10 Cultural Tours in Dallas That You Shouldn't Miss

August 30, 2021 Alice Mieles

You may have all heard that everything is bigger in Texas. Well, Dallas does its best to fulfill that promise. You'll find several museums with vast art collections and fascinating specialty museums like The Sixth Floor Museum/Texas School Book Depository, which, though small in size, offers an immense amount of information about the assassination of John F. Kennedy. And of course, visit a local steakhouse for a terrific (and enormous) meal.
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1. Private Dallas and JFK Tour with Local Guide

John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, 646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA Fun Dallas Tours
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Explore Dallas like never before in 3-hours in your native language. 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. You can choose the time when you would like to start and the vehicle of your preference.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board by a professional, local guide, Complimentary transportation to and from most Dallas Hotels, Transport by air-conditioned minivan/SUV

Exclusions: Parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in ($4-7), Lunch (own expense)

Reviewed By H5590UCsusanl

Guide was incredibly well educated and interesting . This is a very good way to get an overview of Dallas in a reasonable amount of time for a reasonable amount of money

2. 6-Hour Guided Best of Fort Worth Historical Tour

John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, 646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA Fun Dallas Tours
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You can easily take advantage of learning Fort Worth's history, its depth of character and its uniqueness during this 6-hour guided, small-group tour. After its birth in the 1840s, and especially between 1866 and 1890, drovers ran millions of cattle through Fort Worth on to the Red River, winding their way north to the rail heads in Abilene, Kansas via the Chisholm Trail. Complimentary transportation to and from most Dallas hotels is included. Please contact local supplier to confirm. Lunch is not included in this tour. This tour operates with a maximum of 11 people.

Inclusions: Driver/Professional historian guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in., The parking cost $ 4-7, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By H5590UCsusanl

Guide was incredibly well educated and interesting . This is a very good way to get an overview of Dallas in a reasonable amount of time for a reasonable amount of money

3. JFK Assassination Highlights Tour

John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, 646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA Fun Dallas Tours
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Looking for a shorter tour? Check out our JFK Assassination 60 minutes Highlight 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.

Inclusions: Local guide, Live commentary on board

Exclusions: The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in ($4-7), Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By H5590UCsusanl

Guide was incredibly well educated and interesting . This is a very good way to get an overview of Dallas in a reasonable amount of time for a reasonable amount of money

4. Private JFK Assassination Tour with Oswald's Rooming House

John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, 646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA Great R Tours
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Your experienced and licensed guide is your driver on this 2 hour private 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. You will also experience Oswald's Rooming House, just as it was in 1963.

Inclusions: Admission to Oswald's Rooming House

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Reviewed By nahomic111

I loved the explanation because she told me a lot of interesting facts that i didn't know, They gave me time to take pictures and even made me think about how all happened, excellent tour!

5. Dallas Evening Cruizer Tour

John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, 646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA Great R Tours
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Guided Dallas Evening Tour. See Home of the Dallas Mavericks and take photos under the beautiful city skyline.

Inclusions: Experienced guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By nahomic111

I loved the explanation because she told me a lot of interesting facts that i didn't know, They gave me time to take pictures and even made me think about how all happened, excellent tour!

6. Dallas Cruizer Tour

John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, 646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA Great R Tours
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A unique guided tour of downtown Dallas in our all electric Cruizers. We have brought these tours back after numerous requests.

Inclusions: licensed guide

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Reviewed By nahomic111

I loved the explanation because she told me a lot of interesting facts that i didn't know, They gave me time to take pictures and even made me think about how all happened, excellent tour!

7. Best of Dallas Sightseeing Walking Tour with Optional CityPass

646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA Best DFW Tours
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Discover Dallas fascinating history, incredible architecture, and unrivaled charm. We will walk around two miles. Our journey starts at the West End, the oldest part of the city, we will visit Dealey Plaza, the Grassy Knoll, the Old Red Court House, and Founders' Plaza. Revisit the fascinating history of the JFK assassination and hear about the city's beginnings and its founder. Further down our route, we will visit the former Dallas Morning News headquarters, the famous Pegasus and the spectacular Pioneer's Plaza which features larger-than-life bronze sculptures. The second leg of our walk will take us through Main Street's incredible architecture and rich history. Our tour ends at the Arts District. The CityPass option includes admissions to the Sixth Floor Museum, Reunion Tower GeO-Deck, the Perot Museum AND the Dallas Zoo OR the George W. Bush Library, 4 attractions in total. All attractions visits are self-guided, you need transportation to reach some of the attractions.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Local taxes, Professional guide, Admission to Reunion Tower GeO-Deck IF REUNION TOWER OPTION IS PURCHASED, Admission to CityPass Attractions IF CITYPASS OPTION IS PURCHASED

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Reviewed By 402jennyg

Kevin was a fabulous guide! Energetic and knowledgeable. We learned so much about Dallas! Now I see Pegasus all around. We loved the stops and time to ask questions.

8. Private JFK Assassination Tour

John Neely Bryan Cabin, 600 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA EXP1 - ExperienceFirst (fomerly Dallas Tour1)
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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.

Inclusions: Visit Dealey Plaza, Visit The Old Red Museum, Visit John F Kennedy Memorial, Shady/Air Conditioned Stops, Walking tour led by professional, entertaining, local guide, Visual aids in the form of a book of slides the guide displays

Exclusions: Sixth Floor Museum Admission (available for purchase at tour end), Gratuities

Reviewed By Ann C

Tour guide had a lot of knowledge and information from personal eyewitnesses and years of investigating the JFK assassination. Info about Lee Harvey Oswald was extensive. Sights were all in walking distance and there was added info he told our group about the history of the surrounding area . Highly recommend.

9. JFK Walking Tour and Oswald Rooming House with CityPass Option

John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, 646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA Best DFW Tours
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During our journey, your tour guide will revisit the events leading up to November 22nd, 1963 and beyond to provide perspective and new insight into this tragic, very human drama. Most people are familiar with the JFK Museum (the site from which Lee Harvey Oswald allegedly fired the deadly shots), but we will also show you the many other places around Dallas associated with the assassination that are just as important. This walking tour includes exclusive access to Oswald's Rooming House. Our last stop is at the Texas Theater where the “alleged murderer” was captured. The CityPass option includes admissions to the Sixth Floor Museum, Reunion Tower GeO-Deck, the Perot Museum AND the Dallas Zoo OR the George W. Bush Library, 4 attractions in total. All attractions visits are self-guided, you need transportation to reach some of the attractions. The CityPass is valid 9 consecutive days from the day of your excursion.

Inclusions: Professional historian / Tour Guide, Local Taxes, Admission to Sixth Floor Museum IF MUSEUM OPTION IS PURCHASED, Admission to CityPass Attractions IF CITYPASS OPTION IS PURCHASED

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Reviewed By 402jennyg

Kevin was a fabulous guide! Energetic and knowledgeable. We learned so much about Dallas! Now I see Pegasus all around. We loved the stops and time to ask questions.

10. Best of Dallas Sightseeing Bus Tour with CityPass Option

John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, 646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA Best DFW Tours
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We will explore not just the iconic sites, but seldom seen hidden gems that most visitors never get to experience. This is a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Dallas guided by a professional local tour guide in a climate-controlled van. Whether you have just a few hours and want to see as much as possible our “Best of Dallas” tour has got you covered. During our excursion, we will stop several times to allow our guests to experience and have a closer look at some of the sites, including Dealey Plaza, the farmer's market, Pioneer Plaza and the famous Pegasus. The CityPass option includes admissions to the Sixth Floor Museum, Reunion Tower GeO-Deck, the Perot Museum AND the Dallas Zoo OR the George W. Bush Library, 4 attractions in total. All attractions visits are self-guided, you need transportation to reach some of the attractions. The CityPass is valid 9 consecutive days from the day of your excursion.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local taxes, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Air-conditioned vehicle, Live commentary on board, Admission to Reunion Tower GeO-Deck IF REUNION TOWER OPTION IS PURCHASED, Admission to CityPass Attractions IF CITYPASS OPTION IS PURCHASED

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Reviewed By MaggieMR

Amazing experience! Kevin is the best. It was like listening to a crime/mystery novel while driving around to the places where it actually took place. We highly recommend this tour.

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