Public Christmas Lights Tour
Guests ride aboard a climate-controlled, heated bus with panoramic windows to view holiday displays across Highland Park and University Park. The route showcases decorated landmarks and streets, including Highland Park Village, Beverly Drive, Armstrong Parkway, and the Santa House on Southwestern. Along the journey, the bus makes stops where passengers can step out to take photos while enjoying complimentary hot chocolate or soft drinks and a sweet treat.
What to Expect
Heated bus tour of Park Cities holiday lights with sweet treats
Event Details
Duration
About an hour and a half.
Ages
Children (12 or younger) $32, Adults $40
Neighborhood
Park Cities
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Dallas by Chocolate Tours
Food & Drink
The tour includes complimentary hot chocolate or a soft drink and a festive sweet treat; guests may also bring their own beverages.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Couples, families, and small groups who enjoy holiday lights
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $40.00-$50.00. – Get tickets
- Hours: 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM.
- Parking: The pickup and drop-off location is the Lincoln Park Shopping Center parking lot in front of the stores.
Tips & Advice
- Book before Nov. 1 to get the 20% early-bird discount on the public Christmas lights tour.
- Arrive at least 10 minutes before your departure so you have time to check in at the Lincoln Park Shopping Center lot.
- Bring your own drinks if you want something stronger than the included hot chocolate or soft drink, since the tour is BYOB.
- Make an evening of it with dinner or cocktails at the restaurants and bars around Lincoln Park Shopping Center before or after the tour.
- Pick your date and departure time when you book, and you'll get an instant confirmation as soon as your admission is purchased.
Special Events & Promotions
- Early-bird deal: book by Nov. 1 for 20% off the public tour.
- A private Christmas lights tour and a Progressive Dinner that ends with a drive through the Park Cities lights are sold separately.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What refreshments are included?
Every ticket includes a hot chocolate or soft drink and a festive sweet treat. If you want something stronger, the tour is BYOB.
Do we get off the bus?
Yes. The bus makes a couple of stops so you can step out, take pictures and take in the lights up close.
How long does the tour take?
About an hour and a half. Arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in.
Will we be warm on the bus?
Yes. It's a heated, climate-controlled bus with panoramic windows looking out on the Highland Park and University Park displays.
Who is the public tour for?
It works for individuals, couples, small groups, friends and families who want to see the Park Cities lights without booking a private tour.
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