Overview
Duncanville is a southern suburb of Dallas, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in Texas. Duncanville's population was 39,000 in 2019. The city is part of the Best Southwest area, which includes Duncanville, Cedar Hill, DeSoto, and Lancaster.
1 bars & cafés · 4 places to stay
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Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Feb–May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 97°F; winter lows dip to about 38°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Oct and May. (climate data from nearby Dallas)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- DAL Dallas Love Field, Dallas — 14 mi away (major hub). Directions
- DFW Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Dallas-Fort Worth — 19 mi away (major hub). Directions
South of Dallas, along Interstate 20 generally between Texas State Highway Spur 408 and U.S. Route 67.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $50–$81 a night (typical $77), from 4 listed prices.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$90, mid-range ~$150, comfortable ~$250.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Food for you
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Understand
The land was purchased by Illinois resident Mr. Crawford Trees in 1845. Duncanville has served as an air force training camp. With the completion of nearby Joe Pool Lake in the 1980s, Duncanville has increased in stature as a popular tourist destination. Overnight accommodations include several well-known chains, such as Motel 6 and Hilton Garden Inn. The city is home to a variety of local eateries and national restaurant chains, some of which have been in business for decades.
Get in
By car
South of Dallas, along Interstate 20 generally between Texas State Highway Spur 408 and U.S. Route 67.
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Drink
Drink Legends Bar and Grill
Live Music
Sleep
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