Step aboard “Titanic: The Exhibition,” a true-to-life recreation of one of the most popular ships in history—and learn plenty of new things along the way.

None of us were alive during the maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic. Of course, that voyage also turned out to be the last one for the ship, which struck an iceberg as it headed from Southampton, England, to New York City. The ship sank on the morning of April 15, 1912, with approximately 1,500 people (out of 2,224 passengers and crew) dying during the disaster. While RMS Titanic’s voyage ultimately ended in tragedy, before the ship struck the iceberg, it was one of the grandest marine vessels the world had ever seen. That’s the idea behind “Titanic: The Exhibition,” from Imagine Exhibitions in partnership with Fever and Westfield.

“Titanic: The Exhibition” has visited Los Angeles and Chicago and is now docked in Dallas. It’s the closest experience to what life was actually like aboard the ship.

What you’ll find at “Titanic: The Exhibition”

As you approach the exhibition, you’ll immediately notice that “Titanic: The Exhibition” goes all out with its recreation of both the ship’s exterior and the interior chambers.

You’ll stand at several classic locations that are true to history. Step onto the ship from the dock where the Titanic first sailed. Stroll the galleries and boiler room or indulge in a bit of shuffleboard. Peek into the millionaire’s suite as you traverse the First-Class cabins, then head to the promenade deck to enjoy a gorgeous night sky full of stars. A benefit of this experience is that it is indoors, which means the weather will always be just right!

Alas, the Grand Staircase doesn’t include any Leonardo DiCaprios, but it’s still a marvel to behold.

That’s not to say the 1997 film “Titanic” is absent from the experience. You’ll get to take in authentic props and costumes from the movie. They’re part of the over 300 artifacts that line the exhibit.

As you enter, you’ll transform into a real passenger—metaphorically, nothing like “The Fly” is going on here—receiving their boarding pass and learning how their story on the ship unfolded. You’ll see recovered items and authentic White Star Line objects, from tea sets to lockets to documents. It’s not just “Titanic” featured here; items from her sister ships are included, too.

Continue through the exhibit to move from pre-iceberg to after the ship had sunk. Since you probably won’t partake in any deep-sea dives to explore the ship’s wreckage, “Titanic: The Exhibition” also offers a look into that experience. You’ll navigate a “sea” floor littered with sand and artifacts that were found among the ship’s remains. A virtual reality companion feature dives into more information about Titanic’s recovery.

There’s also plenty of education throughout that will satisfy Titanic rabbit hole adventurers and newbies alike. Thankfully, one part of realism that didn’t transfer over is the constant rocking of the ship amid the ocean’s waves. “Titanic: The Exhibition” offers a much calmer experience that’s fit for all ages and nautical enthusiasm levels.

Dallas gets a special treat with this version of the exhibition: VIP guided tours. In addition to a personalized tour experience with a dedicated guide, VIP guests will take home a themed tote bag with their historic passenger’s story and a commemorative photo.

“Titanic: The Exhibition” location, price, duration, and more

Interested in attending “Titanic: The Exhibition?” Here’s a quick overview of key information:

• Dates: “Titanic: The Exhibition” is open through September 1, 2025
• Location: Pepper Square, 14902 Preston Rd #386: Dallas, TX 75254
• Ticket prices: Start at $29.50, with an audio guide and virtual reality add-ons. Children under 4 enter for free; there are also school visits (10+ people) and group packages available (14+ people). Purchase tickets on the Fever website or the Fever app.
• Duration: About one hour

5 more Dallas exhibits to check out

“Titanic: The Exhibition” isn’t the only cool experience happening in town. From iridescent interactive experiences to a hotel for local artists, check out these other five Dallas exhibits.

Glow Lab

2201 N Field St, Dallas, TX 75201

There’s an exceptionally colorful exhibit taking over a portion of the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. Glow Lab is an excellent choice for anyone who enjoys getting lost in a sea of curiosity and whimsy.

The lab is filled with modular inflatable units that are illuminated in an array of bright colors and just begging to be played with. Make some new friends and see what kind of experiments you can create together.

Not Visible to the Naked Eye: Inside a Senufo Helmet Mask

1717 North Harwood St, Dallas, TX 75201

The Dallas Museum of Art is home to several limited-time offerings, and “Not Visible to the Naked Eye: Inside a Senufo Helmet Mask” is perhaps the most intriguing. In tandem with UT Southwestern Medical Center, the museum’s Conservation and Arts of Africa departments present CT scans of a Senufo helmet mask from the museum’s collection.

These masks are typically worn during initiations, funerals, harvest celebrations, and other significant events. The visible portion of the mask is extravagant, with imported glassware, cowrie shells, and female figures adorning the top. However, the CT scans reveal even more hidden beneath the surface of the mask and the attached animal horns. It’s a terrific way to learn more about a particular culture, and it feels like discovering something new with all the unseen features.

Otobong Nkanga: Each Seed a Body

2001 Flora St, Dallas, TX 75201

The latest exhibition at the Nasher Sculpture Center, Otobong Nkanga: Each Seed a Body, finds the artist exploring how humans interact with the Earth. One of Nkanga’s most famous works, Carved to Flow, featured bars of soap collected from Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East. The soaps were then processed in public workshop sessions in Greece before being displayed and sold in Germany.

That exhibit is on display at the Nasher galleries, with Nkanga adding new works to her collection that are specific to Dallas. She’s also partnering with North Texas artisans to continue highlighting the value of the land around us.

Rainbow Vomit

3609 Parry Ave, Dallas, TX 75248 

Luckily, Rainbow Vomit doesn’t involve any actual bodily functions. But you will get plenty of colors and sensory overload as you wander around this comic book come to life. 

Seven rooms and over 20 photo locations spanning 2,600 square feet mean you won’t be hurting for an eye-catching picture. Plus, among the goodies like thousands of LEDs and balloons and 300 pounds of cotton, there’s a life-sized unicorn in the mix. That’s pretty magical.

Sweet Tooth Hotel

1511 Elm St, #100, Dallas, TX 75201

If you’re picturing booking a room at a hotel where you’re constantly pumped full of treats, you might be disappointed by Sweet Tooth Hotel. Instead, this exhibit is an interactive art museum featuring immersive storytelling behind each door of the “hotel.”

Sweet Tooth Hotel showcases a diverse range of local and national artists, blending styles such as fiber art and mesmerizing digital works. All your senses will be working here—the art engages sight, sound, smell, and touch, while the cocktail bar ensures your Sweet Tooth Hotel leaves you with a nice taste in your mouth.