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Southfork Ranch
Experience the history, culture, and legendary sights that make Dallas unforgettable.
Southfork Ranch and Dallas/JFK Highlights
From Dallas history to television fame—discover two sides of Texas in one memorable experience.
$135 / per person
- Dallas/JFK sightseeing
- Southfork Ranch
- Round-trip transportation
- Small-group experience
Explore the landmarks and stories of downtown Dallas, then step into the world of the Ewing family at Southfork Ranch. This combination tour brings together presidential history, Western heritage, and the glamour of the television series Dallas.
Discover Dallas & JFK History
Begin in the heart of downtown Dallas with a guided introduction to the city’s history and character. Visit Dealey Plaza, the site of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, and see the Grassy Knoll as your guide explains the significance of these historic locations.
Continue to Pioneer Plaza, where larger-than-life bronze longhorns and cowboys celebrate Texas’s cattle-drive heritage. Hear stories of Dallas’s Western roots, enjoy photo opportunities, and discover more downtown highlights before traveling to Southfork Ranch.
Step Into the World of the Ewings
For fans of Dallas, Southfork Ranch offers a chance to experience a setting that became part of television history. For first-time visitors, its grounds and famous white mansion offer a distinctive Texas outing.
Begin at the Visitors Center, where you can browse the Ranch Round-Up Store for Dallas collectibles and souvenirs. Then enjoy a guided tram ride to the Ewing Mansion, learning about the property’s history along the way. Keep an eye out for Texas Longhorns and American Quarter Horses as you travel through the ranch.
Explore the Ewing Mansion
Step inside the famous white mansion and hear stories about filming at Southfork and the characters who made Dallas unforgettable. See J.R. Ewing’s bedroom and discover details that bring the Ewing family’s television world to life.
Whether you watched every episode or are discovering the show for the first time, the mansion offers a memorable connection to the drama and personalities that made Southfork famous.
Enjoy Time Around the Ranch
After the mansion tour, take time to stroll around the grounds, capture photographs, and enjoy the ranch atmosphere.
Visit Lincolns and Longhorns to see Jock Ewing’s original 1978 Lincoln Continental, and browse Dallas-inspired clothing and accessories before your return journey.
Tour Highlights
- Guided downtown Dallas and JFK sightseeing
- Dealey Plaza and the Grassy Knoll
- Pioneer Plaza bronze cattle-drive sculptures
- Southfork Ranch and the Ewing Mansion
- Guided tram ride from the Visitors Center to the mansion
- J.R. Ewing’s bedroom
- Ranch Round-Up Store
- Jock Ewing’s original 1978 Lincoln Continental
- Time to stroll around the ranch
- Several stops for photo opportunities
- Round-trip transportation
- Small-group experience
Each tour includes several stops for photo opportunities, giving you time to capture memorable moments along the way.
Discover the history behind Dallas and the television stories that helped make its name famous around the world.
Pick-up locationJFK Memorial646 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Southfork Ranch Tour?
Your experience begins with a 75-minute Dallas and JFK highlights tour, including downtown Dallas, Pioneer Plaza’s bronze cattle sculptures, Dealey Plaza, and the Grassy Knoll. This portion provides a brief overview of the JFK assassination history rather than the full JFK tour.
We then travel to Southfork Ranch, the legendary setting of the television series Dallas. Enjoy a guided tour of the Ewing Mansion, learn about the ranch and the show, and have time to explore, take photographs, and visit the Ranch Round-Up Store. Highlights include J.R. Ewing’s bedroom and Jock Ewing’s original 1978 Lincoln Continental.
Round-trip transportation is included. The ranch portion follows Southfork’s current tour offerings and availability.
What happens if Southfork Ranch is closed on my scheduled date?
Southfork Ranch independently controls its operating schedule. If we are notified of a closure affecting your reservation, we will contact you and provide available options, which may include moving your reservation to another available date or cancellation/refund options.
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