Private Dallas and JFK Tour with Local Guide

From$129.99
3 hours
Dallas, USA

About this activity

Discover Dallas's rich history and the JFK assassination site on a private 3-hour tour with a local guide, including visits to Dealey Plaza, the Sixth Floor Museum, and more.

Highlights

  • Dealey Plaza exploration
  • Sixth Floor Museum visit
  • Old Red Museum tour
  • Klyde Warren Park stroll
  • Pioneer Plaza cattle drive

Full description

Dive into Dallas's captivating history with a personalized 3-hour tour led by a knowledgeable local guide. Explore iconic sites like Dealey Plaza, where President Kennedy's legacy is honored, and the Sixth Floor Museum, offering profound insights into the events of 1963. Visit the Old Red Museum to delve into the city's past, enjoy a leisurely stroll through Klyde Warren Park, and witness the impressive Pioneer Plaza cattle drive sculptures. This tour provides an engaging and informative experience tailored to your interests, ensuring a memorable journey through Dallas's storied past.

Included / Excluded

  • Expert local guide
  • Personalized tour itinerary
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

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Your tour starts here! Dallas is a city of international renown and boasts some marvelous landmarks. Guests to Dallas will want to give themselves plenty of time to take in the sights and sounds.

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See the cabin of one of Dallas' first settlers.

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This simple monument to the slain president was built on a plaza adjacent to the Texas School Book Depository building.

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Home to the largest bronze collection in the world. Guests to Dallas will want to give themselves plenty of time to take in the sights and sounds.

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Dallas is indeed a city of international renown and boasts some marvelous landmarks. Guests to Dallas will want to give themselves plenty of time to take in the sights and sounds

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Thanks-Giving Square is a place that inspires gratitude and honors the great American and world traditions of thanksgiving. This island of serenity in the heart of downtown Dallas contains a landscaped meditation garden with cascading fountains and a chapel open to people of all faiths and traditions.

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First Baptist Dallas is a Southern Baptist megachurch.

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Klyde Warren Park is a sprawling urban public park home to dining, shopping and relaxing.

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Home to the McKinney Avenue Restaurant District

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The lively Deep Ellum entertainment district is known for its vibrant street murals, quirky art galleries and long-time concert venues for indie and blues.

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Dedicated to the cultural, economic, political and social history of Dallas County, this museum is housed in the beautifully Old Red Courthouse.

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The Arts District is Downtown’s cultural hub, known for the strikingly angular Meyerson Symphony Center, the lavish Winspear Opera House and the Dallas Museum of Art, with its vast collection spanning ancient times to the present. The Nasher Sculpture Center exhibits modern masterpieces in a verdant setting, while the Crow Collection of Asian Art displays religious and secular pieces from diverse eras and cultures.

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Meeting point

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour duration is approximately 3 hours.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in the price.
  • Meals and beverages are not included in the tour.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour.
  • Bring a camera to capture memorable moments.
  • Dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Cancellation policy

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • TRAVEL INSURANCE NOTICE: Due to frequent flight cancellations, Fun Texas Tours strongly recommends purchasing travel insurance. Please note: Once it is less than 24 hours before your tour starts, the company cannot make any changes, offer rescheduling, or issue refunds — under any circumstances.
  • Accessibility Notice Please note that Fun Texas Tours vans are not wheelchair accessible.
  • Child Safety Seat Policy In compliance with Texas law, passengers must provide and install an appropriate child safety seat for any child requiring one. Guests without a proper seat will not be permitted to board, and refunds will not be issued.

Traveler reviews

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We lucked out with Dan,...

We lucked out with Dan, our private tour guide. Not only was he flexible, he was professional, knowledgeable, and entertaining. We felt like we were students in his American History class!

Michael_FApr 30, 2026VIATOR

Amazing tour, with an equally amazing guide!

Tanja, our guide, was absolutely exceptional. She even went above and beyond before the tour began, walking us to a fantastic local bakery and coffee shop and sharing a bit of extra insight along the way. Once the tour started, she was energetic, engaging, and full of fun stories and quips that really brought Dallas to life. She made sure we had plenty of photo opportunities—often hopping out herself to take pictures for us, which we really appreciated. What really stood out was her thoughtfulness. When we mentioned we were heading to San Antonio after the tour, she took the time (while we explored one of the stops) to look up and recommend a few great places to check out along our drive. That kind of personal touch makes such a difference. Highlights for us included exploring the farmers market and hearing Tanja’s many entertaining stories, but honestly, the whole experience was amazing from start to finish. We 100% recommend this tour—and would like to thank Tanja again for making our time in Dallas so memorable!

chrishD5137KMOct 2, 2025TRIPADVISOR

So informative!! Our guide Dan was so personable and knowledgeable. He knew all the ins and outs of Dallas.

Dan was the best! Took time to share so much information. Knew how to get around with ease Made us feel very comfortable and bit rushed

Melissa EMay 18, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Knowledge is Power

Preston is a very good tour guide! He is a professional, knowledgeable and a good driver. Thanks for everything!

David_FMar 27, 2025VIATOR

Great tour!

Isaac was an amazing tour guide. He was both knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Dallas. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Dallas.

327swatisOct 28, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Children must be accompanied by an adult Minimum age is 1 year old Included hotel pick up from: Downtown, Uptown, Market Center Hand sanitizer available Guides required to wear masks Vehicles deep cleaned throughout the day Please call company for time of pick up and availability.