Margaret McDermott Bridge, Dallas

Name: Margaret McDermott Bridge
Address: Dallas, United States

#83 among attractions in Dallas

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The Margaret McDermott Bridge is a conventional concrete pier-and-beam freeway bridge with cable-stayed bike lines over the Trinity River in Dallas, Texas. It replaced the late-1950s to early-1960s Interstate 30 bridge, which reached its end of life. It was partially designed by Santiago Calatrava, and is part of the Trinity River Project and the Horseshoe Project. It was named for Margaret McDermott, an area philanthropist. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 2013 (11 years ago)Height: 340 ftCoordinates: 32°46'11"N, 96°49'5"W

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Oak Cliff (North Oak Cliff)Dallas United States

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Margaret McDermott Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dealey Plaza, Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, Reunion Tower, Dallas World Aquarium.

0.8 miNE
Site of JFK's assassination
Dealey Plaza, Dallas
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0.9 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, Dallas
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0.7 miNE
Iconic observation deck with city views
Reunion Tower, Dallas
17 min walk • Reunion Tower is an iconic landmark gracing the skyline of Dallas, Texas, with its distinctive glowing ball illuminating the city night after night. Standing at a height of 561 feet, this tower is not just a part of the city's fabric; it's a beacon for locals...
1.2 miNE
Exotic animals in replica habitats
Dallas World Aquarium, Dallas
31 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dallas, Texas, the Dallas World Aquarium offers a unique and immersive experience for visitors of all ages. This expansive aquarium is not just a haven for marine life but also a sanctuary for a remarkable collection of tropical birds, mammals...
1.4 miNE
Shopping, Department store
Neiman Marcus, Dallas
37 min walk • The Neiman Marcus Building is a historic commercial structure located in the Main Street District in downtown Dallas, Texas. It is the corporate headquarters and flagship store of Neiman Marcus.
0.9 miNE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Dallas County Courthouse, Dallas
23 min walk • The Dallas County Courthouse, built in 1892 of red sandstone with rusticated marble accents, is a historic governmental building located at 100 South Houston Street in Dallas, Texas.
0.9 miNE
Exhibits at JFK assassination site
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, Dallas
23 min walk • The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is a museum located on the sixth floor of the Dallas County Administration Building in downtown Dallas, Texas, overlooking Dealey Plaza at the intersection of Elm and Houston Streets.
1.1 miNE
Park, Sculpture
Pioneer Plaza, Dallas
29 min walk • Pioneer Plaza is a large public park located in the Convention Center District of downtown Dallas, Texas. It contains a large sculpture and is a heavily visited tourist site.
0.9 miNE
Monuments and statues, Memorial
John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial, Dallas
24 min walk • The John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial is a monument to United States President John Fitzgerald Kennedy in the West End Historic District of downtown Dallas, Texas erected in 1970, and designed by noted architect Philip Johnson.
0.5 miE
Bridge
Houston Street Viaduct, Dallas
13 min walk • The Houston Street Viaduct is a viaduct in Dallas, Texas, that carries Houston Street across the Trinity River, connecting Downtown Dallas and Oak Cliff. Designed by Ira G. Hedrick, it was built in 1911, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
1 miNE
Shopping, Department store, Italianate architecture
Sanger Harris department store building, Dallas
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Margaret McDermott Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Houston Street Viaduct, Dallas (13 min walk), Reunion Tower, Dallas (17 min walk), Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, Dallas (19 min walk), Ronald Kirk Bridge, Dallas (21 min walk).

How to get to Margaret McDermott Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Margaret McDermott Bridge:

Tram

Greenbriar • Lines: 620 (14 min walk)
Oakenwald • Lines: 620 (17 min walk)

Train

Dallas Union Station (19 min walk)
Convention Center (24 min walk)

Light rail

Union Station • Lines: Blue, Red (19 min walk)
Convention Center • Lines: Blue, Red (24 min walk)

Bus

Greyhound (26 min walk)
O • Lines: 29, 52, 59, 749 (28 min walk)