SMU
WRITTEN BY
Nicole Levinson, Mom of SMU Student & Owner of Home Staffing Agency
CONTRIBUTIONS BY
The College Corner Editorial Team
SMU is a very unique school, it has everything from a gorgeous campus, to great Greek life, and the city of Dallas is fun and sophisticated with great food and great shopping. I love going to visit my son because Dallas has everything and we always have so much fun!
WHERE TO STAY
PHOTO CREDIT: Resort Pass
Directly across the street from campus
6101 HILLCREST AVENUE
Ideal location to stay when moving your kids into school. Makes everything so much easier. They have an outdoor pool, fitness center, restaurant and other amenities, plus it’s pet friendly!
THE JOULE DALLAS
10 minute drive to campus
1530 MAIN STREET
A luxury hotel with fitness center, outdoor pool with a welcoming roof deck and spa, plus a speak easy! Walking distance to the Dallas Museum of Art and the historic JFK Memorial. Pet friendly.
MANSION ON TURTLE CREEK
20 minute drive to campus
2821 TURTLE CREEK BLVD
Gorgeous luxury hotel with swimming pool & fitness studio. The Mansion Bar is our favorite and they even have afternoon tea!
This is likely the most expensive option but definitely worth it!
Pet friendly.
WHAT TO DO
PHOTO CREDIT: SMU
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Snider Plaza - Known as the town square, this three-block shopping area has cute boutiques and restaurants.
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Hyena’s Comedy Nightclub - Great after a day of exploring.
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Meadows Museum - Has one of the largest collections of Spanish art in the world. It is free to the public on Thursdays after 5pm.
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Walking around campus
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Boulevarding - It is like a fancy tailgate before football games - it’s an SMU thing you definitely want to do.
WHERE TO SHOP
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Mockingbird Station - A modern mall with a combination of well known stores and local boutiques.
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Highland Park Village - Gtreat for luxury shopping and fine dining. Home to the first Neiman Marcus!
WHERE TO EAT
PHOTO CREDIT: NICK & SAMS
NICK & SAM’S STEAKHOUSE
Steakhouse
3008 MAPLE AVENUE
We love taking our boys with other families. It’s a great scene, delicious food, and show stopping desserts.
LORO
Fast Casual Asian BBQ
1812 N HASKELL AVENUE
Delicious food, great for happy hour with a fun patio space. Perfect option if you don’t have time to make a reservation.
KOMODO DALLAS
Casual Italian
1001 PEARL STREET
Fun vibe and the kids love it. Great for brunch, dinner and the lounge. They also have a sushi masterclass series where you can learn to make sushi!
ROOTS SOUTHERN TABLE
Modern Southern
13050 BEE STREET, SUITE 160
If you are looking for Southern food you will love this one! They have amazing fried chicken!
SADELLE’S
Elevated Deli
1 HIGHLAND PARK VILLAGE
Highland Park favorite with outdoor seating. Deli and bakery but open all day with New York style bagels. Great for brunch and mimosas after a long day in Highland Park.
