Dealey Plaza
About
City park & National Historic Landmark where President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in 1963.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 6,411 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking. And if it does not suit, 19 more parks in Dallas are listed further down this page.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in Dallas.
What works
Consistently well reviewed
4.6 stars held across 6,411 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
6,411 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (6:00 AM – 11:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Worth knowing first
Popular enough to be busy
6,411 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
Planning a visit
General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.
A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.
When to go
Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
What to bring
- Water
- A blanket or folding chair
- Sunscreen on clear days
- Leash and waste bags
Hours
- Monday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Amenities
Common questions about Dealey Plaza
What is Dealey Plaza?
City park & National Historic Landmark where President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in 1963. It is a park in Dallas, TX, at 400 Main St.
What are the opening hours at Dealey Plaza?
Dealey Plaza is open 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM every day of the week.
Are dogs allowed at Dealey Plaza?
Yes — Dealey Plaza is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at Dealey Plaza?
Parking options here include a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.
Is Dealey Plaza good for kids?
Yes — Dealey Plaza is flagged as family-friendly.
How is Dealey Plaza rated?
Dealey Plaza holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,411 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
Dallas has 19 other parks listed on AllParx, including Cedar Ridge Preserve, Epic Central Park and River Legacy Parks.
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