JFK Historical Tour
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About This Tour in Dallas
Why Visit Dallas?
Dallas, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Dallas provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Dallas
You can reach Dallas, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.
What's Included
- Transportation in Luxury Air Conditioned SUV
- Hotel Pick-Up ONLY for properties within 3-miles of 100 S Houston St, Dallas TX, 75202
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- For groups of 5 or more, please call 214.682.7712 to make custom arrangements.
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Experience the JFK tragedy firsthandWe offer Downtown & Uptown Dallas hotel pickup within a 2-mile radius of downtown Dallas. Otherwise, tours depart from 47 Highland Park Village Shopping Center, Dallas, TX 75205. The shopping center is located at the southwest corner of Preston Road and Mockingbird Lane.
End Point
Located adjacent to the Dallas City HallWe offer Downtown & Uptown Dallas hotel pickup within a 2-mile radius of downtown Dallas. Otherwise, tours depart from 47 Highland Park Village Shopping Center, Dallas, TX 75205. The shopping center is located at the southwest corner of Preston Road and Mockingbird Lane.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 5 minutes before departure
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Experience the JFK tragedy firsthand 15 minutes
Experience the JFK tragedy firsthand. This fascinating tour begins with a visit to the aesthetically simple, Kennedy Memorial; a thoughtful piece of art; the space is intended for reflection and remembrance.
Visit Dealey Plaza; a public park in downtown... 45 minutes
Visit Dealey Plaza; a public park in downtown Dallas and the site of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. As you walk through Dealey Plaza with your Tour Guide, learn about the Presidential motorcade route and stop at the infamous Grassy Knoll, where bystanders heard gunshots. Learn about the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza (which commemorates the life and legacy of JFK); now located within the building formerly known as the Texas School Book Depository. See the “corner window” used by the alleged assassin, Lee Harvey Oswald. Hear details of key evidence, the Warren Commission Report, the role of the Secret Service Agents, eyewitness accounts, the Zapruder film and discuss the conspiracy theories. Depart Dealey Plaza and trace Kennedy’s presidential limousine's route to Parkland Hospital; where questionable decisions were made in the midst of the crisis. Hear accounts from the ER doctors, the tragic moments Jackie Kennedy experienced and the welfare of severely injured Governor Connally. In route, you will stop at the Dallas Trade Mart, where JFK was schedule to be the guest of honor and deliver a speech at a luncheon hosted by Dallas dignitaries.
Drive the route of the presidential motorcade as...
Drive the route of the presidential motorcade as it left Dallas' Love Field Airport heading towards downtown. Learn about Kennedy's plans for his trip to Texas.
Stop by Main Street Gardens to see the Old Municipal Building 20 minutes
Stop by Main Street Gardens to see the Old Municipal Building. In 1963, this was the home of the Dallas Police Headquarters and the Dallas city jail where Lee Harvey Oswald was held over the weekend. Your guide will cover the circumstances that lead to the shooting of Lee Harvey Oswald by nightclub owner, Jack Ruby.
Trace Lee Harvey Oswald's footsteps as he fled... 1 hour
Trace Lee Harvey Oswald's footsteps as he fled the Texas School Book Depository to the Dallas neighborhood of Oak Cliff. Stop by Oswald's boarding house that still stands today. Visit the corner of 10th and Patton St.; the site where Oswald fatally shot Dallas Police Officer J. D. Tippit. Follow the expected route Oswald took as he fled the scene, to the famous Texas Theatre, where he was captured and arrested after a struggle with the Dallas Police.
Located adjacent to the Dallas City Hall is... 10 minutes
Located adjacent to the Dallas City Hall is the Dallas Police Memorial; a tribute to all Dallas Police Officers slain in the line of duty. Look for the fallen J. D. Tippit's name on the Memorial.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
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