12 Best Tours in Dallas

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

However, there are many things to see and do in Dallas and some very interesting options for getting to know the best of the city, such as visiting its botanical garden and arboretum, trying some of the best chocolates in the world, sampling its exquisite Tex Mex cuisine, following the adventures of outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, or visiting the buildings that house the city's most spine-chilling stories. I will 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 see the main sights of the city in comfort and in the company of a guide who will tell you about the history of Dallas and the iconic sites you visit.

The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and is conducted in a car for no more than 12 people. It is available all year round, both in the morning and in the afternoon, and some tours may include a stop for lunch or a drink, although you will probably have to pay for this separately. It is a tour that the whole family can enjoy.

Some museum or attraction tickets may not be included in the tour price, but you can get them at a discount by purchasing the Dallas City Pass, which is the city's tourist card.

Some of the iconic sites in Dallas that you can see on this tour are:

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

Details of interest

• Price: approximately €57 per person.
• Duration: approximately 3 hours.
• Transport: car for up to 12 people.

A very fun way to explore historic downtown Dallas is by Segway, a two-wheeled vehicle with handlebars that you stand on, similar to an electric skateboard. Most people who sign up for the tour have never ridden a Segway before, but they manage it after receiving a few instructions, as it is really very simple.

The tour takes place in the morning with groups of around 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. They will also give you interesting information about all the places you visit.

During the tour, you will see the most emblematic sites and monuments in the historic centre of Dallas, such as Pioneer Square, Dealey Plaza, where the memorial to JFK is located, and the arts district, among others.

Details of interest

• Price: around €80 per person.
• Duration: approximately 2 hours.
• Means of transport: Segway.

This is one of the most popular tours in Dallas, taking you on the same route JFK took through the city until he was assassinated. Kennedy's assassination shocked the entire world, which is why many people who visit the city want to learn more about it.

This tour is more suitable for adults and takes place during the day, all year round, accompanied by an expert guide who will tell you about the assassination while you visit sites related to JFK's murder, such as the following:

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

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

Details of interest

• Price: around £65 per person.
• Duration: approximately 3 hours.
• Means of transport: car.

Dallas is home to some of the best chocolate shops in the world, many of which have won awards. If you are a chocolate lover, don't hesitate to join this chocolate tour of Dallas to delight your palate. These tours take place during the day, all year round, and the whole family can participate.

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

Some of the chocolate shops you will visit during this tour are:

• 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.
• Transport: coach.

The Dallas Botanical Garden and Arboretum, or Dallas Arboretum, is one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the United States. It is best to take a private tour so that you don't miss any details 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 the garden is closed on Mondays. Each season reveals a different charm, and if you visit Dallas at Christmas, you can see its beautiful annual Christmas exhibition.

This tour is ideal for sharing a moment with family or friends. The guide will provide you with accurate information about the species you encounter and tell you the history and anecdotes of the garden, making the tour very informative as well.

The Dallas Arboretum covers some 22 hectares and overlooks White Rock Lake and the city of Dallas. It has a children's garden where you can see giant insects and mushroom-shaped seats. There you will find activities designed especially for children. It also has cafés and restaurants.

Details of interest

• Price: between approximately €90 and €200 per person, depending on how many people participate in the tour.
• Duration: around 2-3 hours.
• Means of transport: car.

If you are looking for a different way to get to know Dallas, and you are feeling adventurous, you can visit the city's most iconic sites on an electric bike. As it is electric, it will not require any physical effort, as you will not need to pedal much. If you enjoy cycling, this is the ideal tour for you.

This tour 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 relevant sites in the city and their relationship to the history and culture of Dallas and the United States.

Among the sites you will visit on your electric bike are historic Dealey Plaza, Klyde Warren Park, and the Dallas Arts District, where you will see murals and sculptures by various artists, among other things.

Details of interest

• Price: around €67 per person.
• Duration: approximately 2 hours.
• Means of transport: electric bicycle.

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

The guide will tell you in detail about the adventures of this couple and what their lives were like. As this is a private tour, you can only participate with friends or family, and it is not suitable for children. You can take it at different times of the day, both in the morning and in the afternoon.

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

Details of interest

• Price: around £190 per person.
• Duration: approximately 3 hours.
• Transport: minivan.

In the city of Dallas, you have the opportunity to sample typical local dishes in a fun way, accompanied by other travellers. This is Tex Mex food, so called because it is a fusion of Mexican and Texan cuisine, which includes chilli con carne, tacos, nachos and fried foods, accompanied by typical drinks. It is one of the best food tours in Dallas.

In addition, on these tours you can visit iconic places in the city such as Dealey Plaza, where Kennedy was assassinated, or the places where the famous outlaws Bonnie and Clyde hid, while learning about the city's culture and history.

The guides who lead these tours are expert connoisseurs of gastronomy 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 those over 21, but there are other tours more suitable for families, such as the Dallas food and culture tour.

Details of interest

• Price: around €75 per person.
• Duration: approximately 4 hours.
• Means of transport: bus.

There are many ways to get to know Dallas, including at night and sharing 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 ghost tour of Dallas.

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

During this tour, you will visit buildings in Dallas that have been the scene of macabre stories or ghost sightings, such as the La Quinta Inn & Suites hotel or the cabin of John Neely Bryan, the founder of Dallas. In addition, they usually include a visit to sites related to the assassination of Kennedy in 1963, an event that shocked the entire world and gave rise to many conspiracy theories.

Details of interest

• Price: around £27 per person.
• Duration: approximately 2-3 hours.
• Means of transport: on foot.

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

This is a daytime tour , with several departure times in the morning, at midday and in the afternoon. You will be accompanied by no more than five people.

You will travel by scooter to the city's most iconic sites, such as Dealey Plaza, where JFK was assassinated; the Dallas Farmer's Market, an important market for vegetables and fresh produce in Dallas; the Deep Ellum district, where there are sculptures paying tribute to the site's railway history; and many more.

Details of interest

• Price: around £67 per person.
• Duration: approximately 2 hours.
• Means of transport: electric scooter.

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 eight years in office.

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

Among the things you will see at the Bush Museum are a life-size replica of his Oval Office in the White House, gifts received by the former president and first lady during their term in office, and an exhibition dedicated to the victims of the Twin Towers attack, among other things. Many tours also offer a visit to nearby places of interest, 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.

This option is ideal for those who want to get to know the city and take the best photographs, as it consists of a tour of the city's most representative sites accompanied by a professional photographer who will immortalise every moment with their art.

This tour 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 in the city.

You will receive between 150 and 250 high-quality photos. Among the places you will visit 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.

Details of interest

• Price: around €330 per group of up to 7 people.
• Duration: approximately 1-2 hours.
• Means of transport: car.