7 Days in Dallas: Unleash the Adventure

Joey Gutierrez

8 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant city of Dallas, Texas. Discover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and mouthwatering cuisine as you explore this captivating destination. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with excitement and wonder.

Trip to Dallas

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Roaming with Wildlife and Sweet Treats

$111

$ 9

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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$56

11 - 14 min

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A large fountain is the centerpiece of this snug open space with picnic tables & benches.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$54

Day 2Delve into History and Savor Heavenly Sandwiches

$141

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

7 - 9 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Comprehensive exhibits on John F. Kennedy's presidency & assassination at site of the sniper's nest.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$68

8 - 12 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$36

Day 3Soaring Heights, Artistic Wonders, and Culinary Delights

$104

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$68

9 - 14 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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

11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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From the herbs and spices we use for homemade adobos and salsas, to our hand-ground tortillas, to the entrees and sauces we create from scratch, every dish is prepared with a reverence to the states of Mexico—glorious places like Yucatan, Vera Cruz, and Chiapas. The chocolate used in our mole sau...

12:45 PM - 2:15 PM

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$36

8 - 12 min

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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.

2:15 PM - 3:45 PM

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Free

Day 4Nature's Tranquility and Aquatic Marvels

$122

$ 9

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Kid-friendly exhibits featuring 1,000+ aquatic animals, including a touch pond & ray feeding areas.

9:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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$38

4 - 5 min

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Fair Park public garden teaches nature conservation with events & exhibits like the butterfly house.

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

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$30

10 - 12 min

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1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$54

Day 5Celebrating Culture, Nature, and Tex-Mex Cuisine

$222

$ 9

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$38

11 - 14 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Replica habitats containing exotic birds, mammals & fish are open for public tours & private events.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$113

7 - 10 min

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Branch of a long-running chain serving Tex-Mex staples in a hacienda-style setting. The creation of El Fenix began in the 1890s with the birth of Miguel (Mike) Martinez. Over time, the El Fenix menu evolved into a new innovative style, now dubbed Tex-Mex.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$72

Day 6Immersing in Art and Savoring Authentic Mexican Food

$60