JFK Assassination Walking Tour in Dallas, TX

JFK Memorial PlazaDallas, TX 75202
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Overview

This tour delves into one of the most intriguing mysteries of our time: the world-changing assassination of President Kennedy. We explore the facts and examine the incredible coincidences and timing that culminated in the event that shocked the world. In this tour, we will walk around 1.5 miles around the West End Historic District, and for the second part of the walk, we will take the public streetcar to visit the Oswald Rooming House in the Oak Cliff neighborhood.

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Good To Know

  • Tour is 2.5 hours.
  • Meet 15 minutes prior to tour time.
  • Meeting location JFK Memorial Plaza 646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202.
  • You should bring hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, bottle water or drink of your choice and comfortable shoes.
  • No, children under 8 are not allowed in our tour.

Description

During our journey (we will walk around 1.5 miles), your tour guide will revisit the events leading up to November 22nd, 1963 and beyond to provide perspective and new insight into this tragic, very human drama. Most people are familiar with the Sixth Floor Museum (the site from which Lee Harvey Oswald allegedly fired the deadly shots), but we will also show you the many other places around Dallas associated with the assassination that are just as important.
This walking tour includes exclusive access to Oswald's Rooming House (we will arrive to the house via the Dallas city streetcar). We will also visit the location where Oswald's infamous rifle picture was taken. Our last stop will be at the Texas Theatre where the alleged murderer was captured. At the end of the walk, you can return with us to Dealey Plaza or stay and explore the Bishop Arts District (we will give you recommendations for lunch).
You can purchase an entrance fee to the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza as part of this tour. After our tour (2 hours) we will leave you at the museum entrance. You can skip the line and go directly to the visitors’ desk to gain access to the museum and collect your headsets equipment for a self-guided tour. The Sixth floor Museum visit generally takes from 40-60 minutes.

Highlights:
John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza
Trace Motorcade Route through Dallas
Sixth Floor Museum (optional entrance)
Dealey Plaza / Grassy Knoll
Oswald Rooming House Museum (Exclusive Access Included)
Nelly House
Texas Theatre
Bishop Arts District / Oswald Mural

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Frequently Asked Questions about JFK Assassination Walking Tour

Where do we meet?

On the main street side of the JFK Memorial at 646 West Main Street.


Where can I park?

There is no free parking around downtown Dallas. We do not recommend parking on the street, our excursions usually run longer than the two hour and all on-street parking zones have a 2-hour maximum. Below are a few options close to the meeting location:

ABM Parking - George Allen Parking Garage at 601 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75202

Small lot on Main at 700 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202

Ace Parking at 710 W Commerce St, Dallas, TX 752022


How do I get back to the location where we started the tour?

Head southeast on Harwood St. until you reach Main St. Right on Main St. until you reach the JFK Memorial. Approximately 20 minutes total walk back. Your tour guide will assist you with directions.


How far do we walk during the tour? 

We walk around 2 miles and we take several breaks along the way. Texan summers are hot, dress appropriately and always wear comfortable shoes.


What should I bring with me?

Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, bottle water or drink of your choice and comfortable shoes.


Are we allowed to bring our dog?

We welcome dogs in all our walking tours, there a couple of place we stop at that you won’t be able to bring the dog inside the property (Oswald Rooming House, The joule Hotel). Due to space availability, we do not allow dogs in our buses.


Am I allowed to carry my infant on my lap during the tour?

No, children under 8 are not allowed in our tour.

Texas Occupant Restraint Laws: A person commits an offense if the person operates a passenger vehicle, transports a child who is younger than eight years of age, unless the child is taller than four feet, nine inches, and does not keep the child secured during the operation of the vehicle in a child passenger safety seat system according to the instructions of the manufacturer of the safety seat system.


Is there a restroom stop?

Yes, we will stop at the halfway point for a quick restroom break.