Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District
Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District
4.5
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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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.
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digitalroc
Calgary, Canada1,816 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
This is a great area to explore when in Dallas. From the Dealy Plaza itself, to the Sixth Floor Museum, to the multiple historic buildings in the area, you cannot go wrong spending a half day here.
Written 26 November 2023
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Learncpr5202
Tillsonburg, Canada306 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
This is a must see if you are visiting the Dallas area. The history of this location is extremely deep. There are multiple locations to visit and absorb what took place here. The only negative thing I have to say is how the worn down and beat up X in the middle of the road indicating the area where JFK was assassinated seems to be unceremoniously placed. it just seems like someone went out with that paint brush and put an X in the road. I’m not sure how you could make that better, but that’s just the way it appears to me.
Written 13 October 2023
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amyw2012
Birmingham, AL1,834 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
It is a place where you can see where an historic event happened and reflect The areas are well marked so you can make your own guesses.it is free to just walk around the areas. We skipped the actual museum part. Right before we went, we watched a show on it so we would refreshed on the information.
Written 10 July 2023
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Bill K
Cleveland, OH322 contributions
Jun 2023
This historic site was interesting to explore. It is where JFK's assassination took place and has markers indicating key elements of the day.
Written 23 June 2023
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Maxar
Vancouver, Canada181 contributions
Jun 2023 • Business
Very interesting. Understand the controversy of it. No definitive answer as to what really happened. Multiple explanations are offered when you see it in person.
Written 20 June 2023
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WVParkfan
Morgantown, WV1,921 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
Visited on a Tuesday, and unfortunately the Museum wasn’t open. But that didn’t stop me from exploring. A nice security guard noticed that I was hoping to get in the Museum and showed me a WR code for a free audio walking tour.
It was emotional and very real with cars just driving by. They have markers where you can literally stand behind the fence in the Grassy Knoll. You can stand where Mr. Zapruder shot the famous film. You can look up at the (marked) window in the Texas School Book Depository from where Lee Harvey Oswald shot JFK. And there is a painted white X in the middle of the road where he was shot.
I would have paid for the museum tour if it was open. But you can really get the gist of the entire event for free by just walking around on your own.
It was emotional and very real with cars just driving by. They have markers where you can literally stand behind the fence in the Grassy Knoll. You can stand where Mr. Zapruder shot the famous film. You can look up at the (marked) window in the Texas School Book Depository from where Lee Harvey Oswald shot JFK. And there is a painted white X in the middle of the road where he was shot.
I would have paid for the museum tour if it was open. But you can really get the gist of the entire event for free by just walking around on your own.
Written 23 May 2023
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hbhakh
Roanoke, VA2,144 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
We walked through the Plaza after touring the 6th Floor Museum. It's nicely laid out but there are several heavily trafficked roads adjacent.
Written 2 May 2023
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james p
Rolling Meadows, IL21 contributions
Oct 2022
well, its like going back in history, from the grassy knoll, to the xxx's on the pavement where jfk was shot, just below the museum, so after museum visit, you can walk around where it actually happened
Written 16 March 2023
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Kathi M
Canyon Lake, TX8 contributions
Feb 2023
Very interesting to see where JFK was shot and where Oswald was in the book depository etc. Worth a stop for every American
Written 23 February 2023
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writealready
Redondo Beach, CA98 contributions
Jan 2023
Along with the Sixth-Floor Museum, the grassy knoll and all are important historical sites. Fortunately for visitors, there wasn't a lot of traffic on New Year's Day, so folks could stand out on the middle of the road where the X marks the place where JFK was killed.
Written 14 January 2023
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RPDinner
London, UK146 contributions
We are looking to find some good quality "soul food" in Dallas after visiting Dealy Plaza; any recommendations would be greatly appreciated ;)
PeachBelle8288
Atlanta, GA47,313 contributions
I would post on the Dallas forum and one of the locals should be able to help.
RPDinner
London, UK146 contributions
We have a one night stayover in Dallas so will only be there in evening & night hours. Is it possible (not ideal of course) to visit Dealy Plaza at night ??
Sean R
Albuquerque, NM279 contributions
You could certainly walk the plaza in the evening as it is an open public area, you just couldn't visit the excellent museum at the book depository.
snyder2177
Ohio City, OH4 contributions
Is the grassy knoll, book depository and museum within a walkable distance, for a self tour?
Joel M
Buda, TX1,923 contributions
At most a couple of blocks.
lhargis
Marion, IL1 contribution
We unfortunately have ran out of time to do the tour or the museum but we would like to come down and see the spot where JFK was shot. Is there a fee to do this?
Steph
Illinois38 contributions
The plaza itself is free to walk around. Same with the monument built in remembrance of JFK. The 6th floor library museum has a fee but you can find a groupon or living social for it. everything is in walking distance to each other as well. Hope you get a chance to go!
Andy K
Marshall, MI13 contributions
I want to know its hours of operation December 30th, 31st and January 1st. Where is the NPS/NHHS station?
Trudymacey
Malvern Wells, UK66 contributions
Dealey Plaza is a road so is always open, the Museum/book
depositary will have its opening hours on their website....hours probably differ through Summer/Winter.
mgss4
Morganville, NJ8 contributions
I need a hotel in this area
Reba P
Austin, TX81 contributions
I haven't stayed in the downtown in some time, however, my choice would be the Aloft. I've stayed at the Aloft in another area of Dallas and was very pleased. Nice amenities, pet friendly, and I see that there is one only 10 minute walk from the Plaza area. Downtown is very quiet on the weekends, but that can also be a plus! Enjoy your travels!
Steve O
Phoenix, AZ9 contributions
Is there a restaurant or café onsite
ChubbaHill
Huntington, NY497 contributions
Nothing in the Plaza itself other than a gift shop where snacks, water and the like can be purchased.
There are numerous places to eat within a 5 or so minute walk.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District:
- JFK Assassination and Museum Tour with Lee Harvey Oswald Rooming House (From ₱4,261.02)
- One-Hour John F Kennedy Assassination Walking Tour (From ₱1,606.47)
- Private JFK Bus Tour with Oswald Rooming House (From ₱47,086.20)
- JFK Assassination Tour with JFK Museum and Oswald's Rooming House (From ₱4,261.02)
- Small-Group Dallas City Highlights Tour by Minivan (From ₱1,590.41)
- Hotels near Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District:
- (0.18 km) Holiday Inn Express Dallas Downtown
- (0.23 km) Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Downtown/Reunion District
- (0.34 km) Hyatt Regency Dallas
- (0.51 km) Omni Dallas Hotel
- (0.76 km) The Adolphus, Autograph Collection
- Restaurants near Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District:
- (0.21 km) Cindi's NY Deli & Restaurant
- (0.16 km) Record Grill
- (0.14 km) The Sixth Floor Museum Cafe
- (0.13 km) Subway
- (0.20 km) Chimalma Taco Bar
- Attractions near Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District:
- (0.04 km) JFK Custom Tours
- (0.05 km) Dallas Super Tours
- (0.05 km) Old Red Museum
- (0.13 km) ExperienceFirst
- (0.11 km) The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza