Dallas is a lively, affordable-for-a-major-city hub with walkable pockets like Uptown, Deep Ellum and Bishop Arts offering diverse dining, live music, museums, big‑league sports, riverfront trails and plenty of short‑term rentals and coworking—perfect for multi‑week stays that feel active and varied rather than stuck.
Within an hour you can swap vibes: Fort Worth to the west (historic Stockyards, museums and a relaxed western feel) or Plano/Frisco to the north (modern shopping, dining and corporate amenities), giving you easy weekend options.