JFK Assassination Tour with Lee Harvey Oswald Rooming House
Description
Explore the profound and bizarre history surrounding the assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, which took place in Dallas, Texas on November 22, 1963. This in-depth, sight-seeing tour is narrated by an Emmy award-winning Investigative Journalist turned JFK Historian. It features a guided walk through Dealey Plaza, the location where President Kennedy was killed by an assassin's bullet, and admission to the Oswald Rooming House Museum where you go inside the bedroom of the alleged killer, re-tracing his steps after the shooting. The tour offers a unique blend of live storytelling and multimedia presentations, providing original insight and content that goes beyond typical historical accounts. Whether you're a beginner to the JFK case or not, this thought-provoking tour is entertaining and challenging for any level. Experience the most important murder case of modern time with this Epic Dallas Tour. Parking and lunch not included.
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Compare what Dallas looked like on November 22, 1963, as you travel the exact parade route JFK was on. Approximately 90,000 people lined the streets to wave at President Kennedy and his wife Jackie, who arguably was more popular than her husband. - Why was JFK in Dallas? - Was the parade route changed at the last second? - Was the FBI aware of Lee Harvey Oswald?
Two days after JFK’s assassination, Oswald was shot and killed by a local nightclub owner in the garage of the Dallas Police station. We therefore never saw a trial for Lee Harvey Oswald. In September of 1964, after a 10-month investigation, the Warren Commision concluded Lee Harvey Oswald murdered both President Kennedy and J.D. Tippit, that Oswald acted alone, and that there was no conspiracy involved with killing the President. Still, about three-quarters of people don’t buy the Commission’s conclusion, resulting in the most controversial case in the history of the world. - Who was Jack Ruby? - Why did he murder Oswald? - Do any newly released documents prove a conspiracy?
Known as the “front-door” to the city, the three streets of Dealey Plaza is less than a mile east of where Dallas was founded on the Trinity River. It’s a snapshot in time, virtually unchanged, and home to the most famous murder scene in the world, the location where President Kennedy was shot and killed by an assassin's bullet. - Did anyone witness someone fire a rifle? - How many shots were fired? - Where was JFK hit?
Considered by many to be the location of a second gunman, the north side of Dealey Plaza known as the “grassy knoll”, is a mysterious and controversial historical site. Some witnesses testified they heard shots come from this knoll. It’s also here where Abraham Zapruder stood 65 feet from the presidential motorcade and captured the most famous piece of film in history, the exact moment JFK is struck in the head. - Is the Zapruder film proof of a conspiracy? - Did anyone see a second gunman? - Was the autopsy faked?
Step into the bedroom of the man charged with killing the president, kept just as it was in 1963. Look for clues that may aid in the investigation, follow his footsteps, and get a glimpse into the short, complicated life of America’s most notorious alleged murderers. - Did Lee Harvey Oswald kill JFK? - Did Oswald have help? - Where was Oswald at the time of the shooting?
The exact location where Dallas Police Officer J.D. Tippit was shot dead in the streets, about 45 minutes after the shooting of the President. Later that day, based on witness testimony and other pieces of evidence, Dallas charged Lee Harvey Oswald with Tippit’s murder and the city has always maintained Oswald was the killer. Today however, many doubt the official story. - Did Lee Harvey Oswald Kill J.D. Tippit? - Were there witnesses to Tippit's Murder? - Did Lee Harvey Oswald have a body double?
At 1:50 pm, a half-mile from the Tippit scene at the historic Texas Theatre, Lee Harvey Oswald is arrested. According to witnesses, Oswald pulled his pistol out in the theatre and engaged in a fight with the officers. Later, Dallas police found two IDs in Oswald’s wallet. One ID said, “Lee Harvey Oswald”, and the other, “Alek James Hidell”. - How did police know Oswald was in the theatre? - What did he say when police approached him? - Who is Alek James Hidell?
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup is on the south side of Main Street between the JFK Memorial and the Old Red Courthouse.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(28)
Loved the details and timeline Rick provided throughout this tour. He squashed the years of conspiracy theories most people have going into this tour, in my opinion. We highly recommend taking this tour with Rick, you won't be disappointed!
Rick was great and it was such a knowledgeable and fun tour. I would definitely go back. Don't miss out.
Thank you! It was an honor having you on the tour.
If you are intrigued by the JFK assassination, the numerous conspiracy theories that it has spawned over the decades but want to know the empirical truth, this is your tour
I appreciate, thanks for seeing the light!
Rick was our tour guide. Beyond excellent He was very knowledgeable and open to all questions… highly recommend
Thanks, Kathleen, I enjoyed having you on the tour!
Our tour guide Rick was extremely well informed and engaging. Highly recommended to anyone interested.
Thanks so much Abraham, you were a great guest!
Very informative by our guide Richard.. Answered all questions.. Even drove us to our car after our tour as it was 90 degrees and we had our elderly dad with us. Very caring person ! Would recommend this tour !
Thank you Lynn! I had a blast with you on the tour!
My wife and I recently took Richard's JFK tour and cannot speak highly enough about how much we learned and enjoyed this tour. Besides being most knowledgeable about the minutiae of the case and investigation, Richard provided a comfortable ride and a professional approach to the ground we covered. Do yourself a favor and put your touring needs in his hands. Cheers! Rob & Jen from PA
Thanks Rob and Jen, it truly was an honor to share my passion and this tour with you!
This was such a great experience. Cool, comfortable van with opportunities to see so many sights of where events happened in 1963. Felt like we got up close and personal to every aspect. Tour guide Richard was so knowledgeable and presented the facts of all that was going on at the time so precisely and clear. My husband and I agree that Richard should do a current documentary laying out the facts so chronologically to the American people. People need to know exactly what happened. People are still fascinated with this event. I highly recommend this tour. Could not have been better!
Richard gave us a fantastic tour today! I highly recommend Epic Dallas Tours if you are interested in the history of the JFK assassination. Richard is incredibly knowledgeable about the event and took the time to answer all of our questions. The van was comfortable, and the walking tour through Dealey Plaza was excellent. Highly recommended
It was most amazing tour and very Detailed The tour guide was excellent and made the tour worth wild .
