Discover Dallas: Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
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Discover Dallas through an exciting self-guided walking adventure that showcases the city’s iconic landmarks and rich history. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you on a journey through downtown Dallas, using engaging phone riddles to guide you from one historic site to the next. No guides, no fixed schedule—you set your own pace and start whenever you’re ready.
Stroll past the impressive bronze cattle drive at Pioneer Plaza, marvel at the historic Old Red Courthouse, and reflect at the famous Dealey Plaza, a designated National Historic Landmark. Along the way, you'll uncover stories, legends, and hidden details that bring Dallas’s vibrant past to life.
Available in 24 languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian, this tour makes exploring Dallas accessible and fun for everyone. Whether you're traveling solo or with a group, this experience offers total flexibility, interactive challenges, and a chance to learn while you walk.
In just about two hours, you'll enjoy a memorable, educational adventure—perfect for all ages and fitness levels—while earning bragging rights for completing Dallas’s most engaging self-guided tour.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Dallas Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt last?
The tour takes approximately 2 hours, but you can go at your own pace since it's self-guided.
What languages are available for this tour?
The tour is available in 24 languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and many more. You can select your preferred language when starting the game in the app.
Is this tour suitable for all ages and fitness levels?
Yes, the tour is designed to be accessible for all physical fitness levels and is suitable for children aged 0-9 and adults up to 90.
Do I need a guide or join a group?
No guides are involved. This is a completely self-guided experience, so you can start anytime and walk at your own pace.
Are there any additional costs or entrance fees?
No, all puzzles relate to public areas of the sights, and no entrance fees are required for this tour.
What do I need to participate?
Just download the free Explorial app on your iOS or Android device, and you'll receive a game code after booking to start your adventure.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start time for a full refund.
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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
Norwegian, German, Hindi, Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, CMN, Greek, YUE, English, Italian, French, HU, Spanish, CS, UK, Japanese, Chinese, Polish, Danish, RO, Dutch, Turkish
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Free download of the Explorial App from your app store (iOS or Android required)
- Points and scoring system: compete with your group and aim for the city’s high score
- Live location tracking within the map, showing marked landmarks
- Learn about Dallas’s stories, history, and legends
- Complete flexibility: start anytime, walk at your own pace, take breaks as needed
- Self-guided tour with interactive riddles, trivia, and photo challenges
Not included
- Live guide: this is a fully self-guided experience; no guide will meet you
- Entrance fees: not required, as all puzzles are set in public areas
- This is not an audio tour; it’s a sightseeing, gaming, and educational experience
Itinerary
A self-guided walking tour exploring Dallas’s historic landmarks and stories.
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Pioneer Plaza Bronze Cattle Drive
Walk among the impressive longhorns of the famous bronze cattle drive, a symbol of Texas cattle ranching history.
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Old Red Courthouse
Admire the historic Romanesque-style courthouse, a key piece of Dallas’s architectural and legal history.
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Dealey Plaza
Reflect at this iconic National Historic Landmark, known for its connection to the JFK assassination and Dallas’s pivotal moments.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the designated starting point in downtown Dallas.
Book your Explorial tour today. You can start whenever you want. After booking, you'll receive your game code via text message and Viator message. Download the free Explorial app, head to the meeting point, and enter your 6-digit game code to begin your adventure.
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Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start time for a full refund.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours of the start time
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
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