Dallas Highlights & Fort Worth Highlights Day Tour

Dallas, US
75% of travellers recommend this
Very Good (4 reviews)

Highlights

  • JFK Tragedy Tour and Dealey Plaza
  • Explore the West End Historic District
  • Visit the iconic Pioneer Plaza
  • Experience the beauty of Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge
  • See the stunning Dallas Arts District

Meeting Point

The Starbucks is located in Highland Park Village Shopping Center, Highland Park, Dallas, Texas. The shopping center is located in the Southwest corner of Preston Road and Mockingbird Lane. You may wait inside or outside. Your Tour Guide will call you upon their arrival.

Meeting point

100 Highland Park Village, Dallas, TX 75205 , United States

End point

End Point

The Starbucks is located in Highland Park Village Shopping Center, Highland Park, Dallas, Texas. The shopping center is located in the Southwest corner of Preston Road and Mockingbird Lane. You may wait inside or outside. Your Tour Guide will call you upon their arrival.

Meeting point

100 Highland Park Village, Dallas, TX 75205 , United States

End point

Pickup

Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)

Pickup Location
AC Hotel Dallas Downtown
Aloft Dallas Downtown
Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown
Canvas Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Downtown/Reunion District
Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown, an IHG hotel
Dallas Marriott Downtown
Days Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Dallas Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Dallas Medical/Market Center
Fairmont Dallas
HALL Arts Hotel Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas Downtown
Hilton Anatole
Hilton Garden Inn Dallas / Market Center
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dallas
Holiday Inn Express Dallas Downtown, an IHG hotel
Homewood Suites By Hilton Dallas Downtown, Tx
Hotel Crescent Court
Hotel Indigo Dallas Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Swexan
Hotel ZaZa Dallas
Hyatt House Dallas/Uptown
Hyatt Regency Dallas
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I will meet at the departure point
Kimpton Pittman Hotel
Le Meridien Dallas, The Stoneleigh
Lorenzo Hotel Dallas, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown
Marriott Dallas Uptown
Oakwood at Jefferson
Omni Dallas Hotel
Renaissance Dallas Hotel
Renaissance Saint Elm Dallas Downtown Hotel
Residence Inn Dallas Downtown
Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek
Sheraton Dallas Hotel
SOVA Micro-Room & Social Hotel
SpringHill Suites Dallas Downtown/West End
The Adolphus, Autograph Collection
The Joule
The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas
The Statler Dallas, Curio Collection By Hilton
The Westin Dallas Downtown
Thompson Dallas, by Hyatt
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dallas Downtown
Virgin Hotels Dallas
W Dallas
Warwick Melrose - Dallas
We offer hotel pickup within a 3 mile radius of downtown Dallas. Otherwise, tours depart from the Starbucks in Highland Park Village Shopping Center, 100 Highland Park Village Suite 101A, Dallas, TX 75205

What to expect

1

Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District

Dealey Plaza is park surrounding the original birthplace of the City of Dallas. It is also the site of the JFK tragedy. Tour the Plaza and learn fascinating details of that fateful day. Stop for a photo of the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, which commemorates the site of President Kennedy’s assassination. Visit the Kennedy Memorial, a tribute to President John F. Kennedy.

Duration 30 minutes
2

West End Historic District

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.

Duration 30 minutes
3

Omni Dallas Hotel

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.

Duration 10 minutes
4

Pioneer Plaza

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!

Duration 10 minutes
5

Giant Eyeball

Enjoy a drive down Main Street and see "The Eyeball" an the eye-popping piece of public art!

6

Klyde Warren Park

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.

7

Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge

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.

Duration 15 minutes
8

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

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.

9

American Airlines Center

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.

10

Dallas Arts District

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!

Duration 30 minutes
11

Lakeside Park

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!

Duration 10 minutes
12

The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum

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.

Duration 10 minutes
13

AT&T Discovery District

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.

Duration 15 minutes
14

Knox-Henderson

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.

15

Reunion Tower

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.

16

JFK Tribute

Stop by the former Hotel Texas, and visit the JFK Tribute; which honors President Kennedy’s historic stay in Fort Worth.

Duration 10 minutes
17

Sundance Square

Visit downtowns', Sundance Square Historic District where beautifully restored buildings and brick streets add to its charm. Learn of Fort Worth’s fascinating western history and colorful past…tales about the Chisholm Trail and the famous outlaws, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Hear stories about Hell’s Half Acre where saloons, gambling parlors and dance halls once flourished.

Duration 30 minutes
18

Sid Richardson Museum

For a view of the romance and reality of the Old West, visit the Sid Richardson Museum featuring paintings from two of the preeminent visual storytellers of the 19th-century American West: Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell.

Duration 15 minutes
19

Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District

Then off to explore the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District, where the Old West comes to life! Begin your journey on Exchange Avenue, where the weathered brick streets are lined with historic barns, restaurants and saloons. Kids will enjoy the Maze, the Petting Zoo, the Mini-train and Pony Rides. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Fort Worth Stockyards, a living museum and learn about this historic area that speaks to a bygone era when the town was a stop for the legendary cattle drives on the Chisholm Trail. Experience the world’s only daily Cattle Drive as a team of genuine Texas cowboys drive a herd of Texas Longhorn Cattle down Exchange Avenue. Every detail of the cattle drive; from the saddles to the chaps, from the hats to the boots….is authentic! Climb up in the saddle of a real Texas Longhorn Steer for a photo or take your chances and ride the Mechanical Bull, just waiting to buck you off!

Duration 90 minutes
20

Cowtown Coliseum

Tour the historic Cowtown Coliseum, home of the weekly Stockyards Championship Rodeo and site of the world’s first indoor Rodeo. Many famous folks have visited here, including General Pershing, Enrico Caruso, Doris Day, Bob Hope, Hank Williams, Elvis Presley, President Carter and President Roosevelt.

Duration 15 minutes
21

Livestock Exchange Building

Visit the Livestock Exchange, the “Wall Street of the West” and learn about the livestock auctions where cattle and cotton were common currency and outlaws were folk heroes. Step into the past at the Stockyards Museum or climb up on a real Texas Longhorn Steer for a photo.

Duration 20 minutes
22

White Elephant Saloon

Step inside the White Elephant Saloon, site of Fort Worth's infamous gunfight in 1887. Originally located in dangerous Hells Half Acre, the White Elephant moved to the Historic Stockyards. The the interior was used in the filming of Walker Texas Ranger.

Duration 15 minutes
23

Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District

Visit the historic Stockyards Hotel, known for its rich ancestry, historic architecture and unique character. Restored to its original grandeur, it is reflecting the cattle baron era of the Old West. Saddle up to the bar for a cool drink. The Stockyards Hotel is the shining star of the Stockyards National Historic District in Fort Worth, Texas. When you stay at the Stockyards Hotel, you experience a time when cattle were common currency, outlaws were folk heroes, and a single boutique hotel was known around the world for Texas-Style hospitality and comfort.

Duration 60 minutes
24

AT&T Stadium

On the return drive to Dallas, enjoy a drive by of the famous AT&T Stadium (Dallas Cowboys Football).

Duration 15 minutes
25

Globe Life Park

Drive past Globe Life Field in Arlington is the NEW home of MLB's Texas Rangers and has been called the best baseball facility in the Major Leagues.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
  • Additional information
    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Discover Dallas Tours

What our experts say

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    Try lunch at the Stockyards Hotel.
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    Don't miss the Longhorn cattle drive.
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    Visit Klyde Warren Park for a break.
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    Explore the shops at Knox St. District.
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    Capture photos at Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge.

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