West End Historic District

The West End Historic District sits on the western edge of downtown Dallas near the Trinity River, where the city first began, and is known for its red-brick warehouses, museums, and walkable streets. Visitors come for major attractions like the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, the Dallas World Aquarium, the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, Old Red Museum, and the nearby Victory Park entertainment area, all of which keep local streets busy throughout the day and into the evening. Traffic is heaviest around Market Street, Elm Street, Record Street, and the roads leading toward Victory Avenue, where drivers compete for convenient spots closest to museums and restaurants.

Parking options in this neighborhood include multi-level garages, museum and attraction lots, and a limited supply of metered street spaces, with garages such as the West End Parking Center and lots around the aquarium and Dealey Plaza filling quickly at peak times. Because enforcement is strict and time limits vary by block, drivers should always read posted signs carefully, keep an eye on meter hours, and verify current rules with official city or venue information before they arrive. Booking parking in advance near these high-demand blocks makes parking in West End Historic District simpler, cuts down on circling in downtown traffic, and helps ensure a smooth, low-stress visit whether you are here for sightseeing or business.