Dallas Highlights & JFK Historical Combo Tour





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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
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Known for its rich history, the West End Historic District is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Learn about the Dallas Holocaust Museum, the Old Red Courthouse, Founders Plaza and the Dallas World Aquarium.
Stop by the Omni Dallas Hotel to see the Magnolia Pegasus, a restored Dallas icon, now mounted on an oil derrick, flying high and illuminated at night.
Explore the spectacular Pioneer Plaza, a downtown park, which features a larger-than-life bronze sculpture of a cattle drive, with Texas Longhorn Steers being driven by skilled cowboys astride horses! Cross the stepping stones up to the top for the best views!
Enjoy a drive down Main Street and see "The Eyeball" an the eye-popping piece of public art!
Located in the heart of Dallas, "Klyde Warren Park", serves as a "town square" and gathering place for locals and visitors. See the fountains, food trucks and locals enjoying fitness classes, kids on the playground and live music on the Pavillion.
Bridging the Trinity River, enjoy a drive across the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge to thriving west Dallas. Designed by the internationally renowned Spanish architect, Santiago Calatrava, the cable stay suspension bridge is a defining landmark on the Dallas skyline.
Learn about the spectacular Perot Museum of Nature and Science. With 11 permanent exhibit halls, the Perot provides unforgettable experience for guests of all ages.
Located within Victory Park, the American Airlines Center is home to the professional sports teams the NBA Dallas Mavericks and the NHL Dallas Stars. Victory Park is the entertainment epicenter of Dallas, boasting streets lined with restaurants, sidewalk cafes, sports bars and entertainment venues that surround the American Airlines Center.
Nestled like a jewel in downtown, the Dallas Arts District is the largest arts district in the US. Learn about the Art Museums and Performing Arts venues. Stop for photos at the Hall Texas Sculpture Walk, a tranquil oasis in the heart of the Dallas Arts District. Learn about the nationally acclaimed Booker T. Washington High School for the Visual and Performing Arts. See the historic Belo Mansion and hear about the Mansion's ties to the infamous gangsters from Dallas, Bonnie & Clyde!
Drive along scenic Turtle Creek to the exclusive neighborhood of Highland Park, passing stunning mansions and the much loved Teddy Bear sculptures. Learn about the neighborhoods ties to Beverly Hills!
Visit the campus of Southern Methodist University, home of the George W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum. Learn about the Center, which promotes a greater understanding of the American presidency.
Enjoy a visit to the AT&T Discover District. Take a selfie with Golden Boy (iconic, century-old statue), or relax by the fountains on the lawn. See the massive 104 ft tall Media Wall bringing digital art to life in staggering detail. Venture inside The Globe, an iconic nod to AT&T’s proud history.
See the vibrant Knox Street neighborhood, which has unique shopping and exciting dining scene and is located along the scenic Katy Trail green belt. Learn about the interesting history of the neighborhood from your Guide.
Stop for photos of Reunion Tower, located in the heart of downtown Dallas. Learn about its attraction "the Geo-Deck at Reunion Tower", which offers visitors the only indoor/outdoor observation deck in the city with unique views of Dallas from 470 feet in the air! It has been a staple of the Dallas skyline since 1978.
Experience the JFK tragedy firsthand. This fascinating tour begins with a visit to the aesthetically simple, Kennedy Memorial; a thoughtful piece of art; the space is intended for reflection and remembrance.
Visit Dealey Plaza; a public park in downtown Dallas and the site of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. As you walk through Dealey Plaza with your Tour Guide, learn about the Presidential motorcade route and stop at the infamous Grassy Knoll, where bystanders heard gunshots. Learn about the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza (which commemorates the life and legacy of JFK); now located within the building. See the “corner window” used by the alleged assassin, Lee Harvey Oswald. Hear details of key evidence, the Warren Commission Report, the role of the Secret Service Agents, eyewitness accounts, the Zapruder film and discuss the conspiracy theories.
Drive the route of the presidential motorcade as it left Dallas' Love Field Airport heading towards downtown. Learn about Kennedy's plans for his trip to Texas.
top by Main Street Gardens to see the Old Municipal Building. In 1963, this was the home of the Dallas Police Headquarters and the Dallas city jail where Lee Harvey Oswald was held over the weekend. Your guide will cover the circumstances that lead to the shooting of Lee Harvey Oswald by nightclub owner, Jack Ruby.
Trace Lee Harvey Oswald's footsteps as he fled the Texas School Book Depository to the Dallas neighborhood of Oak Cliff. Stop by Oswald's boarding house that still stands today. Visit the corner of 10th and Patton St.; the site where Oswald fatally shot Dallas Police Officer J. D. Tippit. Follow the expected route Oswald took as he fled the scene, to the famous Texas Theatre, where he was captured and arrested after a struggle with the Dallas Police.
Located adjacent to the Dallas City Hall is the Dallas Police Memorial; a tribute to all Dallas Police Officers slain in the line of duty. Look for the fallen J. D. Tippit's name on the Memorial.
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Pickup Locations & Times
We offer Downtown & Uptown Dallas hotel pickup within a 2-mile radius of downtown Dallas. Otherwise, tours depart from 47 Highland Park Village Shopping Center, Dallas, TX 75205. The shopping center is located at the southwest corner of Preston Road and Mockingbird Lane.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(2)
Better late than never! I booked this fantastic tour with Discover Dallas Tours back in October, but this review is long overdue. My mom, who lives in France, came to visit me and my family in California for a few weeks. Before she flew back home, I wanted to create a special memory together. So, I surprised her with a weekend getaway to Dallas! We had a blast exploring the JFK Museum and the Fort Worth Stockyards, but the highlight of the trip was definitely our visit to Southfork Ranch. After researching several tour companies, I decided Discover Dallas Tours was the perfect fit. This family-run company stood out because Rebecca, the owner, personally called me after I inquired online. Even though the website didn't show availability, Rebecca was able to organize the perfect private tour of Southfork Ranch for us. She confirmed everything clearly via email and text message, including pick-up details and timings. Importantly, they are the only private tour company authorized by the owners of Southfork Ranch, making the experience even more special. The price was absolutely worth it. Erin, our guide (Rebecca's daughter), picked us up at our downtown hotel in a comfortable black SUV and drove us to the ranch. During the ride, Erin shared interesting facts about Dallas, the history of Texas, cowboys, the Fort Worth Stockyards and Longhorns. She even stopped at the Southfork Ranch gate for memorable photos before we arrived. Since my mom doesn't speak English, Erin found a comfortable and quiet spot for us to sit and provided detailed information about the ranch and the show. Erin was very patient, giving me plenty of time to translate everything for my mom. Her stories were captivating, and it brought back so many memories for both of us – we used to watch the show together every week back in France! The tour included a visit to the on-site museum at Southfork Ranch, where we saw photographs, magazine and newspaper clippings, props used in the show, and the famous gun used in the episode "Who shot JR?". We also walked around the house, saw the swimming pool, and the table outside where the family had breakfast. For fans of the original series, it's interesting to know that the interiors you see on screen were actually sets, while the exteriors were filmed on location at the ranch! Erin explained why the interiors weren't filmed at the ranch (you'll need to take the tour to hear the full story). The second series and more recent ones used the ranch's interior for filming. Erin was fantastic throughout the tour - friendly, patient, and attentive. She even took some great pictures of my mom and me. It was a perfect day for us. Thank you to both Erin and Rebecca! Overall, this tour was an amazing experience, and I highly recommend Discover Dallas Tours to anyone visiting the Dallas area.
Rebecca, the tour operator, was very knowledgeable and patient. It was great to see Dallas through her eyes.



