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City in Texas, United States
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Fort Worth is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. With a population of approximately 1,020,000, it is Texas' 5th largest city. It is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, which has a population exceeding 6 million. Sometimes referred to as Cowtown, it is by far closer to its cowboy roots than neighboring Dallas. This article also covers North Richland Hills, a neighboring community.
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Texas Christian University
The TCU area is dominated by the campus. Some unique restaurants and boutiques are mixed with standard college fare, but the campus is beautiful and shows up in force (and in Purple) for gamedays
Downtown Fort Worth
Sundance Square is a city park in downtown that plays host to multiple events year round. Night and weekend parking is free and additional security patrols not only keep the area safe, but also can help you find your next destination.
A national historic district, the Stockyards is the iconic background for which Fort Worth is known. The backdrop is all things western from cattle drives and BBQ to country music and belt buckles. No trip to Fort Worth is complete without a quick stop here.
Home to world class museum, the stock show & rodeo as well as numerous restaurants and merchants, this area hosts many of Fort Worth's main attractions. Located across the Trinity River, 2 miles west of downtown, this area could be thought of as uptown. The area is also known as West 7th.
Also called South Main and Magnolia, this is the area where artists and more liberal mindsets are welcome. The area hosts multiple of the cities micro breweries, bars and restaurants. The area is undergoing a renaissance with new building and merchants, but the growth is keeping with the vibe of the current culture.
Camp Bowie, Hulen, Clearfork
While not a single neighborhood, Southwest Fort Worth has a collection of different shopping areas and neighborhood restaurant clusters.
A collection of artwork that ranges from 3000 BC to the mid-1900s. Although the collection is small, it boasts such big names as Matisse, Goya, Mondrian and Picasso, among others. The museum building itself is a highlight of architectural modernism, designed by American architect Louis Kahn.
The museum, located in an imposing, appropriately modern building, houses a large permanent collection and hosts many important traveling exhibitions. The building is designed by Japanese architect Tadao Ando.
Extensive collection of American art and photography featuring many works by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russel.
Museum and association which honors women of the American West who have displayed courage or spirit and who have distinguished themselves while exemplifying the pioneer spirit.
formerly National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame
Highlights the historical influence of non-White cowboys in Texas.
All you could ever want to know about the history of American Airlines. Great for kids, as it includes hands-on, interactive exhibits.
Located in the 1902 Livestock Exchange Building, this museum showcases the history of Fort Worth. Greater stockyards area described in "Do".
Family based hands on science and history museum, boasts traveling exhibits and the Omni-imax theater.
Small museum with astonishing collection of pieces of the sky, well-documented. Touch a piece of Mars!
Art museum with an emphasis on Western art (e.g. works by Frederic Remington, Charles Russell).
A repository of Union and Confederate artifacts and history about the War Between the States.
Tours open to the public of the money creation factory - see pallets of dollar bills created below your feet from a suspended walkway snaking through the facility. One of two in the nation (other in DC). Self-guided tour takes approximately 1 hour. Gift shop on site.
Warbirds on display in a hangar. If wanting to see some for free, you can just visit the outdoor space at the southern end of the Meacham Airport runway.
20 blocks of shops, bars & restaurants, brick-paved sidewalks and historic buildings. Well lit and popular with tourists and locals, Sundance Square is frequently the center for outdoor events such as concerts and art festivals.
A state-of-the-art venue presenting concerts, musicals, and theatrical performances throughout the year.
Just north of the downtown area is the historic Fort Worth Stockyards, where you'll find Texas style nightlife at bars like Billy Bob's plus the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, the Stockyards Museum, John Wayne: An American Experience, The Fort Worth Longhorn Herd, and the Cowtown Cattle Pen Maze. The Stockyards are also home to a weekly rodeo. Held every Friday and Saturday evening, and billed as the "World's First Indoor Rodeo," it attracts competitors from around the country. The Stockyards is also home to Riscky's Barbeque, considered by locals to be the best barbeque in the area. One block away, Coopers Old Time Pit BBQ offers excellent fare at fair prices.
A man-made watery setting to get away from the hustle and bustle downtown. For some awesome architecture, check out the 1933 Beaux Arts Style designed post office building at 251 Lancaster and Texas & Pacific Railway Station at 221 Lancaster (across the street from the south edge of the water gardens).
Located on land donated by cattle baron Samuel Burk Burnett, features sculptures, pools, and granite walkways. Vast green parks and surrounding network of major lakes offer abundant opportunities for water sports and outdoor recreation.
The sprawling gardens includes a large flower garden, lawn, indoor tropical forest, and a beautiful Japanese garden.
Come see the animals and interactive exhibits.
17-acre park with 23 attractions, including the country’s longest uphill water roller coaster.
Hiking trails and boardwalks, kayak rentals, bison herd, native prairie grasses and woodlands.
A popular hiking area with rugged terrain and views over Eagle Mountain Lake.
Another popular hiking area with waterfalls and views of the western half of the city and Lake Worth.
The sports teams representing Texas Christian University, have branded themselves as "Fort Worth's team". The Frogs are best known for their football program, a rising national power in the first part of this century. TCU now competes in the Big 12 Conference. Most of TCU's athletic venues are on campus, with the best-known being Amon G. Carter Stadium (football) and Schollmaier Arena (basketball).
Enjoy an ice-hockey game at the NYTEX Sports Centre in North Richland Hills. The Brahmas play in the North American Tier III hockey league.
Catch NASCAR and other events here, such as an extravagant Christmas display.
Ranked 8th in the country by the Art Fair Source Book and the Harris List, and number one in Texas, Main St. hosts tens of thousands of people annually during the four-day visual arts, entertainment and cultural event. Main St. showcases a nationally recognized fine art and fine craft juried art fair, live concerts, performance artists and street performers on the streets of downtown Fort Worth-stretching nine blocks on Main Street from the Tarrant County Courthouse to the Fort Worth Convention Center.
Late November. Watch colorful illuminated floats, beautiful antique cars, marching bands, equestrian units, horse-drawn carriages and a cast of delightful characters dressed in their holiday best. The unforgettable parade and an annual visit from Santa Claus and his elves will make the Sundance Square Parade of Lights a fun-filled holiday experience for the entire family! Free.
Tied with Railhead (below) for the best BBQ in the southwest. A Fort Worth classic. This is in an old wooden barn, which adds a great atmosphere to the dining experience. The pork ribs were very tasty and the large cold beers were particularly nice. Meats melt in the mouth and beans are awesome. They actually bbq on premises which some of the other place don't. It's about a 5-min drive out of the downtown area.
Tied with Angelo's for the best BBQ in the southwest.
Excellent taco dive - lots of food for cheap, great fish tacos, late hours, cheap drinks, all without leaving the affluent TCU area.
Texas' (perhaps America's) best burgers. Original Camp Bowie location is in a kitschy old grocery story.
Excellent unique hamburger created by celebrity Ft. Worth chef, Tim Love. Daily flavored milk shakes. Live music. (Possible cover charge on weekends.) Cash only.
Hamburgers, daily flavored milk shakes, live music (Possible cover charge on weekends). Cash only.
Certainly one of Fort Worth's smallest restaurants, Nonna Tata is also one of its best. With only 21 seats indoors and another 30 outdoors, the restaurant fills up early and often develops long waits on weekends. Absolutely amazing authentic Italian food, with a menu that changes weekly and amiable service. BYOB, cash only, no reservations.
DFW's best gourmet grocery also has a formidable cafe attached, with amazing, huge custom sandwiches, cheap and great pizzas and international noodle dishes made for you, a mind-boggling prepared food section and $15 meals for two bagged and ready to go. Any kind of food you could want, done extremely well, for grocery story prices, plus a generous selection of wine and beer.
The "Outlaw Chef" cooks genuine Southern/Texican food in one of the most unique and exciting ways you'll find in Fort Worth. Super laid-back setting, with genuine Texas food and genuine Texas music. Happy hour before 6 and whenever it's raining.
For the cowboy tourist. A strong cowtown theme predominates in this Stockyards-area steakhouse. Come for the atmosphere first, the food second.
A Fort Worth legend, dine family style in a large converted mansion or in its beautiful expansive gardens with lush vegetation and calming pools; choose from one of two menu options nightly. There is frequently a line around the block in good weather, so arrive early or be prepared to wait. Great margaritas. Cash only (ATM on site).
Mexican restaurant locally renowned for their excellent Tex-Mex and friendly owner (Al) and staff.
Egyptian restaurant with excellent Middle Eastern cuisine.
The only strictly vegan restaurant in Fort Worth, Spiral Diner has an eclectic menu that will not let you down on taste. One of Fort Worth's finest restaurants regardless of dietary restriction.
Excellent and diverse Tex-Mex menu, friendly staff, decent happy hour before 6PM.
Chef Jon Bonnell's southwest-themed masterpiece.
One of the finest steakhouses in the world, with an excellent wine list. It is, however, extremely expensive, and you will have to wait a little while even if you have a reservation. Don't come here for anything other than steak, but if you are looking for steak, it is hard to beat.
One of the most widely acclaimed restaurants in Texas, and one of the first to bring "Cowboy cuisine" to the forefront of the refined American palate. Online reservation system.
The best French country food in Fort Worth, and a cozy dining experience.
Tiny ice cream parlor serving creative flavor combos frequently with lines out the door at multiple times in the day
The gameroom offers a place to play a game of pool, chess or darts. The shiny, faux-rock floor throughout is enhanced by the vast collection of vintage dinnerware adorning every wall. They have the largest selection of beer (225 varieties) around. Menu selections include Creamy Beer Cheese Soup, the Build-Your-Own Sausage and Cheese Plate, spicy sausage quesadillas and traditional bratwurst with German potato salad.
The Chat
Good drink selection in a chilled atmosphere.
A high-end craft cocktail bar popular with the hip Magnolia Avenue set. A somewhat mixed, gay-friendly spot with very modern decor and a nice but small patio out back. This is the place to go for expensive but very well-mixed takes on the classics, and an inspired cocktail menu. Try the Montpelier, which mixes bourbon, smoked maple syrup, Jamaican rum, and Italian vermouth.
50+ taps with local, regional and a few international flavors off the beaten path. Plus food.
Weekly Tours and Tastings Every Thursday (6-8pm) & Saturday (2-5pm).
Shares a location with Silver Star Vodka. Not the best area of town, but the brewery is safe and the beer is worth the stop
Brewery tour & tasting Sa 1PM - 3PM, W 5PM - 7:30PM
F 5PM – 9PM, Sa noon – 5PM, Su 2PM – 7PM
Taproom and microbrewery, though you can find their cans at a few local shops and stores
Whiskey Ranch
Home to the blended TX Whiskey and the Texas locally distilled and aged TX Bourbon. Set on the grounds of a golf course Byron Nelson played as a youth, more than just a stop for a drink.
Indoor pool and hot tub.
Outdoor pool and breakfast.
Very cookie-cutter.
Renovated rooms with modern amenities.
Three-star hotel with amenities including indoor heated pool, restaurant, lounge, room service, fitness room, and business center.
Extended stay hotel located near the convention center.
Well-liked luxury hotel in a renovated historical building. Very helpful, attentive staff.
A clean, quiet place to stay, with good service. The building and decor could use an update.
The city's only 4-diamond hotel, since opening in 1981 with all the expected amenities. Especially well-regarded for efficient yet friendly staff.
Breakfast available.
A covered emporium of different shops, confectioneries, games, photo studios, etc. Also Exchange Ave itself is chock full of curio shops and eateries aimed at the tourist.
Old department store complex refurbished with a lot of pizzazz.
Artisan Circle
Still surviving mall with a large movie theater complex and surrounding eateries.
Seems to attract the occasional shoot'em up but still a big mall with theater.
Visiting this mall you will somehow wonder if you magically teleported to Mexico, as it has a very Mexican flavor with mariachi bands and layout.
If you are into flea markets, this might be for you.
By train
The Fort Worth Intermodal Transportation Center at 1001 Jones St is the central hub for Amtrak trains and Trinity Railway Express (TRE) commuter trains to Dallas, along with Greyhound inter-city bus…
By car
Fort Worth may be easily reached via I-20 or I-30 from the east or west, or by I-35W from the north or south.
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