, Randolph Scott, Dean Jagger, and Virginia Gilmore in "Western Union." This is the third... 

Downtown Square Plaza

Downtown Square Plaza, Garland

 1 Review  This little square plaza sits in the heart of downtown Garland. In early December the community celebrates the lighting of the Christmas Tree which sits in what usually is a pond right in the centre. At this time of year, the water is turned off and the pond is drained. This historic downtown... 

Clock Tower

Clock Tower, Garland

 1 Review  The limestone clock tower was built to represent a reflection of a vintage railroad station. In the old days, clock towers were a part of town squares and train stations. This particular one is on the site of the Dart Park and Ride. 

Garland Civic Theatre

Garland Civic Theatre, Garland

 1 Review  This little theatre performs many well known productions throughout the year for the North Dallas community. You almost miss it on the side of the square as there are no neon’s or large signs to show that its even there. 

Hotels  

La Quinta Inn Garland

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Restaurants  

The Corner Pocket Sandwich Shoppe

The Corner Pocket Sandwich Shoppe, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  This shop is quite decorative and in a good corner position right opposite on the square. It is a sandwich shop and deli. You certainly can't miss it driving or walking around the square. 

Eduardo Ristorante

Eduardo Ristorante, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  They have oven-baked specialties which include Lasagna, Ziti, Manicotti, Canelloni, Eggplant Pamigiana, Ravioli and Veal Pamigiana with Spaghetti. The menu also includes a variety of Chicken, Seafood and Pasta creations. 

Nightlife  

Garland Performing Arts

Garland Performing Arts, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  The Garland Center for the Performing Arts opened in June 1982 with two theatres with seating for 720 and 200. In its first year of operation, the Center won two State Awards, the Texas Arts Alliance Award for excellence in building and management and the Texas Municipal... 

Hollywood Cinema

Hollywood Cinema, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  The Hollywood Cinema is part of the Cinemark Group. There are 15 theaters at this location. A pretty impressive art deco styled building. 

Garland Opry House

Garland Opry House, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  The Garland Opry has been running for over 24 years and is the longest running Opry in Texas. The Opry presents a live country/western show every Saturday night. Every year there is a Talent Search and a Scholarship Competition. 

Transportation  

Garland Park & Ride

Garland Park & Ride, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  The Dart Transit centre is right opposite the new rail station downtown. With the introduction of the light rail station across the road, the express service downtown has now been discontinued, but services still run within Garland.Address: Walnut St. & 5th St., Garland 

DART Rail

DART Rail, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  Garland has just opened a new Dart Rail station. Trains run from 5:00 a.m. to 12 midnight daily with departures about every 10 mins during rush hour. The travel time from Garland to West End station in Dallas is around 32 minutes. The rail station has 700 parking spaces over... 

Shopping  

Vikon El Bazzar

Vikon El Bazzar, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  Or otherwise known as the Vikon Village Flea Market. This is an indoor market not far from Hwy 635 (Jupiter off ramp). There are very few of these types of markets in this or surrounding areas other than your carpark trash and treasure type market. You walk in to this... 

Fry Electronics

Fry Electronics, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  Frys is a huge electronic store, there is one in Garland. The company originated in California by three brothers who wanted to provide a one-stop-shopping environment for the Hi-tech Professional. Each store has its own unique theme… The one in Garland adopts a Lazy-K ranch... 

The Gathering Place

The Gathering Place, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  This store has lots of nooks and crannies within it selling anything from crafts, gifts, pictures, souvenirs, pieces of furniture and jewellery. Whatever you need to buy, you are sure to find something here. 

Local Customs  

MotorCops for Kids Toy Run

MotorCops for Kids Toy Run, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  Held in November, this is an event sponsored by the Garland Police Traffic Division to raise money and toys for needy children. Motorcycle riders from around the area are taken on a police escorted ride through Garland, Rowlett and Rockwall. Admission for the ride is an... 

Star Spangled 4th Festival

Star Spangled 4th Festival, Garland

 keeweechic Says:  This is a week long celebration held in July in downtown Garland. There are crafts, food and non-stop entertainment. There is also a evening parade with fireworks and laser and light shows.This is a street mural on the side of one of the buildings on the square. 

Warnings and Dangers  

Gang dangers

Gang dangers, Garland

 chucky15 Says:  Gang violence in West Garland is high with as many as 8 gangs inluding the most active West Walnut Familia, South Side Criminals 13, West Side Bloods, Legacy Point Crips, North Dallas Hustlas, and more. It is mainly suggested staying away from the 8th ward including the... 

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