Dallas: City Highlights Tour with Zoo & JFK Museum Entry
ID: GYG1244506-1907546
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover Dallas’ history, architecture, and culture on a guided city tour. Visit the Sixth Floor Museum, explore JFK assassination sites, and enjoy a stop at the Dallas Zoo.
Begin your journey by exploring the origins and evolution of Dallas with visits to some of the city's most important landmarks. Stop at Founders Plaza, the Old Red Museum, and the historic John Neely Bryan Cabin, where Dallas was first established.
Continue through Pioneer Plaza, home to the famous bronze cattle drive sculptures, and pass iconic sites including Dallas City Hall, Thanks-Giving Square, and First Baptist Dallas. Enjoy views of modern Dallas at Klyde Warren Park, then explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Deep Ellum and McKinney Avenue, known for their arts, music, and historic character.
Next, step into one of the most significant moments in American history at Dealey Plaza. Stand at the site of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and visit the Grassy Knoll and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza. Follow the timeline of events connected to November 22, 1963, with stops at the Oswald Rooming House Museum and the Texas Theatre while your guide explains the investigation and historical context surrounding that day.
The tour continues with a visit to the renowned Dallas Zoo, one of the largest and oldest zoological parks in Texas. Enjoy time to explore exhibits featuring wildlife from around the world, including African savannas, rainforest habitats, and conservation-focused displays. The zoo offers a family-friendly opportunity to experience nature and wildlife in the heart of Dallas.
Your tour concludes with a self-guided visit inside The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, located in the former Texas School Book Depository building. Through multimedia exhibits, historic footage, photographs, and artifacts, learn about President Kennedy’s life, presidency, and the events that changed the nation on November 22, 1963. Timed admission ensures a smooth and seamless experience.
Highlights
- Discover Dallas’ history, architecture, and iconic neighborhoods
- Visit Dealey Plaza and the historic Grassy Knoll with a guide
- Follow the timeline of events surrounding the JFK assassination
- Explore wildlife and conservation exhibits at the Dallas Zoo
- Enjoy a self-guided visit to The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Professional historian guide
- Visit to JFK Assassination Sites & Investigation Trail
- Entry to The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
- Visit to Dallas Zoo
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.