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The Real Unreal - Meow Wolf

4.1 (312 reviews)
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Blessing B.

My boyfriend and I came here recently. The staff are upbeat and added to the pleasant experience. We split churros and I had the huckleberry soda which was delicious. I appreciate how eccentric and the abstract themes throughout the experience. The garden and the house were some of my favorite parts of Meow Wolf. Meow Wolf manages to have bright colors while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere. We had a good time and I would definitely go again.

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Tharin W.

Once again, Meow Wolf made an incredible spot to visit. This was my third Meow Wolf experience center (also visited Denver and Las Vegas) and I still think they are a 10/10. The creativity and imagination are SO GOOD and we love how helpful the staff are. This is perfect for those looking to explore, someone who loves a hidden room or a mystery book. The experience combines a ghost story, artwork, music, exploration and so much more. I noticed way more kids at this location than I did at the Vegas or Denver spot, and perhaps it was just timing, but I did feel it wasn't scary for kids. Being in the Grapevine Mall also probably caused more families to visit. It wasn't a negative to our experience, just something to note for other families who are interested.

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Helene S.

What happens when you put a lot of creative minds together, then they drop slips of paper in a hat and draw two? Meow Wolf! Founded in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Meow Wolf is a very surreal artistic adventure. In Dallas/Grapevine, Meow Wolf The Real Unreal is a house gone a bit crazy. After entering the front yard, you can experience an outer worldly immersive adventure that is hard to describe, but fun to photograph. Love the colors. So much to see. My favorite rooms were the camper/RV and the Neon Glowquarium. Although I couldn't follow the story, if there actually was one, it was nice to go from room to room in the two story mid century modern home looking for Jared. I never found him, but it was still fun. Bought a Portal Pass Supreme in Las Vegas. This gives access to all the Meow Wolf locations. Houston. Grapevine. Santa Fe. Denver. Las Vegas. As well as future locations in Los Angeles with no blackout dates. Three locations explored. More to come.

Keilah H.

I took a friend here for his birthday and it was a unique experience.. it was both of our first times visiting any of the meow wolfs.. I liked some of the art and cool hidden rooms but for the weekend price point ($50 a person) and for how crowded it was, it was hard to truly enjoy anything without feeling cramped. Maybe people like it for the hidden bar and maybe they have yearly passes or something? I'm not sure but I personally found it a little underwhelming and over hyped.

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Marissa G.

My family and I decided to visit Meow Wolf when in the area. We bought our tickets online in advance. We parked and walked in. This experience was labeled as The Real Unreal. After waiting in line at the check-in and going through a metal detector we were directed to a waiting room where a friendly employee explained that there was a mysterious story that you could try to figure out or you could just explore. Then they led us into the room to start exploring at our own pace. It was a really cool experience and full of creatively fun art. It was definitely an out of this world experience. After spending a few hours exploring we briefly visited the souvenir shop. We didn't get anything but they do have a variety of things to purchase. Overall The Real Unreal Meow Wolf is worth a visit if you like hands on experiences with a mysterious story that you can try to figure out while enjoying the creative art work.

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Glen N.

I am quite sure you will have a five-star experience if you have not already been to the Santa Fe flagship one. But, if you have, this is like Weezer covering Africa. Totally underwhelming, unnecessary, and nothing new. Still, we spent 90 minutes, and, to be fair, we wondered if Meow Wolf is like heroin, and fans try to get that "first hit" feeling that will never come. But, to borrow from my Santa Fe review: Meow Wolf is the love child of a Choose Your Own Adventure Picture Book mixed with a carnival funhouse maze, and is to art what food trucks are to food.

Cindy V.

It's spring break and I told my granddaughter I would take her somewhere special - I chose Meow Wolf. I was a little nervous bringing here to this place, but she REALLY enjoyed it. We didn't do the scavenger hunt, and we basically went through it on our own, but the story is about a boy and his dreams. You walk through the chimney and all of a sudden you're in what feels like a nightmare - but not too spooky. This was done really well. It's creative. Interesting. But having done it once, I don't feel the need to go back. The pictures will tell the story for me.

Melanie M.

Absolutely amazing experience. I was nervous going in, not sure what to expect. The workers were amazing and kind, explaining everything and shepherding us through. The actual experience was insane, I was going through secret passages, seeing insane other worlds, and crawling through Coraline's tube. We got a drink at the bar, it was delicious! I got a coke and asked for cherries in my soda, and they loaded it up! Great bartenders and very nice. The place is AMAZING. if you're on the fence, just go. Just do it. You won't regret it even if it's not your "thing" usually.

What's in your head ?
Allison F.

Love this place!! It's an art exhibit with a storyline. There are things to explore, see, hear, touch, trade and even smell hidden everywhere! To me, it's kind of nod to Stranger Things. You go in, it's a house but it's not a house if you explore further. start opening up doorways, cupboards, drawers, refrigerators and washing machines! Storyline - a boy and his mom move in with his Auntie. Boy disappears. Nuff said. Go see for yourself, prepare to spend around 2 &1/2 - 3 hours exploring. Do not skip opening up doors or going into closets! At first we thought maybe the doors were just for staff or were exits but we were very wrong! There is also an app for your phone to guide you or just wing it!! Remember, press all the buttons and open all the doors! You will love it as well.

Sthefany M.

I genuinely love this place so much I ended up getting the Portal Pass because one visit was NOT enough lol. Every single time I come back I notice something new that I completely missed before. I love that you can go at your own pace. You can solve the story, look for all the little details, or just walk around and admire everything. It's so creative and there's always something to look at. It's also one of those places that makes you forget about everything for a while. Once you're inside, you get so caught up exploring that you kinda forget about the outside world, and I love that. I've been more than once and somehow I still don't get bored. It honestly feels like a different experience every time. If you're thinking about going, DO IT. It's such a fun place, whether you're going with friends, family, or even by yourself. The only bad part? Eventually you have to leave... and go back to reality. Definitely one of my favorite places to go in DFW. I call it my happy place I seriously can't wait to visit the other Meow Wolf locations too. If they're anything like this one, I already know I'm gonna love them.

Steven E.

This was the 3rd Meow Wolf installment I've been to, along with Santa Fe and Vegas. Just as cool as the others. Had a good time exploring and checking out how unreal the real unreal is. Lots of interactive pieces and videos to watch if you want to solve the puzzle, but also fun to just explore. I also added on a cocktail, I believe it was a spicy margarita and it was delicious, bartenders were super nice and made the drink quickly. Def check out this Meow Wolf or others if you're into weird interactive art exhibits.

Jennifer L.

I figured since we were nearby it was a great time for my partner to get to check out a Meow Wolf location. I'd been to the one in Vegas and didn't know what to expect here. First, it's not a total madhouse. Everyone was quite calm and respectful, not running around acting wild. I figured it would be different but was happy to see it's a completely different theme/experience. It was fun to check out but expect to spend an hour, maybe two here. There isn't that much going on and same goes for food/beverages. Nothing very exciting if you ask me and it's not like a cool fun area to eat in either, but normal cafe style. It's in a strip mall so there's plenty of parking and you might find other things around that interest you. I'd still go but wouldn't bother with the 3D glasses.

Elicia N.

Paulina and Gabe at check on were wonderful and so warm. I love meow wolf and have been to Vegas and Sante Fe locations and absolutely love it! Ive seen Santa Fe, Vegas, and now TX and each is mesmerizing. Not too mention it was fabulous seeing it through my friends eyes for the first time!

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I went twice and it was so fun! The different rooms are so cool. The staff is very kind and fun. The merch was cool.

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Ask the Community - The Real Unreal - Meow Wolf

How does Meow Wolf compare to the Museum of Illusions?

I've only been to the MOI in Austin but I would imagine that its similar to the one in Dallas. Both museums are not exactly comparable. Meow Wolf is more wild and MOI is about optical illusions. I believe Meow Wolf is more expensive, but its also… 

Thinking of taking my 7 year olds. They aren't too young, right?

Nope. There were plenty of other kids there. Running into a fake fire place or through a fridge portal should be right up a 7 year old's alley.

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