Best Tours in Dallas

Dallas is known the world over for having been the scene of the tragic assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, which is why it is visited by many people who want to know more about this event and see the related sites. For this reason, tours about JFK are among the most popular in the city.

However, there are many things to see and do in Dallas and very interesting proposals for you to get to know the best of the city, such as touring its botanical garden and arboretum, tasting some of the best chocolates in the world, savouring its exquisite Tex Mex cuisine, following the adventures of the outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, or visiting the buildings that house the spookiest stories of the city. I'll tell you about all this and more in this article.

This tour is ideal if you are visiting Dallas for a day, as it allows you to get to know the main sites of the city in a comfortable way and with the company of a guide who will tell you about the history of Dallas and the emblematic sites you visit.

It is a tour that lasts approximately 3 hours and is done in a car for no more than 12 people. It can be done all year round, either in the morning or afternoon, and some may include a stop for lunch or a drink, although you'll probably have to pay extra for this. It's a family-friendly tour.

Some museum and attraction tickets may not be included in the tour price, but you can get them at a discount by purchasing the Dallas City Pass.

Some of the Dallas landmarks you can see on this tour include:

• The cabin of John Neely Bryan, the founder of the city.
• Dealey Plaza, where JFK was assassinated.
• The JFK Memorial
• Old Red Museum
• Pioneer Square and its famous sculpture of bronze bulls being led by a horseman.
• Thanksgiving Square
• Dallas City Hall, by architect Ming Pei
• The historic Wilson Block neighbourhood
• The Dallas Arts District

Details of interest

• Price: about $57 per person.
• Duration: approximately 3 hours.
• Means of transport: car for a maximum of 12 people.
• Advantages of this option: in a few hours you will be able to see the most representative sites of Dallas in a comfortable way accompanied by a knowledgeable guide.
• Disadvantages of this option: some sites of your interest may not be included in the tour. Entrance to museums is not included.

A fun way to see historic downtown Dallas is to ride a Segway, which is a two-wheeled vehicle with a handlebar on which you stand, similar to an electric skateboard. Most people who sign up for the tour have never ridden a Segway before, but they get the hang of it after a few instructions, as it's really quite easy.

The tour takes place in the morning in groups of about 10 people. If it rains it is rescheduled for another day, as these vehicles do not have a roof. You will be accompanied at all times by a guide who will show you the way and provide you with the necessary safety equipment, such as a helmet. He will also provide you with interesting information about all the sites you visit.

During the tour you will visit the most emblematic sites and monuments of the historic centre of Dallas, such as Pioneer Square, Dealey Plaza, where the JFK memorial is located, and the Art District, among others.

Interesting details

• Price: about 80€ per person.
• Duration: approximately 2 hours.
• Means of transport: Segway.
• Advantages of this option: you'll get to know the most representative sites of Dallas in a fun and original way, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide.
• Disadvantages of this option: only people aged 14 and over can participate.

This is one of the most popular tours in Dallas, taking you on a driving tour of JFK's life in the city until he was assassinated. Kennedy's assassination shocked the whole world, so many visitors to the city want to know more about it.

This is a more adult-friendly tour that takes place during the day, all year round, accompanied by an expert guide who will tell you about the assassination, while you visit the sites related to JFK's assassination, such as the following:

• Grassy Knoll, where Kennedy was shot, and the Memorial in his honour.
• Dealey Plaza and the Memorial to John F. Kennedy
• The Sixth Floor Museum, from where Oswald was allegedly shot. This museum has an audio guide.
• Harvey Lee Oswald's home, where Oswald assassinated police officer J.D. Tippit, who was investigating him for the president's death.
• The Texas Movie Theatre, where Oswald was imprisoned.

Many aspects of the JFK assassination, and the subsequent murder of Oswald by Jack Ruby as he was being transferred to a higher security prison, are considered a mystery. If you are also interested in conspiracy theories, this JFK assassination tour in Dallas is ideal for you.

Details of interest

• Price: about 74 € per person.
• Duration: approximately 3 hours.
• Means of transport: car.
• Advantages of this option: you will learn all about the JFK assassination from an expert guide, while visiting the sites related to this event.
• Disadvantages of this option: Not suitable for children.

Dallas is home to some of the best chocolate shops in the world, many of which have won awards. If you're a chocolate lover, don't hesitate to join this chocolate tour of Dallas to delight your taste buds. These are daytime, year-round tours that are open to the whole family.

These tours are conducted by bus, and there are also options for smaller groups of fewer people. Throughout the tour, a guide will tell you about the chocolate making process, the history of the chocolatiers you visit and their most famous creations.

Some of the chocolatiers you will see on this tour include:

• Isabelly's Chocolates & Sweet Treats
• Kate Weiser Chocolate
• Kokopelli Sweets, which also offers ice cream and cakes.

Details of interest

• Price: around €56 per person.
• Duration: approximately 3 hours.
• Means of transport: bus.
• Advantages of this option: Includes tastings of chocolates and other sweets.
• Disadvantages of this option: Does not include vegan options.

The Dallas Arboretum is one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the United States. It is best to take a private tour, so you won't miss any detail of its 11 gardens: fountains, sculptures, paths surrounded by flowers, waterfalls, ferns, tropical species and much more can be seen in this garden.

These tours take place during the day, from Tuesday to Sunday, as it is closed on Mondays. Each season reveals a different charm, and if you go to Dallas at Christmas time you'll be able to see their beautiful annual Christmas display.

This tour is ideal to share a moment with family or friends. The guide will be able to provide you with accurate information about the species you meet, and tell you the history and anecdotes of the garden, so the tour will also be very informative.

The Dallas Arboretum covers about 22 hectares, and overlooks White Rock Lake and the city of Dallas. It has a children's garden where you can see giant insects, or seats shaped like mushrooms. There are activities designed especially for children. There are also cafes and restaurants.

Interesting details

• Price: between 90 € and 200 € approximately per person depending on how many people take part in the tour.
• Duration: around 2-3 hours.
• Means of transport: car.
• Advantages of this option: you will get to know the botanical garden in detail with the guidance of an expert.
• Disadvantages of this option: food and drinks are not included.

If you're looking for a different way to get to know Dallas, and you're feeling adventurous, you can tour the most representative sites of the city aboard an electric bicycle. Because it's electric, you won't have to do much pedalling, so you won' t have to exert yourself physically. If you enjoy cycling, this is the ideal tour for you.

It is a tour that takes place during the day, at different times, and in small groups of up to 5 people. You will be accompanied by a guide who will show you the way and tell you about the most important sites of the city and the relationship they have with the history and culture of Dallas and the United States.

Among the sites you will see aboard the electric bike are the historic Dealey Plaza, Klyde Warren Park and the Dallas Art District, where you will see murals and sculptures by various artists, among others.

Interesting details

• Price: about €67 per person.
• Duration: approximately 2 hours.
• Means of transport: electric bicycle.
• Advantages of this option: you will get to know the most emblematic sites of Dallas in an entertaining way, accompanied by an expert guide who will tell you all about them.
• Disadvantages of this option: only people aged 16 and over can participate.

For those looking for a different way to get to know Dallas, take this Bonnie and Clyde tour, which follows the story of these two outlaws immortalised by film and literature, and who are the most famous outlaws in the United States.

Your guide will tell you in detail about the couple's adventures and what their lives were like. As this is a private tour, you can only join with friends or family, and it is not designed for children. You can do it at different times during the day, either in the morning or afternoon.

Among the sites you'll visit related to the outlaws' history are the neighbourhood where Clyde grew up, West Dallas; downtown Dallas; North Dallas; and even their graves in the city cemetery. It's also an interesting way to tour Dallas and learn about its history.

Interesting details

• Price: about 220 € per person.
• Duration: approximately 3 hours.
• Means of transport: minivan.
• Advantages of this option: you will learn a lot about Dallas and its history, from a different point of view.
• Disadvantages of this option: the tour is aimed at adults.

In the city of Dallas you have the opportunity to taste typical dishes of the city in a very entertaining way, accompanied by other travellers. This is Tex Mex food, so called because it is a fusion of Mexican and Texan gastronomy, which includes chili con carne, tacos, nachos and fried food, accompanied by typical drinks. It is one of the best gastronomic tours in Dallas.

In addition, on these tours you can visit emblematic places of the city such as Dealey Plaza, where the Kennedy assassination took place, or the places where the famous outlaws Bonnie and Clyde hid, while they tell you about the culture of the city and its history.

The guides leading these tours are food experts and will recommend the best dishes and restaurants in the city. Many of these restaurants also have vegan and gluten-free options. This tour is for ages 21 and over, but there are other family-friendly tours such as the Dallas Food and Culture Tour.

Interesting details

• Price: about 75 € per person.
• Duration: approximately 4 hours.
• Means of transport: bus.
• Advantages of this option: the guides will recommend the best gastronomic options. Many tours include tastings, drinks and bottled water. There are vegan and gluten-free options to choose from in restaurants.
• Disadvantages of this option: Some tours are for over 21s only.

There are many ways to get to know Dallas, even at night and share paranormal stories. If you're interested in getting to know the spookier side of Dallas, and also sharing with other travellers, you can sign up for a Dallas ghost tour.

Ghost tours take place at night and last between 2 and 3 hours. They usually involve 15-20 people and are not suitable for children. Many are on foot and some include a visit to haunted bars where you can have a drink, such as this Dallas ghost and pub tour.

During this tour you will visit Dallas buildings that have been the scene of ghoulish stories or ghost apparitions, such as the La Quinta Inn & Suites hotel or the cabin of John Neely Bryan, the founder of Dallas. They also often include a visit to the sites associated with the Kennedy assassination in 1963, an event that shocked the world and gave rise to many conspiracy stories.

Interesting details

• Price: around €31 per person.
• Duration: approximately 2-3 hours.
• Means of transport: on foot.
• Advantages of this option: you will learn about popular and spooky legends of Dallas, and details about its history and culture, in an entertaining way.
• Disadvantages of this option: some tours have a minimum age to participate.

Riding an electric scooter around Dallas' must-see attractions is the ideal way to see the city if you're looking for a more entertaining experience. The electric scooters are small three-wheeled vehicles that you will learn to ride very quickly after receiving some instructions from the guide who will accompany you throughout the tour.

This is a tour that takes place during the day, at various times, in the morning, at noon and in the afternoon. You will be accompanied by no more than five people.

You will be taken by scooter to the city's iconic sites such as Dealey Plaza, where the JFK assassination took place; the Dallas Farmer Market, an important Dallas vegetable and fresh produce market; the Deep Ellum district, where there are sculptures in homage to the site's railroad history, and many more.

Details of interest

• Price: about €77 per person.
• Duration: approximately 2 hours.
• Means of transport: electric scooter.
• Advantages of this option: you will get to know Dallas and its most emblematic sites driving an electric scooter, accompanied by an expert guide.
• Disadvantages of this option: only people aged 16 and over can participate. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

If you like going out to bars and meeting new people, this option will definitely interest you. This is a fun scavenger hunt through bars in Dallas following the instructions of an application on your mobile phone, which will allow you to discover the main places to have a drink in the city.

As it is an application, you can do the search at your own pace and be accompanied by your group of friends or family. It's a game that will offer fun challenges as you get to know the best bars in the city. It's one of the best things to do in Dallas at night, and it's also a great way to meet new people if you're travelling alone.

Interesting details

• Price: around 12 € per person
• Duration: you can do the tour at your own pace.
• Means of transport: the activity is done on foot and at your own pace.
• Advantages of this option: you will get to know the best bars in Dallas in a fun way.
• Disadvantages of this option: no guide.

If you are interested in politics or history, don't hesitate to sign up for a private tour of the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, accompanied by a guide who can tell you about former President Bush's career and the contemporary historical events that took place during his 8 years in office.

It is a tour that you can take during the day, at different times, and at any time of the year. It is geared more towards adults, as children will not find it very entertaining. It is private, so you will only go with the people you choose.

Among the things you'll see at the Bush Museum are a life-size replica of what his White House Oval Office looked like, gifts received by the former president and first lady during their time in office, and an exhibit dedicated to the victims of the World Trade Center bombing, among others. Many tours also offer a visit to nearby attractions, such as Turtle Creek Park.

Details of interest

• Price: approximately €90 to €220 per person, depending on the number of people accompanying you.
• Duration: approximately 3 hours.
• Means of transport: car.
• Advantages of this option: you will be able to learn about Bush's mandate and related historical facts...
• Disadvantages of this option: Not an entertaining option for children.

This proposal is ideal for those who want to know the city and take the best pictures, as it consists of a tour of the most representative sites of the city accompanied by a professional photographer who will immortalize every moment with his art.

It is a tour that takes place early in the morning, and is private, so you will only be accompanied by the people who have travelled with you, up to a total of 7 people. It is the ideal opportunity to have professional photos taken with your family or friends in the most beautiful places of the city.

The amount of photos you will receive in high quality files is between 150-250 photos. Among the sites you will see on this tour are Dealey Plaza, Klyde Warren Park and the Dallas Botanical Garden and Arboretum, a beautiful park that is not usually included in city tours.

Interesting details

• Price: about 330€ per group of up to 7 people.
• Duration: about 1-2 hours.
• Means of transport: car.
• Advantages of this option: you will get to know the city and have professional photographs of the most emblematic places in Dallas.
• Disadvantages of this option: you receive the photos in a digital file, not printed.

If you want to enjoy one of the best panoramic views of the city, you can climb the Dallas GeO-Deck observation deck, located at the top of the Reunion Tower, at about 170 metres above sea level. It's one of the attractions you can access at a discounted rate with your Dallas City Pass.

This tour lasts between 30 minutes and an hour, and can be done at various times after noon, including at night. A souvenir photo is included with your ticket. There can be a lot of demand to get on the platform, so I recommend you book your ticket in advance.

The observation deck has a 360° panoramic view and has telescopes and interactive screens that give you information about the city. There is also a 360-degree rotating café, the Cloud Nine Café, where you can enjoy the panoramic view without leaving your seat while eating a delicious meal.

Interesting details

• Price: around €31 per person.
• Duration: approximately 1 hour.
• Means of transport: you must go on your own.
• Advantages of this option: you will see the best panoramic views of the city from 170 metres above sea level.
• Disadvantages of this option: transport is not included.