Cityplace, Dallas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cityplace
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West Village, Mondrian and Tower at Cityplace
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| Counties | Dallas |
| City | Dallas |
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| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) 0% |
| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 972 |
Cityplace is a lively neighborhood in Dallas, Texas, USA. It's part of Old East Dallas, located very close to the Uptown area. You can find Cityplace right next to the intersection of Central Expressway and Haskell Avenue/Blackburn Street. It's also a special area that helps fund improvements for the community.
On the east side of Central Expressway, Cityplace has the beautiful, tree-lined Haskell Boulevard. This street leads past the impressive 42-story Tower at Cityplace. This tower is the tallest building in Dallas outside of the downtown area! Also on the east side, you'll find the newer Cityville apartment complex. On the west side of Cityplace, there's the modern West Village and the northern part of the Uptown neighborhood.
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Exploring Cityplace's Tallest Buildings
Cityplace is home to some very tall structures. These buildings stand out in the Dallas skyline.
Impressive Heights
When we measure by how tall they are, the tallest buildings in the Cityplace neighborhood include:
- Tower at Cityplace - This tower reaches about 560 feet (171 meters) into the sky.
- The Mondrian
Businesses in Cityplace
Many businesses choose Cityplace as their home. For example, on June 8, 2009, Dean Foods announced they would move their offices to the Tower at Cityplace. They moved there in early 2010.
What to See and Do in Cityplace
Cityplace offers several interesting places to visit and explore.
Popular Spots
- Tower at Cityplace - You can see this tall building from many parts of the neighborhood.
- West Village - This area is known for its shops, restaurants, and entertainment. It's a great place to hang out.
Learning in Cityplace
The Cityplace area has several schools for students of different ages.
Public Schools (Dallas ISD)
The Dallas Independent School District (DISD) serves students in Cityplace.
High Schools
- North Dallas High School - This is a large high school, classified as AAAAA.
Middle Schools
- Rusk Middle School
- Alex W. Spence Middle School
Elementary Schools
- Houston Elementary School
Private Schools
- Holy Trinity Catholic School
Getting Around Cityplace
It's easy to travel around Cityplace and connect to other parts of Dallas.
Fun Streetcars
MATA: M-Line Trolley
- The M-Line Trolley is a special old-fashioned streetcar. It takes you between the Cityplace/Uptown station in Uptown and the St Paul station in Downtown. The best part is, riding the M-Line Trolley is completely free!
- The M-Line has 40 stops that take you to important places. These include the West Village, McKinney Avenue, Klyde Warren Park, the Dallas Arts District, and the historic State Thomas neighborhood.
Quick Light Rail
DART: You can catch the DART light rail lines Blue Line, Red Line, and Orange Line in Cityplace.
- Cityplace/Uptown station - This station is a major hub for DART trains in the area.
Images for kids
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Tree-lined Haskell Avenue
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North Dallas High School
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West Village
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M-Line Trolley at West Village
