Dallas: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG391822-710806
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Join a guided walking tour exploring some of the most iconic districts and impressive landmarks in Dallas. Learn the city's history.
Take a journey through Dallas' past and present on this guided walking tour. Walk in the footsteps of the JFK assassination, ride the McKinney Avenue Trolley, and visit the vibrant Dallas Arts District. Travel by train, trolley, and on foot for a truly immersive experience.
Begin your tour by meeting your guide at the John Neely Cabin, a historic wooden cabin landmark in Founders Plaza.
Continue your journey to Dealey Plaza, the site of JFK’s assassination. Learn about the true events that took place and find out if Oswald was really the lone shooter.
Next, get help from your guide to purchase the All Day Pass for Dallas' light rail (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) to continue the experience.
Travel back in time on the historic McKinney Avenue Trolley and learn how the Metropolitan Dallas streetcar lines from the 1950s were brought back to life. Take the trolley to Klyde Warren Park and explore the park that sits at the center of the city.
Next, be surrounded by the inspiring Dallas skyline while visiting the Dallas Arts District, a vibrant community celebrating life, culture, and art. Learn about the Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, the AT&T Performing Arts Center, the Perot Museum, and more.
Before finishing your tour, get back on the trolley and head downtown to experience more attractions including Thanksgiving Square, the Majestic Theater, and more.
Highlights
- Learn about the past and present history of Dallas
- See where the JFK assassination took place
- Explore Klyde Warren Park and downtown Dallas
- Visit the memorable spots of the Dallas Arts District
- Ride the historic McKinney Avenue Trolley
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour will take place rain or shine
Stops will be made in shady/air-conditioned locations
This tour involves about 2.5 miles of walking
Strollers are allowed
Tour meets at the John Neely Bryan Cabin (the old wooden cabin) in Founders Plaza. Please arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts. Your guide will have a sign and an orange lanyard with a name tag.
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.