{"id":358,"date":"2026-06-12T07:48:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T11:48:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thingstodoindallasthisweekend.com\/?p=358"},"modified":"2026-06-12T17:43:24","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T21:43:24","slug":"visit-dealey-plaza","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/funthingstodoin.us\/dallas-tx\/visit-dealey-plaza\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-360\" src=\"https:\/\/funthingstodoin.us\/dallas-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Dealey-Plaza-150x135.jpg\" alt=\"Dealey Plaza\" width=\"150\" height=\"135\" \/><strong>Dealey Plaza<\/strong><br \/>\n#9 of 100 things to do in Dallas<\/p>\n<p>Dealey Plaza, in the historic West End district of downtown Dallas, Texas, is the location of the assassination of John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963. <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Dealey_Plaza\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Dealey Plaza has changed a bit since 1963. The famous Stemmons Freeway sign is gone, and the Hertz car rental sign is gone from atop the Depository.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-359\" src=\"https:\/\/funthingstodoin.us\/dallas-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Dealey-Plaza-map-150x135.png\" alt=\"Dealey Plaza map\" width=\"150\" height=\"135\" \/>Some of the train tracks over the Triple Underpass have been replaced with electrified commuter rail tracks, and the parking lot behind the Stockade Fence is now paved.<\/p>\n<p>A plaque now defaces the grass between the Pergola and Elm Street. Otherwise, it&#8217;s pretty much the same place, The Place.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Dallas, Texas<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0is home to one of the most significant historic sites in the United States:\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">. Often called the &#8220;birthplace of Dallas,&#8221; this 15-acre public park was also the location of a world-changing event\u2014the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">. Today, Dealey Plaza stands as a powerful place of remembrance, education, and reflection, welcoming millions of visitors annually.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Whether you are a history buff retracing the events of the Kennedy assassination, a parent looking for a free and educational outdoor activity, or a tourist seeking to understand a pivotal moment in American history, this guide provides\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">everything you need to know<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u2014from parking and accessibility to the free interactive digital guide, family activities, and nearby museums.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Dealey Plaza is a city park in the West End Historic District of downtown Dallas. It was constructed between 1934 and 1940 as a Works Progress Administration (WPA) project and was named after George B. Dealey, a prominent Dallas civic leader and publisher of The Dallas Morning News\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The plaza was designated a\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">National Historic Landmark<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0on October 12, 1993, on the 30th anniversary of the Kennedy assassination. This designation recognizes that &#8220;the course of American history changed here&#8221;\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">. The landmark district includes the 3.07-acre park, surrounding historic buildings facing the plaza, the Triple Underpass, and part of the rail yards\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Key Details at a Glance:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Official Name:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Location:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0Roughly bounded by Pacific Ave., Market St., Jackson St., and the Dallas Right of Way Management Company right-of-way, Dallas, TX 75202\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">GPS Coordinates:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a032.7783\u00b0 N, 96.8089\u00b0 W\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Size:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a015 acres (6.1 hectares)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Established:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0Park built 1934\u20131940; designated NHLD in 1993\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Architectural Styles:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0Chicago, Early Commercial, Romanesque\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Admission:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">Free<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(no fee to enter the plaza)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Hours &amp; Admission<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Plaza Hours:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span class=\"\">Admission:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">Free<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0to all visitors. No tickets or reservations are required to walk through the plaza.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Sixth Floor Museum Hours (separate admission):<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">Wednesday \u2013 Sunday: 10:00 AM \u2013 5:00 PM\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">Closed Monday and Tuesday\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Day<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Plaza Hours<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Sixth Floor Museum Hours<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Monday \u2013 Tuesday<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Open 24 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Closed<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Wednesday \u2013 Sunday<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Open 24 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">10:00 AM \u2013 5:00 PM<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Note:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0The Sixth Floor Museum is a separate attraction located inside the Texas School Book Depository building. The plaza itself remains accessible even when the museum is closed\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Ticket Prices &amp; Admission<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Attraction<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Price<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Dealey Plaza (park, grounds, historical markers)<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Free<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Free Interactive Digital Guide<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Free<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(available at\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dealeyplaza.jfk.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"\">dealeyplaza.jfk.org<\/span><\/a><span class=\"\">)<\/span><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">Sixth Floor Museum<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Adult: $24 online ($27 onsite), Senior (65+): $22, Youth (6\u201318): $20 (children 5 and under free)\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Note:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0The free interactive guide is available in both English and Spanish and includes a self-guided walking tour, interactive map, visual narratives, films, photographs, and oral histories\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Activities for Adults &amp; Children: History, Reflection &amp; Learning<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f Adults: Historical Exploration, Photography &amp; Contemplation<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Self-Guided Walking Tour<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">Adults can explore the plaza at their own pace using the\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">free interactive digital guide<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0available at\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dealeyplaza.jfk.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"\">dealeyplaza.jfk.org<\/span><\/a><span class=\"\">.<\/span><span class=\"\">\u00a0The guide helps visitors orient themselves to the assassination site and learn about the history of the plaza dating back to 1841 when John Neely Bryan founded Dallas\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">The White &#8220;X&#8221; on Elm Street<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">A white\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">&#8220;X&#8221;<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0painted on the Elm Street pavement marks the approximate spot where President Kennedy was fatally shot\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">. This is the most visited spot in the plaza and a place for quiet reflection.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Photography<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">Dealey Plaza is one of the most photographed historic sites in Texas. Popular photo locations include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">The Grassy Knoll<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(north of Elm Street) \u2013 a key area of interest in assassination theories.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">The Texas School Book Depository<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(411 Elm St) \u2013 now the Sixth Floor Museum.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">The Triple Underpass<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 a WPA-built Art Deco structure at the west edge of the plaza\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">The Reflecting Pools and Colonnades<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 designed in the 1930s as part of the original park\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">John F. Kennedy Memorial<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(646 Main St)<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">Designed by architect Philip Johnson, this 50-by-50-foot open cenotaph features 30-foot concrete walls and a central black granite slab with the president&#8217;s name engraved in gold\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">. It is free to visit and located just east of the plaza\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Historical Building Tour<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">The historic district includes several significant buildings:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Texas School Book Depository<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(1901) \u2013 where Lee Harvey Oswald fired the shots\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Old Dallas County Courthouse (&#8220;Old Red&#8221;)<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(1892) \u2013 now the Old Red Museum of Dallas County History &amp; Culture\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Dallas County Criminal Courts Building<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(1915) \u2013 Renaissance Revival architecture\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">U.S. Post Office Terminal Annex<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(1937) \u2013 Art Deco style with murals by artist Peter Hurd\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"\">\ud83d\udc67 Children &amp; Families: Educational Activities &amp; Scavenger Hunts<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Free Family Activities from the Sixth Floor Museum<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">The museum offers a variety of free educational activities designed for families to learn together\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">. Examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Photo Scavenger Hunt<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Go on a photography hunt and learn how to decode messages in portraits.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Monuments Exploration<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Explore the John F. Kennedy Memorial and build your own memorial.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Model Making<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Investigate different models of Dealey Plaza and make your own.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Forensic Science<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Conduct an investigation using forensic science techniques (for older children).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Pop Culture of the 1960s<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Discover music, fashion, and toys from the decade.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">President Kennedy in Art<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Examine and create works of art based on the president.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">These activities are available on the museum\u2019s website and are perfect for ages 8\u201314\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Interactive Digital Guide for Older Kids<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">The free multimedia digital guide includes films, photographs, and oral histories that engage teenagers and young adults\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">. The guide is available on any smartphone or tablet.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">The Grassy Knoll<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">Children enjoy running and playing on the grassy slopes (supervised, of course). This area offers a view of the entire plaza and is a good spot for a family rest break.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Open Space for Walking<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">The plaza has wide open spaces, paths, and steps suitable for young children to explore safely. The reflecting pools and colonnades provide interesting architectural features for kids to observe.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Sensory-Friendly Visits<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"\">Sensory-friendly hours may be available for individuals with sensory sensitivities or autism. These provide a quieter, less crowded environment\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">. Contact the Sixth Floor Museum at (214) 747-6660 for current availability.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Contributing Structures &amp; Buildings Within the Landmark District<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">From the National Historic Landmark designation, the following are\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">contributing properties<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0within Dealey Plaza\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Property<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Address<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Year Built<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Notes<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Texas School Book Depository<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">411 Elm St<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1901<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Sixth Floor Museum; RTHL #6895<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Dal-Tex Building<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">501 Elm St<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1902<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Witness location<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Dallas County Records Building<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">509 Main St<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1928<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">RTHL #6668<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Dallas County Records Building Annex<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">500 Elm St<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1955<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Overlooks Dealey Plaza<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Dallas County Criminal Courts Building<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">501 Main St<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1915<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Renaissance Revival<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Old Dallas County Courthouse (&#8220;Old Red&#8221;)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">100 S. Houston St<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1892<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Now Old Red Museum; NRHP #76002019<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">U.S. Post Office Terminal Annex<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">207 S. Houston St<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1937<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Art Deco; murals by Peter Hurd<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Union Terminal Interlocking Tower<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Near Pacific Ave. in rail yard<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1916<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Switching tower<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Kennedy Memorial and Plaza<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">600 Main St<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1969<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Designed by Philip Johnson<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Reflecting pools and colonnades<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Along Houston St<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1930s<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">WPA-built<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Pergolas<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Elm and Commerce streets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1930s<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">WPA-built<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Triple Underpass<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">West edge of plaza<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1930s<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Art Deco railroad overpass<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Dealey Statue<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">101 S. Houston St<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">1948<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Bronze statue by Felix de Weldon<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Parking &amp; Public Transportation<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"\">\ud83d\ude97 Parking<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Dealey Plaza is located in downtown Dallas with several parking options nearby.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Parking Option<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Location<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Approximate Cost<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Notes<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Parking garages<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Within 1\u20132 blocks<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">$10 \u2013 $15<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Closest to Sixth Floor Museum<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Street parking (metered)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Elm, Main, Houston, Commerce Sts<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">$1 \u2013 $2 per hour<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Free after 6 PM &amp; Sundays; read signs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Accessible parking<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Designated spaces near entrances<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Standard metered or garage rates<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Look for wheelchair symbols<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Pro Tip:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0The parking garage at\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">501 Elm St<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(across from the Depository) is conveniently located for visitors to both the plaza and the Sixth Floor Museum.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"\">\ud83d\ude86 DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit)<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Union Station<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Serves Red, Blue, Orange, Silver, and Trinity Railway Express (TRE) lines. A short walk west to Dealey Plaza\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Multiple bus routes<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Several DART buses stop within one block of the plaza.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Address for GPS:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0411 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75202\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Free Interactive Digital Guide: Your Personal Tour Guide<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The Sixth Floor Museum has launched a\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">free, multimedia digital guide<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0to Dealey Plaza, available in both English and Spanish\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">. Access it at\u00a0<\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dealeyplaza.jfk.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"\">dealeyplaza.jfk.org<\/span><\/a><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0on any smartphone, tablet, or computer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">What the guide includes:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">A\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">self-guided walking tour<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0that helps visitors orient themselves to the assassination site.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">An\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">interactive map<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0detailing historical points of interest in and around the plaza.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Two\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">visual narratives<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0exploring the commemoration of President Kennedy\u2019s assassination and the history of Dealey Plaza from 1841 to the present.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Films, photographs, oral histories<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">, and other archival content from the museum\u2019s collections\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">This is the first time a complete history of Dealey Plaza\u2014from the founding of Dallas in 1841 to the 2020 social justice protests\u2014has been presented in a free, accessible digital format\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">. Use it before, during, or after your visit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Nearby Attractions (Within Walking Distance)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Dealey Plaza is centrally located in downtown Dallas, making it easy to combine with other historic and cultural sites.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area ds-scroll-area--show-on-focus-within ds-scroll-area--enabled _1210dd7 c03cafe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\">\n<div class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span class=\"\">Attraction<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Distance from Plaza<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span class=\"\">Best For<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza<\/span><\/td>\n<td><strong><span class=\"\">On-site<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0(411 Elm St)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Adults\/teens (history, education)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">John F. Kennedy Memorial<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">0.1 miles (646 Main St)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Reflection, free\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Old Red Museum of Dallas County History<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">0.2 miles (100 S. Houston St)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Local history (all ages)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Pioneer Plaza (Cattle Drive Sculptures)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">0.5 miles (10-min walk)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Families, free, outdoor art<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Reunion Tower (GeO-Deck)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">0.6 miles (12-min walk)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">360\u00b0 city views (paid)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">0.4 miles (8-min walk)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">History (ages 10+; paid)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"\">Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">0.5 miles (10-min walk)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"\">Events, conventions<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Pro Tip:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0Plan a half-day walking tour: Start at Dealey Plaza (free, 45\u201360 minutes), then visit the Sixth Floor Museum (1.5\u20132 hours), walk to the JFK Memorial (15 minutes), and end at Pioneer Plaza (20 minutes) to see the cattle drive sculptures.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Tips for Your Visit<\/span><\/h2>\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Best time to visit<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Early morning (7\u20139 AM) offers soft light for photography and fewer crowds. Late afternoon (4\u20135 PM) is also pleasant.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Wear comfortable shoes<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 The plaza involves walking on pavement, grass, and some steps. You will likely cover 0.5\u20131 mile.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Bring water<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 There are no drinking fountains directly in the plaza. Carry a bottle, especially in summer (June\u2013September).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Sun protection<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 The plaza has limited shade. Hats, sunscreen, and sunglasses are essential in warmer months.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Respect the site<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Dealey Plaza is a place of historical tragedy and remembrance. Please be respectful of other visitors who may be reflecting or mourning.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Download the free guide<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Before you arrive, visit\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dealeyplaza.jfk.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"\">dealeyplaza.jfk.org<\/span><\/a><span class=\"\">\u00a0on your phone and save it for offline use. Cell service in downtown Dallas is generally good, but Wi-Fi is not available in the plaza.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Restrooms<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Public restrooms are not available within the plaza. The nearest facilities are at the Sixth Floor Museum (during open hours) or at nearby restaurants and hotels.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Combine with the museum<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 The Sixth Floor Museum provides essential context for understanding what happened on November 22, 1963. Book tickets online in advance to guarantee entry\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Plan 45\u201360 minutes for the plaza alone<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 A self-guided walk of the key sites (grassy knoll, white X, reflecting pools, Depository exterior) takes about 45 minutes. Add 1.5\u20132 hours if visiting the museum.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Check for special events<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Occasionally, the plaza is used for memorial ceremonies or public gatherings. The Sixth Floor Museum\u2019s website lists any closures or altered access.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Educational Resources for Teachers &amp; Families<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The Sixth Floor Museum offers robust education programs connecting the past to the present for students, teachers, and families\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">. Resources include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">On-site tours and programs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Virtual classroom experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Downloadable activity sheets (including the scavenger hunt and monument-building activities)\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Teachers can contact the museum\u2019s education department for group visit planning and curriculum materials.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Accessibility<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Dealey Plaza is wheelchair accessible\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Paved paths connect the main areas of the plaza.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The white &#8220;X&#8221; on Elm Street is accessible from the sidewalk.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">Accessible parking spaces are available in nearby garages and street parking.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">The free interactive digital guide is designed for use on mobile devices and includes written content accessible with screen readers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Note:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0The Grassy Knoll is a grass slope that may be difficult for manual wheelchairs. There is a paved path along Elm Street that provides a similar view.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"\">Stay Connected:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><span class=\"\">While Dealey Plaza itself does not have standalone social media accounts, you can follow\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"\">The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0for historical content, event announcements, and educational resources.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">YouTube:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/sixthfloormuseum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"\">The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza<\/span><\/a><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Oral histories, lectures, and virtual tours<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Facebook:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sixthfloormuseum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"\">The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza<\/span><\/a><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Daily posts, anniversary commemorations, and archival photos<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">X (Twitter):<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/JFKMuseum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"\">@JFKMusuem<\/span><\/a><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Historical facts, museum updates, and event reminders<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Instagram:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sixthfloormuseum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"\">@sixthfloormuseum<\/span><\/a><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u2013 Powerful imagery from the collection and the plaza<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"\">Free Interactive Guide:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dealeyplaza.jfk.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"\">dealeyplaza.jfk.org<\/span><\/a><span class=\"\">\u00a0(English and Spanish)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>JFK Assassination Site &#8211; Dealey Plaza &#8211; Dallas Texas:<br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EDfFkO0uZ8U?si=i1MyvbB-ZwRJLdl8&amp;controls=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The site includes the former Texas School Book Depository and Dealey Plaza, two of the sights forever associated with the assassination of John F. Kennedy.<\/p>\n<p>If you have any experience with this place, please share it with us in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dealey Plaza #9 of 100 things to do in Dallas Dealey Plaza, in the historic West End district of downtown Dallas, Texas, is the&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":360,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":1,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[37],"class_list":["post-358","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-sights-landmarks-in-dallas","tag-dealey-plaza"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t<!-- All in One SEO 4.9.10 - aioseo.com -->\n\t<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Things To Do in Dallas This Weekend: Visit Dealey Plaza. Discover the Top Places of interest in Dallas. JFK site, free walking tour. 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