BusBank operates bus tours across the U.S., including Dallas. In addition to a line of shuttle buses, BusBank also rents double decker buses in the European style for large groups. These groups can use the double decker bus to plan their own sightseeing route around the "Big D". BusBank's drivers are familiar with all of the city's hot spots, and can help plan a double decker tour of the city. Popular destinations for tourists include the Cotton Bowl, the Dallas Zoo and the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. Since passengers basically create this tour themselves, they must choose their own destinations, although the driver/guide will make recommendations.
The BusBank
200 W. Adams Street
Suite 1100
Chicago, IL 60606
866-428-7226
TheBusBank.com
Black Tie Limousine of Texas, based in Dallas, operates 365 days a year and specializes in luxury vehicles. Black Tie rents an extensive line of limousines, party buses and corporate vans. It also offers a 45 foot long, 80 passenger, Euro Double Decker bus, which groups can rent for private sightseeing tours. Black Tie Limousine's drivers have extensive experience navigating Dallas' streets, and can point out key tourist destinations along the route. Passengers are responsible for selecting the destinations they want to see.
Black Tie Limousine of Texas
3825 Ross Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75204
214-586-1630
dallasfortworthlimos.com
Although there are no companies that offer double decker bus tours in the city, the Dallas Historical Society does offer traditional bus tours. Guided tours run most Saturdays and some holidays throughout the year and usually follow a theme, for example, "Retracing the Steps of Lee Harvey Oswald," "Running With Bonnie and Clyde" or "Exploring South and East Dallas." Guests must reserve a spot on this tour in advance, and all tours are subject to cancellation.
Dallas Historical Society
3939 Grand Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75315-0038
214-421-4500
dallashistory.org
Although the city of Dallas does not operate any double decker buses, it does provide a large public transportation system, known as Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), which connects residents and tourists alike with locations across the city.
Dallas Area Rapid Transit
1401 Pacific Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75202
214-749-3333
DART.org
