The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is a natural history and science museum located at 2201 North Field Street in the Victory Park district of Dallas, Texas. This guide provides practical information regarding opening hours, ticket prices, transport options, accessibility, and visitor logistics for planning a trip.
If visiting several other Dallas attractions, you can make substantial savings with the Dallas CityPass.
This guide was last updated in February 2026 to reflect the current timed-entry reservation system and the 2026 price adjustment for non-member general admission.
Quick facts for your visit
| Category | Information |
| Opening hours | Mon, Wed–Sat: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Sun: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Closed Tuesdays. |
| Ticket prices | Adults: $27.00; Youth: $17.00 |
| Address | 2201 N. Field Street, Dallas, TX 75201 |
| Nearest transport | DART Rail (Victory Station or Akard Station) |
| Visit duration | 3 to 4 hours |
Perot Museum opening hours
The Perot Museum opening hours are 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Monday and from Wednesday to Saturday. On Sundays, the museum opens later at 11:00 am and closes at 5:00 pm. Members are permitted early entry at 9:00 am on Saturdays and 10:00 am on Sundays. The last timed-entry slot is typically scheduled for 3:30 pm. The museum is closed on Tuesdays.
Perot Museum ticket prices
Perot Museum ticket prices for general admission are $27.00 for adults (ages 13–64), $17.00 for youth (ages 2–12). Admission to the 3D theatre requires an additional ticket, typically costing $8.00 per person. Discounts are often available for guests who purchase tickets online in advance rather than at the box office.
Note that these are the prices from 7 March 2026 onwards, when a price increase kicks in. Before then, tickets are $2 cheaper.
The museum is a featured attraction in the Dallas CityPASS. This pass provides discounted entry to the Perot Museum along with other regional sites, including Reunion Tower GeO-Deck, the Dallas Zoo, the George W. Bush Presidential Museum, and the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum.
Opening hours and ticket prices were checked on the official website and last updated in February 2026.
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- 📉 Huge Savings in the Big D: Save up to 50% on admission to Dallas’ premier attractions compared to purchasing individual tickets at the gate.
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How to get to the Perot Museum
The museum is situated at the corner of Woodall Rodgers Freeway and North Field Street. Visitors using public transport should take the DART Rail to Victory Station (Green and Orange lines) or Akard Station (Red, Blue, Green, and Orange lines); both are approximately a ten-minute walk from the entrance. The M-Line Trolley also serves the nearby Uptown area.
5 great Dallas experiences worth booking
- 🤠 Combine the JFK sites and Southfork Ranch on a half day tour.
- 🏛️ Take comprehensive JFK assassination tour – including the Sixth Floor Museum and Lee Harvey Oswald Rooming House.
- 🚴 Cover Downtown Dallas’ attractions and history on an e-bike tour.
- 🌆 See Dallas from above at the Reunion Tower GeO Deck.
- 🌮 Take a food tour with five tastings in the Deep Ellum area.
Parking at the Perot Museum
Parking at the Perot Museum is available in a dedicated car park located under the Woodall Rodgers Freeway at 2000 Broom Street. The parking fee is $5.00 for museum members and $15.00 for non-members, payable on-site. Additional commercial parking lots and metered street spaces are available within a three-block radius of the building.
How long to spend at the Perot Museum
Most visitors spend between 3 and 4 hours exploring the eleven permanent exhibit halls. Families with young children using the Moody Family Children’s Museum should budget the full four hours. Those attending a 3D film or a temporary travelling exhibition should add approximately 60 minutes to their total visit time.
Accessibility at the Perot Museum
The Perot Museum is fully accessible to visitors with mobility impairments. All five floors are serviced by lifts, and the main entrance is equipped with power-assisted doors. Standard manual wheelchairs are available for loan at the Concierge Desk on a first-come, first-served basis. Assistive listening devices and closed captioning are provided for theatre presentations and specific interactive exhibits.
What to see at the Perot Museum
The T. Boone Pickens Life Then and Now Hall occupies the fourth floor and features a significant collection of dinosaur skeletons. The centrepiece is the Alamosaurus, standing alongside other Mesozoic fossils and a display of ancient birds.
The Lyda Hill Gems and Minerals Hall houses a diverse collection of crystals and minerals. It features a large, five-foot-tall amethyst geode that visitors can open and close using a mechanical wheel.
The Being Human Hall explores the biology of the human body through interactive biometrics. Visitors can test their hand-eye coordination, view human tissue samples under microscopes, and participate in a virtual lab focusing on DNA and genetic traits.
The Expanding Universe Hall provides an overview of cosmology and planetary science. The gallery includes high-definition imagery of the solar system and interactive stations that simulate the gravitational pull of different planets.
The Moody Family Children’s Museum, located on the lower level, is designed for children aged five and under. It features a miniature Dallas skyline, a water play station, and an outdoor sand pit for fossil digging.
Practical visitor tips
| Topic | Advice |
| Timing | Arrive during the first entry slot at 10:00 am on weekdays to avoid large school groups. |
| Crowds | Levels peak during summer holidays and weekend afternoons; book timed-entry slots in advance. |
| Layout | Take the glass escalator directly to Level 4 upon arrival and tour the galleries in descending order. |
| Entry | Digital tickets can be scanned directly from a mobile device at the gallery entrance. |
| Logistics | The museum cafe and gift shop are located on Level 1; external food is restricted to the plaza. |
Frequently asked questions about the Perot Museum
| Search Query | Answer |
| Is the Perot Museum suitable for children? | Yes, the museum features multiple interactive halls and a dedicated children’s discovery area. |
| Do you need to book tickets in advance for the Perot Museum? | Yes, the museum operates on a timed-entry system and slots frequently sell out during weekends. |
| Is the Perot Museum open on Sundays? | Yes, it is open from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm every Sunday. |
| Are bags allowed at the Perot Museum? | Small bags are permitted, but large backpacks and luggage must be stored in on-site lockers. |
Things to do near the Perot Museum
The museum’s location is near several other paid attractions:
- Dallas World Aquarium: A ten-minute walk south on North Griffin Street.
- Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza: A major historical site located five minutes away by car or tram.
- Nasher Sculpture Center: An indoor/outdoor art museum located three blocks east.
- Reunion Tower: With an observation deck offering panoramic views, situated a 15-minute walk from the museum.
More Dallas travel
Other Dallas travel articles on Planet Whitley include:
- Five reasons to route your flights via Dallas.
- How to combine a visit to Southfork Ranch with the JFK sites in Dallas.
- Tick off the stars of the Dallas Arts District, including the Dallas Museum of Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center and the Crow Museum of Asian Art.
- Visit the Meadows Museum and the George W Bush Presidential Museum on the Southern Methodist University campus in Dallas.
- See Dallas from above at the Reunion Tower Ge-O Deck.
