Park · Dallas, TX

George W. Bush Presidential Center

About

Museum housing the archives of the George W. Bush presidency, 43,000 gifts & a replica Oval Office.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 1,338 Google reviews.

Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot 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 1,338 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.

  • A genuine local landmark

    1,338 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.

  • Open every day

    No closed days on the schedule, though the hours shift through the week.

  • Works with kids

    Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

  • Restrooms on site

    The difference between an hour here and a whole afternoon, especially with a group.

Worth knowing first

  • Popular enough to be busy

    1,338 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.

What to bring

  • Water
  • A blanket or folding chair
  • Sunscreen on clear days

Hours

  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

Amenities

Family Friendly
Restrooms
Parking Available

Common questions about George W. Bush Presidential Center

What is George W. Bush Presidential Center?

Museum housing the archives of the George W. Bush presidency, 43,000 gifts & a replica Oval Office. It is a park in Dallas, TX, at 2943 SMU Boulevard.

What are the opening hours at George W. Bush Presidential Center?

Hours vary by day: Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM.

Are there restrooms at George W. Bush Presidential Center?

Yes, restrooms are available at George W. Bush Presidential Center.

Is there parking at George W. Bush Presidential Center?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and metered street parking.

Is George W. Bush Presidential Center good for kids?

Yes — George W. Bush Presidential Center is flagged as family-friendly.

How is George W. Bush Presidential Center rated?

George W. Bush Presidential Center holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,338 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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