Start your trip of Dallas with a visit to the Dallas World Aquarium. This indoor aquarium is home to a variety of marine and wildlife, including giant river otters, poison dart frogs, and penguins. Visitors will also have a chance to see sloths, crocodiles, and several species of birds. Make sure you don't miss the tunnel exhibit, where you can see sharks, rays, and sea turtles swimming overhead.
Dedicated to the life, death, and legacy of President John F. Kennedy, this museum is located on the sixth floor of the Dallas County Administration Building. Visitors will see exhibits that cover the life of President Kennedy, as well as the events leading up to his assassination on November 22, 1963. Don't forget to check out the famous grassy knoll and the white X's marking the spots where the fatal shots were fired.
Spend the day exploring the AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys. A guided tour will take you through the stadium, including the locker rooms, field, and cheerleader locker room. Visitors can also check out the Cowboys' Hall of Fame, on-site art collection, and the largest HD video board in the world. It's a perfect tour for sports enthusiasts and football lovers.
Pioneer Plaza is the perfect place to round out your trip in Dallas. This park is home to a large bronze statue called "The Cattle Drive" which features 49 longhorn steers and three cowboys moving through a shallow waterway. Visitors can walk around the park, take pictures with the statues, and enjoy the surrounding nature.
If you have more time in Dallas, consider adding a trip to the Southfork Ranch, where the famous TV show Dallas was filmed. Or, visit the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden where you can see gorgeous flowers and plants. If you have less time, consider skipping the Pioneer Plaza and heading to the Dallas Museum of Art or visiting the Reunion Tower Observation Deck to see a panoramic view of the city.