Special Exhibitions cost: Adults - $16, Seniors (65+) and Military - $14, Students - $12, Children under 12 - free 4. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 11am to 5pm, Thursdays open until 9pm, closed on Mondays The ancient pieces include art from across the Americas from Mexico to Peru while the American Art part focuses on the period from the United States colonial times through to mid-20th century.ĭon't miss the Wendy and Emery Reeves Collection - a fantastic set of impressionist and post-impressionist art from the likes of Cezanne, Degas, Gauguin, Money, Manet, Pissarro and even Van Gogh all housed in a replica of the Reeves' home in France.įree admission is rare, so make sure you make the most of it - it will easily take 2 hours or longer to see the different exhibits and you will definitely find something you like with collections from Africa, Asia and Europe as well as ancient Mediterranean artefacts from Egyptian, Greek, Roman and other civilizations. Some of the most interesting exhibits are in the American Art and ancient American Art collections. The American Airlines Center, home of the Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars, is one of the neighbors. The Perot Museum is housed in a giant cube-like building in the purpose built Victory Park neighborhood. Price: Adults - $18, Seniors (65+) - $16, Youth up to 18 - $14, Children under 6 - free (or $5 with an audio guide) 2. Opening hours: Monday - 12pm to 6pm, Tuesday to Sunday - 10am to 6pm The museum can get busy, especially during public holidays or in busy tourist seasons - you can guarantee your slot by buying your ticket online in advance and skipping the queue. There is a lot to see here and exhibits include a replica of the gun used by Lee Harvey Oswald and tickets to see the President's Dallas speech.Īll tickets except free entry for children include an audio guide which helps understand the exhibits and helps with understanding the details as you make your way around the museum.
A part of the museum has been left as it was on the day of the assassination with stacked boxes indicating the spot.įrom the window through which the shots were fired you can look down towards the spot on the road where the President was shot - it's marked with a white X. The museum is poignantly set up in the very room from which the shots were fired in the former Texas School Book Depository building. The Sixth Floor Museum is dedicated to the life and work of J.F. The Sixth Floor Museumĭallas has a huge amount to offer and see, but it is sadly also famous as the place where John F Kennedy was assassinated as he was driven in his limousine through Dealey Plaza in November 1963. If you are planning to visit at least 3 out of the Sixth Floor Museum, Perot Museum, Dallas Zoo, Reunion Tower or the George W Bush Library and Museum, the CityPASS will save you money. Top tip: The Dallas CityPASS provides a 39% discount to some of the top sights and museums in Dallas. Without further ado, let's get into the list. If seeing the sights of Dallas is not enough, check out our list of 20 amazing road trips from Dallas that can take you all over Texas and beyond. From museums and key sights to nature, neighborhoods, experiences and sports venues, we've got it all covered. Whether you live in Dallas or visiting, we wanted to put together a comprehensive list of the best things to do in Dallas during your stay. I thought I saw some lockers with a key where you can store valuables.Dallas is a city that needs little introduction - it has grown to become a hugely important business hub, trading center and the cultural pivot of northern Texas. There are open shelves to leave your shoes and belongings in. Incident to note: I witnessed an alleged theft. Great cardio workout! So, if you can, come with your sweats on and get on the ramps with the kids. So, if you can cringe your way across the carpet to sit at one of the many chairs and tables placed for parents to relax and do some internet browsing, the kids will definitely enjoy their time and they may lose a pound doing it. The dodge ball trampoline area is a favorite among 9- 14 year olds. It is merely a basic place for kids to jump on trampolines including the standard basketball hoop area, running waves area, dodge ball area and an area designated to kids under 7 years old in the back that has a small trampoline area and a couple inflatable bounce houses. 90% of the staff are under 21 years old but you can tell they've had training and the ones I met were doing a great job with the kids. So, this is not the cleanest place to be.
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