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Discovering Dallas: A Week of Art, History, and Adventure

Ankit Das

24 Dec 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Dallas, where art, history, and adventure await at every turn. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this Texan city as you explore iconic landmarks, fascinating museums, and lush parks. Get ready for an exhilarating week filled with discovery and excitement!

Trip to Dallas

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Hidden Gems: Thanks-Giving Square, Giant Eyeball, Pioneer Plaza, and JFK Memorial Plaza

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$0

Thanks-Giving Square

Designed as an all-faiths gathering place, this park features a garden, chapel & hall with exhibits.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Giant Eyeball

30-ft. tall, realistically rendered fiberglass sculpture of a human eyeball in a fenced garden.

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Pioneer Plaza

Public park with Texan plant life & large bronze sculptures of 3 cowboys driving longhorn cattle.

9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza

Concrete JFK monument by influential postmodern architect Philip Johnson, a Kennedy family friend.

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

Day 2Immerse in Artistic Splendor: Dallas Museum of Art

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Dallas Museum of Art

Arts District anchor with an encyclopedic collection spanning ancient times to the present.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 3A Haven for Art Lovers: Nasher Sculpture Center and Klyde Warren Park

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$13

Nasher Sculpture Center

Education & research facility featuring rotating exhibits of contemporary sculptures & a cafe.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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Klyde Warren Park

Urban park hosting lunchtime food trucks & frequent arts, music, fitness & children's events.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 4A Cultural Extravaganza: Crow Museum of Asian Art, Dealey Plaza, and Reunion Tower

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$23

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$ 3

Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas

Galleries dedicated to individual regions showcase Asian art from 1000 B.C. to the 20th century.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Dealey Plaza

City park & National Historic Landmark where President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in 1963.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Reunion Tower

Landmark observation deck featuring light shows, 360-degree city views & a gift shop.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$23

Day 5Journey Back in Time: Old City Park

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$13

Old City Park

Collection of 19th-century pioneer & commercial buildings, plus events like ghost tours.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

Day 6Unleash Your Inner Scientist: Perot Museum of Nature and Science

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$25

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

Large-scale state-of-the-art interactive & multimedia exhibits & educational programs for all ages.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

Day 7Celebrating African American Heritage: African American Museum of Dallas

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$13

African American Museum of Dallas

Museum exhibiting artwork, historic & cultural displays, & more by those of African descent.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

Day 8Wild Encounters at Dallas Zoo

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$19

Dallas Zoo

Housing 2,000 animals, with a renowned children's area, a carousel & a mini-train.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

Budget breakdown: $107 In total

Activities & Food:$104

Transport:$3