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Most Viewed Things to Do in Irving

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Las Colinas Sculpture

Las Colinas Sculpture, Irving

 6 Reviews  This striking sculpture known as The Mustangs was placed on Williams Square in 1984. The horses gallop across the plaza on a granite stream, manes streaming behind them, wild and free! We've taken... 

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Movie Studio of Las Colinas

Movie Studio of Las Colinas, Irving

 4 Reviews  The studios now offer a unique party facility. The setting is in a working movie studio location, combined with the attractions offered at The Studios. There are various sound stages that can be used... 

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Mandalay Canal

Mandalay Canal, Irving

 1 Review  The Mandalay Canal is such a charming part of Las Colinas. Old World style gives these office buildings, restaurants and shops a uniqueness from its modern counterparts on the street above. We... 

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Las Colinas Flower Clock

Las Colinas Flower Clock, Irving

 2 Reviews  Las Colinas' pretty floral clock welcomes you to this master planned community. You'll pass it when traveling O'Connor Boulevard. It reminds me a similar display we viewed in Valparaiso,Chile. This... 

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Rock Island Depot

Rock Island Depot, Irving

 1 Review  Irving’s depot was built in 1903 and was originally located at the north end of Main Street. This particular depot was moved from Fate in Texas on March 5, 1986 to Irving to stand as a replicat of the... 

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Campion Trails

Campion Trails, Irving

 1 Review  Campion Trails is a 22-mile winding greenway which follows the Trinity River's El and West forks. The project is still underway but it is working towards 22 miles of 12 foot wide trails for walking,... 

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Williams Square

Williams Square, Irving

 1 Review  Williams Square is one of the main draw cards for those wanting to see the Mustangs of Las Colinas. The square was designed to be a 'people place' to sit and enjoy the setting of the watercourse. It... 

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Bell Tower

Bell Tower, Irving

 1 Review  Only Bell Tower Station is usually accessible to the public and is located on the Mandalay Canal Walk. The other three stations are inside private office buildings (Millennium Center, Equity Offices... 

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National Scouting Museum

National Scouting Museum, Irving

 1 Review  My son is currently working on his Eagle rank, so this was a definite stop on our DFW excursion. Even if you are not involved in Boy Scouts in any way, this museum is worth a visit. The Norman... 

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Caster Cabin

Caster Cabin, Irving

 1 Review  The Caster Cabin is one of Irving's original cabins. It was built in 1887 by Henry Caster and now sits in Heritage Park. During the Heritage Festival in June each year you can tour the cabin (a short... 

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Irving’s First Public Library

Irving’s First Public Library, Irving

 1 Review  Irving's first library building was opened in 1941. Mrs Esther Hurwitz purchased a 5 bedroom house for $1,000 and in 1951 had the house moved to Main Street where she operated the library until 1962.... 

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Mandalay Canal Walk

 1 Review  The Mandalay Canal Walk is in the heart of Las Colinas. There are a number of businesses in the surrounding buildings and hotels. The walk is tree lined and very peaceful and during the week days many... 

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Yin Baguazhang and Taichi Advanced Fitness

Yin Baguazhang and Taichi Advanced Fitness, Irving

 baguairving Says:  Experience a holistic mind and body approach to ancient Internal Martial Arts from the Forbidden City in Beijing. Genuine transmission and knowledge of... 

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The Gilbert House

The Gilbert House, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  This house belonged to the Gilbert family. Franklin Gilbert was a second generation pioneer doctor. Both he and his pioneer nurse wife Dorothy were involved in... 

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Early Railroad Town

Early Railroad Town, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  The railroad town of Irving was founded by two railroad engineers in 1903. A lot of the early character is very much present in the downtown area. Heritage Park... 

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Heritage Park

Heritage Park, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  Heritage Park is located in the heart of the heritage district in Irving. The park contains a number of historic relics. The Gazebo is a replica of an early... 

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Historic Birdville Trail

Historic Birdville Trail, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  The Birdville Trail dates back to 1847. Travellers from Dallas would follow this trail via Cedar Springs and Breck and west on to Birdville (now Halthom City)... 

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The Watercourse

The Watercourse, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  The watercourse runs diagonally across the plaza which is the length of two football fields. The terraced granite allows you to walk along the edge of the... 

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A Definite European Feel

A Definite European Feel, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  There is quite an old European feel about the style of the buildings along the canal area, all mixed in with modern style office blocks and high rises. 

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Heritage House

Heritage House, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  The Heritage House was built in 1912 and is one of Irving's oldest homes. An early player piano has recently been donated to the house. The house is located... 

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Take a Water Taxi Tour

Take a Water Taxi Tour, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  There are mahogany Venetian water taxis that cruise up and down the waterways and Lake Carolyn. Tradition dictates that couples kiss under every bridge.. 

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More of the Architecture

More of the Architecture, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  More of the old European style architecture.. 

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A Great Location for Festivals

A Great Location for Festivals, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  During the year the Mandalay Canal is the site of many events throughout the year. CanalFest is held each June.. 

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Shops and Restaurants

Shops and Restaurants, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  Quaint little shops line the banks of the waterway along with restaurants. The paths are all cobblestoned. 

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The Exhibit

The Exhibit, Irving

 keeweechic Says:  Just across from the Mustangs in Williams Square is the Mustang Sculpture Exhibit which includes explanatory video about its formation.. 

Top 3 Hotels in Irving

Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas

 1 Review and 184 Opinions  What can I say? When you stay at a Four Seasons you get the best. The service is unbelievable. There... 

 Hotels in Irving

Omni Mandalay Hotel

 1 Review and 203 Opinions  The spacious lobby of the Omni Mandalay has many seating areas, off which is Morsels--a snack/gift... 

 Hotels in Irving

Red Roof Dallas Dfw Airport North

 1 Review and 76 Opinions  My family had reservations for this hotel when we came back from a trip. Had a confirmation number,... 

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 Just across from the Mustangs in Williams Square is the Mustang Sculpture Exhibit which includes explanatory video about its formation.. 

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Q:  Thinking of staying here when we have an overnight layover in Dallas. We will probably arrive about 9pm. We won't have a car so... 

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A: This is not a real populated area, but because there are businesses around, there are also some restaurants - but do check on the hours as they probably do more lunch... 

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Irving, Texas--A Charming Community

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 Most recent tip (APRIL)The 2008 Byron Nelson Championship made an exciting Saturday afternoon event. I've added two new SPORTS TIPS on this experience. Also, an upscale Mexican restaurant was the...... 

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The Mustangs of Los Colinas

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Irving. I'd love to share with you the 12 tips I've written, the 70 photos uploaded, and 3 travelogues I've created. 

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Keeweechic's Irving

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 Early communities in the area were Sowers, Kit Shady Grove, Union Bower and Beer Creek to name just a few. These all sprang up in the last half of the 1800s. Irving was founded in 1903 and eventually... 

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Irving, Texas

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 Home of the Texas Cowboys for many years, Irving lies east of DFW airport. Las Colinas is located along the northern boundaries of Irving. There are several universities - the DeVry Univeristy is the... 

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