Dealey Plaza Attractions & Things to do

Explore Dallas like never before on this three and a half hour small group tour with transport by air-conditioned van. Travel to the Grassy Knoll and the infamous car ride that made history on November 22, 1963. Many people remember the day when they heard the news of the tragic assassination of former President John F. Kennedy as he drove through Dallas. The assassination, assumed to be by Lee Harvey Oswald, is one of the most discussed and speculated unsolved mysteries of our time. Includes Lee Harvey Oswald Rooming House.
*** Please be advised there is walking involved in the first hour of the tour. ****
Duration: 3 hours.

This is the original JFK tour taking you back in history to November 22, 1963. You will travel through the city streets of Dallas, down the motorcade route, through Dealey Plaza, and then the trolley leaves downtown and follows the timeline of Lee Harvey Oswald. You'll see the Texas Theater, the Officer JD Tippet murder scene, Oswald's rooming house, old city jail, Jack Ruby's dance club, and old county jail. Our JFK tour covers all four days surrounding the assassination.
Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes.

Hop on and Cruize Downtown Dallas in one of our electric Cruizers. Our fun guided small group tour takes you around downtown to not only the must-see sights, but other spots that sometimes get overlooked. Everything is bigger in Dallas.
You can choose 1 or 2 hours options
Highlights include:
JFK Memorial
Pegas sculptor
Pioneer Plaza
Dallas City Hall
First Baptist Church Fountain Plaza
Farmers Market
Giant Eye
Arts District
Klyde Warren Park
American Airlines Center
Dealey Plaza
Our open air Cruizers hold 7 passengers plus the driver. This is a great way to see what Dallas has to offer.


Duration: 2 hours.

Get an overview of the highlights of Dallas in this 3-hour small group tour. Dallas is indeed a city of international renown and boasts some marvelous landmarks. The local guide will be able to provide insider knowledge on many of these sites, encouraging to return so they can take in the sights and sounds. 
Duration: 3 hours.

Explore Dallas in 2 hours with a guide and in an air-conditioned van. Pass by Grassy Knoll and the infamous car ride that made history on November 22, 1963. Many people remember the day when they heard the news of the tragic assassination of former President John F. Kennedy as he drove through Dallas. The assassination, assumed to be by Lee Harvey Oswald, is one of the most discussed and speculated unsolved mysteries of our time. Includes Lee Harvey Oswald Rooming House.
*** Please be advised there is walking involved in the first hour of the tour. ****
Duration: 2 hours.

Get acquainted with Dallas. See more than 100 points of interest on Dallas' only Hop On Hop Off tour. Learn about Dallas' history, where all the fun things are to do, and where Dallas is headed in the future. Use our climate controlled trolley to tour Dallas at your own pace. The hop tour is the BEST first thing to do!
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes.

Discover Dallas’s haunted past on a captivating walking ghost tour. Led by an experienced local guide, this tour explores the city’s most eerie and historically significant locations. As you stroll through the historic district, you’ll hear spine-chilling tales of spirits that haunt iconic buildings, each with its own story of tragedy and mystery.

Covering a mile of haunted ground, the tour includes stops at infamous sites like La Quinta Inn & Suites, where past whispers linger, and the Dallas County Courthouse, where justice and tragedy intersect. You'll also visit the storied Old Red Museum and Dealey Pizza, a local favorite with its own ghostly twist.

Prepare for an evening of thrills and chills as you delve into why Dallas is considered one of the South’s most haunted cities.
Duration: 1 hour.

Explore Dallas like never before. If you are someone who enjoyed the TV show “Dallas”, your tour of Southfork Ranch will be a memorable one. Come see the where the Ewing family called “home”, and see their lifestyle made famous by the watching world. 
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes.

Looking for a shorter tour? Check out our JFK Assassination 60 minutes Highlight Walking Tour
This is the perfect option if you have only one hour, but at the same time, you like to see and learn from the best in business.
Duration: 1 hour.

This 7-hour combination tour will give you the unique opportunity to see the highlights of both Dallas and Fort Worth in one day.
Duration: 7 hours.

We offer Guided Tours adventures on electric scooters through Dallas. Each tour adventure is completely different, customizable and fun. It’s why we’ve been consistently rated one of the best things to do in Dallas.
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.

This 2 part tour is designed with the history fan in mind. On the first part, your experienced guide is your driver on this 2 hour group tour. See the places and relive the events of the assassination. You will see historical Dealey Plaza, The Sixth Floor, and Lee Harvey Oswald's travels on the fateful day in 1963. You will also experience Oswald's Rooming House, just as it was in 1963.
You will also get to experience a unique tour with stops for great photos along the way.

Your group tour ends with the second part, your admission to the Sixth Floor Museum admission which is included. Please allow 60-90 minutes for the museum.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Short on time but not short on content!

Even if you are short on time you can still catch all the main features of the longer tours.

Our JFK Assassination Highlights Tour allows you to catch all the pertinent places and details covering the tragic events of 11/22/63.


Duration: 1 hour.

Embark on a 7 hour adventure of the Dallas and Cowboy Stadium. Enjoy a guided tour of the Dallas Cowboys’ new football stadium to witness the grand stadium, radio box, private suites, the Cotton Bowl offices, and much more. Explore the JFK memorial and Old Red Court House. This tour includes live commentary on board.
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes.

Your experienced guide is your driver on this 2-hour small group tour. See the places and re-live the events of the assassination. You will see historical Dealey Plaza, The Sixth Floor, and Lee Harvey Oswald's travels on the fateful day in 1963. Also includes a unique tour of Oswald's Rooming House, just as it was in 1963. There will be stops for great photo memories along the way.

Join us as we step back into history. You will see and visit the popular sights and get a rare insider look of the events that took place in Dallas. Retrace the travels of the “assassin”, Lee Harvey Oswald after the assassination. See where he lived, worked and was captured.

We limit the size of our JFK tour to allow a more personalized experience and allow for questions.

Duration: 2 hours.

We love Dallas and you will find out why on this exciting city tour! Join your private Tour Guide and you’re off to enjoy the Highlights of Dallas. You will learn about Dallas' history, art, architecture, JFK, professional sports teams, parks and more. We make tour stops along the way for photos, more in-depth information and to visit specific attractions. An informative and fun way to see and learn about Dallas!
*West End Historic District
*Dealey Plaza & JFK
*Pioneer Plaza
*Dallas Arts District
*Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge
*Klyde Warren Park
* Uptown Neighborhood
*Highland Park & Turtle Creek
*Bush Presidential Library & Museum
*Knox St. District
*AT&T Discovery District
*Victory Park neighboorhood
*Reunion Tower

Duration: 3 hours.

Get a quick overview of the city in this 75-minute tour, seeing all the major historical sites of the city as you receive narration from your guide. After starting as a small trading post in 1841, Dallas eventually became a city of international renown and boasts some marvelous landmarks. Join this small group tour to give yourself a more personalized experience as you take in the sights and sounds. 
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes.

We love Dallas and you will find out why on this exciting city tour! Join your Tour Guide and you’re off to enjoy the Highlights of Dallas. You will learn about Dallas' history, art, architecture, JFK, professional sports teams, parks and more.

No trip to Dallas is complete without a visit the legendary Southfork Ranch! Touring the ranch grounds and visiting the Ewing Mansion, recalling stories about JR, Miss Ellie and Bobby is such a fun way to visit Southfork Ranch!

We make tour stops along the way for photos, more in-depth information and to visit specific attractions. An informative and fun way to see and learn about Dallas!

* West End Historic District
* Dealey Plaza & JFK
* Pioneer Plaza
* Dallas Arts District
* MHH Bridge
* Klyde Warren Park
* Uptown
* Highland Park & Turtle Creek
* Bush Presidential Library & Museum
* Knox St. District
* AT&T Discovery District
* Victory Park
* Reunion Tower

* Southfork Ranch
* Legends Museum
* Ewing Mansion
* Ranch Roundup Gift Shop

Duration: 6 hours.

On this historic GPS Smartphone guided Audio walking tour, tour at your own pace. You will see Dallas' historic sites and hear their stories including

JFK Memorial
John Neely Bryan Cabin
Founders Plaza
Old Red
Dealey Square
The Grassy Knoll
the Texas School Book Depository
The site of the JFK assasination
The story of Lee Harvey Oswald
The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum
Dallas' West End District
Wild Bill's Western Shop
Best steak house in Dallas
And much more....

Why choose us?
Tour at your own pace and schedule
Best value in Dallas
Professionally produced, narrated and musically edited immersive experience
This tour is for Travel Rebels, just like yourself.

This historic adventure is smart phone guided. You go to the first stop, open the tour, enter your experience code from Viator and press play. From there you are guided turn by turn through Dallas step by step.
Duration: 45 to 60 minutes.

Explore the beautiful city of Dallas from a different perspective on a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights.

- Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about Dallas
- Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace
- Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.
- Enjoy the tour in English, Spanish
Duration: 2 hours.

We take you through the events of the day from a perspective not found on other tours. Why was JFK even in Dallas that day and why was that route for the motorcade chosen? We lay out the incredible coincidences and timing that culminated in a national tragedy that is as poignant today as it was in 1963.

We also tell the story of Jackie Kennedy's tremendous loss and her overwhelming grief. A story often overlooked. You've heard how she was stoic and poised in public, which she was, but we take you deeper into the private, human side of the story. You'll stand in disbelief as you hear these untold stories and wonder if you could have withstood the same public pressure if you were in her shoes. Not just the Assassination, but other, equally devastating life experiences.

We end the tour at the Sixth Floor Museum. There you can continue with a self guided tour equipped with headsets. We will help you buy tickets, give an overview of the Museum and help you with a speedy entrance.
Duration: 1 hour.

After brief biographies of President Kennedy and Lee Harvey Oswald you'll walk through the crime scene at Dealey Plaza.

Using eyewitness accounts and the latest in forensic evidence you'll relive the horror of the 20th Century's biggest unsolved homicide.

You'll learn about the Grassy Knoll, Parkland Hospital and the facts behind Lee Harvey Oswald's shocking death.

Finally, you'll understand the conspiracy theories surrounding the President's murder and his impact on the United States and the world.

This tour contains descriptions of graphic violence, sex, drugs, self harm and smoking. It might not be suitable for some children. Parents strongly cautioned. The Sixth Floor Museum is not apart of this tour.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

This historic downtown Dallas segway tour is a two-hour tour offered once daily. This tour is designed to be fun, entertaining, and informative. This tour explores many of Dallas' historic landmarks, brilliant modern skyscrapers, and other historic and interesting buildings throughout downtown. 
Duration: 2 hours.

Explore Dallas like never before in 3-hours. If you can’t join a tour group due to your schedule, or you would like to have an exclusive one-on-one private tour with a local, professional guide, this is the best option available. Your guide will create a one-of-a-kind custom tour, just for you. After, you'll discuss in detail what your interests are, and share your favorite landmarks and city sites you would like to visit most.
Duration: 3 hours.

This unique live narrated bus tour (small group, climate controlled) will take you on an unforgettable journey back in time to 1963 to see the places and re-live the events of the assassination of President Kennedy.

You will visit the grounds of Dealey Plaza and the famous 6th Floor Museum, of course, but your group will also follow the “trail” of the assassination events. Spellbinding details and the background story leading up to Nov. 22 and beyond will fascinate and captivate you, providing new insight into this tragic, human drama. Tour includes exclusive access to Oswald's Rooming House.

This is a private tour, just you and your group. All our tours are led by certified expert local guides.
Duration: 2 hours.

Experience the JFK tragedy firsthand...your private Tour Guide will lead you through the historic day of Friday, November 22, 1963 as you follow the timeline of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in Dallas, Texas. Your Tour Guide will show you old photographs, maps and diagrams to help you better understand the story.
* Dealey Plaza (National Register of Historic Places)
* Kennedy Memorial Plaza
* Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza (view from outside)
* Police Headquarters, City Jail
* Trace Motorcade Route through Dallas
* Old Parkland Hospital
* Site of Officer J. D. Tippit's assassination
* Oswald's Boarding House
* The Texas Theatre
* Dallas Police Memorial
Duration: 3 hours.

We love Dallas and you will find out why on this exciting city tour! Join your private Tour Guide and you’re off to enjoy the Highlights of Dallas. You will learn about Dallas' history, art, architecture, JFK, professional sports teams, parks and more.

Explore the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum with your Guide. "With its interactive exhibits, the Museum gives visitors a look at 8 years of American history and the American Presidency.

We make tour stops along the way for photos, more in-depth information and to visit specific attractions. An informative and fun way to see and learn about Dallas!
Duration: 6 hours.

The JFK Food & Culture Walking Tour with Food Tours of America satisfies history buffs and foodies alike. From authentic Latin empanadas to the classic Y.O. Ranch chef-owned steakhouse, we’ll eat our way through the West End warehouse district for a full foodie tour with optional cocktails and mocktails. JFK assassination area is truly best explored on foot on a guided walking tour. Stand at the grassy knoll to see the X's on Elm Street that mark where the two shots that changed history were fired. Consider the various conspiracy theories as you look up at the infamous sniper's perch window. Reflect in the John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, and Dealey Plaza. This tour also features the Old Red Courthouse, iconic Dallas skyline, Margaret Hill Hunt Bridge, and Dallas founder John Neely Bryan's original log cabin.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Dallas is a vibrant, multi-cultural city, known for its skyscrapers, Tex Mex food, culture, sport, and industry - but it became world famous on 22 November 1963, when President John F. Kennedy was shot and killed by ex-U.S Marine, Lee Harvey Oswald, as his motorcade travelled through Dealey Plaza in the heart of the city. It was an event that shocked the nation and the world. In the years since, there have been hundreds of investigations, documentaries, and conspiracy theories regarding the events of that day. This tour will show you where it all happened.

At the end of the tour - what will you think about who killed JFK?
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

We love Dallas & Fort Worth and you will find out why on this exciting Combo Day Tour of the best sites and experiences both cities have to offer! Oil, Cattle, Professional Sports, Art & Architecture, Texas History; your private Tour Guide will show you the way. Visit Fort Worth in the morning and after the Texas Longhorn Cattle Drive, head to Dallas. Learn about the tragic JFK story, tour downtown Dallas and visit many neighborhoods. We make tour stops along the way for photos, more in-depth information and to visit specific attractions. An informative and fun way to see and learn about the DFW area!
* West End Historic District
* Dealey Plaza & JFK
* Pioneer Plaza
* Dallas Arts District
* Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge
* Klyde Warren Park
* Highland Park & Turtle Creek
* Bush Presidential Library & Museum
* Knox St. District
* AT&T Discovery District
* Victory Park
* Reunion Tower
* JFK Tribute
* Sundance Square
* Fort Worth Historic Stockyards
* AT&T Stadium & Globe Life Park

Duration: 8 hours.

This tour delves into one of the most intriguing mysteries of our time: the world-changing assassination of President Kennedy. We explore the facts and examine the incredible coincidences and timing that culminated in the event that shocked the world.

During the tour, we will walk the path that President John F. Kennedy’s motorcade took on Nov 22, 1963, visit Dealey Plaza where the president was assassinated, The Grassy Knoll (the epicenter of many conspiracy theories), and the ground of the School Depository (location of the alleged shooter).

This is a private tour, just you and your group. All our tours are led by certified expert local guides.
Duration: 1 hour.

We love Dallas and you will find out why on this exciting city tour! Join your Tour Guide and you’re off to enjoy the Highlights of Dallas. Learn about Dallas' history, art, architecture, sports and interesting neighborhoods!

Experience the JFK tragedy firsthand...your Tour Guide will lead you through the historic day as you follow the timeline of the assassination of President JFK. See photographs and maps to help you better understand the story.

Stop along the way for photos, in-depth information. An informative way to learn about Dallas and the JFK story.

* West End Historic District
* Dealey Plaza
* Pioneer Plaza
* Arts District
* MHH Bridge
* Highland Park & Turtle Creek
* Uptown
* AT&T Discovery District
* Reunion Tower
* Dealey Plaza
* Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
* Kennedy Memorial Plaza
* Police Headquarters, City Jail
* Trace Motorcade Route through Dallas
* Site of Officer J. D. Tippit's assassination
* Oswald's Boarding House
* Texas Theatre
* Police Memorial
Duration: 6 hours.

Discover the best of Dallas on a fascinating and immersive private tour of this thriving, vibrant cosmopolitan metropolis that began as a humble farming outpost in 1840 to become a modern hub of trade, banking, food, culture, art and sport.

On your private walking tour, your guide will give you the rich history of the city - the stories of Native American displacement, of ranchers and settlers, of its transformation from cattle ranching to the cosmopolitan city it is today - with a stunning skyline of skyscrapers, a city of affluence, with upmarket shops, hotels and eateries everywhere.

Dallas became world famous for the infamous events of 22 November 1963 when President John F. Kennedy was shot in Dealey Plaza. You'll walk through the Plaza and stand in the exact place it happened on the Grassy Knoll.

Your fascinating and immersive tour ends with tickets to the amazing observation deck at the top of the Reunion Tower - with a panoramic view over the city.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Embark on a journey through history with our "JFK Dallas Discovery: A Smart Tour Experience," uniquely crafted for the modern explorer. Glide through the streets of Dallas on an electric scooter, following the path of one of America's most iconic figures, JFK, in a city that played a pivotal role in his legacy.

This self-guided smart tour, powered by a state-of-the-art app, offers an immersive exploration of JFK's Dallas. As you navigate effortlessly with turn-by-turn directions, our intelligent system brings history to life right before your eyes. Each point of interest along your route triggers captivating narratives and insights, spoken directly to you, enriching your journey with stories of the past. From the historic Dealey Plaza to the poignant JFK Memorial, every stop on this tour is a page out of history, waiting to be discovered anew. Learn about the significant events that unfolded in Dallas and gain a deeper understanding of JFK's impact on the city and the nation.
Duration: 2 hours.

Explore the highlights of downtown Dallas, packed with historic and cultural landmarks, on this immersive private welcome tour with an expert guide. With its epic skyscrapers, buzzing cosmopolitan metropolis, and vibrant food and arts scene, Dallas very much lives up to the saying “Everything is bigger in Texas”!

Beginning as nothing more than a trading post created by the presbyterian farmer and lawyer John Neely Bryan in 1840, it quickly grew to become an incorporated town, serving as a city centre to rural inhabitants for hundreds of miles in every direction.

On your private walking tour, your guide will give you the rich history of the Native Americans in the area, the story of settlers, and how immigration continues to be a major theme in the city's story. As you walk along its streets and thoroughfares lined with skyscrapers, boutiques, upmarket bars and restaurants, galleries and music venues, you will see the confluence of many cultures.
Duration: 3 hours.

Join us on a journey through Dallas's Past and Present! This 4 hour tour will take you from the depths of the JFK assassination, the worst day in Dallas history, to the heights of the Dallas Arts District, a vibrant community celebrating life, culture, art and more! All the best Dallas has to offer!

We will travel by Train, Trolley and on Foot for a truly immersive experience. After our visit to Dealey Plaza your guide will help you purchase the $6 All Day Pass for the light rail to continue the experience! Everything else is included! We will travel back in time on the historic McKinney Avenue Trolley to Klyde Warren Park.

While surrounded by the inspiring Dallas Skyline, you will learn everything about the Dallas Arts District including the Dallas Museum of Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center, AT&T Performing Arts Center, the Perot Museum and more! We then board the Trolley again and head Downtown for more attractions including Thanksgiving Square as well as other surprises!
Duration: 4 hours 15 minutes.

Many decades have passed since the tragic death of John F. Kennedy in November, 1963, but our need to know why he was murdered remains as strong as ever.

Please join us on this unique Walking Tour as we explore what is perhaps the greatest Murder Mystery of the 20th century. Along the way we'll explain:

- Why JFK was killed
- Why Oswald could not have fired the shots that killed JFK
- How the Warren Commission covered up the truth

This tour offers great value to all those who want to learn more about JFK's assassination. It is curated by a presidential historian who has spent years researching the subject matter.

We take a mountain of information and distill it down to the essential facts you need to know to render a judgment on who killed JFK.

We'll share our verdict with you at the end of the tour, revealing the identity of the mastermind who led the conspiracy that killed JFK.


Duration: 2 hours.

Embark on a poignant 3-hour private tour that delves into the intricate details of the JFK assassination, exploring key sites and museums associated with this pivotal moment in history. Begin at John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, where the solemn cenotaph pays tribute to the fallen president. Move on to the Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District, where the open layout and iconic architecture provide a backdrop for reflecting on that fateful day. Explore the Grassy Knoll, a site steeped in historical debate, before delving into the Oswald Rooming House Museums. Gain insights into Lee Harvey Oswald’s life and the events leading up to the assassination. Visit the Texas Theatre, where Oswald was apprehended, and conclude your tour at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, immersing yourself in exhibits that unravel the intricacies of this momentous event. Then head back to the starting point of the tour.


Duration: 3 hours.

We love Dallas and you will find out why on this exciting city tour! Join your Tour Guide and you’re off to enjoy the Highlights of Dallas. You will learn about Dallas' history, art & culture, architecture, JFK, sports, parks and more.

The Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens are gorgeous at any time of the year! Relax and enjoy your time outdoors. Stroll the gardens with your Tour Guide, while learning more about this much loved Dallas gem, filled with stunning plants, seasonal displays, water features and sculpture.

We make tour stops along the way for photos, more in-depth information and to visit specific attractions. An informative and fun way to see and learn about Dallas!

* Dealey Plaza & JFK
* Pioneer Plaza
* Dallas Arts District
* MHH Bridge
* Klyde Warren Park
* Uptown
* Highland Park & Turtle Creek
* Bush Presidential Library & Museum
* Knox St. District
* AT&T Discovery District
* Victory Park neighboorhood
* Reunion Tower
* Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Duration: 6 hours.

No trip to Dallas is complete without a visit to the legendary Southfork Ranch!

Join Discover Dallas Tours for a memorable visit to Southfork Ranch. Your tour guide will provide an exciting and fun-filled tour, reliving the days of the TV show Dallas!

Touring the ranch grounds and visiting the Ewing Mansion while recalling stories about JR, Miss Ellie, and Bobby is such a fun way to visit Southfork Ranch!

Experience the JFK tragedy firsthand...your Tour Guide will lead you through the historic day of Friday, November 22, 1963 as you follow the timeline of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in Dallas, Texas. View photographs, maps and diagrams to help you better understand the story.
* Dealey Plaza
* Kennedy Memorial Plaza
* Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza (view from outside)
* Police Headquarters, City Jail
* Trace Motorcade Route through Dallas
* Site of Officer J. D. Tippit's assassination
* Oswald's Boarding House
* The Texas Theatre
* Dallas Police Memorial

Duration: 6 hours.