Things to Do in Fort Worth
Western heritage and attractions top must-see lists for most visitors. Old and young cowboys and cowgirls enjoy The Stockyards National Historic District with its daily longhorn cattle drives, a cattle auction and live rodeo. Some of the most popular Western heritage museums found in Fort Worth travel guides include the Texas Cowboy of Fame, the Sterquell Wagon Collection, National Cowgirl Museum and Cattle Raisers Museum.
Fort Worth also has vibrant cultural, sports and outdoor venues for a different taste of the city. The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History includes the Noble Planetarium and Omni Theater. Don’t miss the Fort Worth Zoo, Botanic Gardens with 21 different sections and serene Japanese Gardens. If art is a passion, visit the Kimbell Art Museum, Amon Carter Museum and Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. Attend a performance of the Fort Worth Symphony, Fort Worth Opera or a renowned Van Cliburn piano concert. Casa Manana offers unique theater-in-the-round.
Satisfy a Texas-sized appetite at Fort Worth restaurants famous for their tender steaks, barbecue and southwestern specialties. For a change of pace, sample Fort Worth’s Continental, Mediterranean, Italian, Greek, French and Pacific Rim menus.
The Sundance Square is the city’s premier entertainment district for after-hours fun. Dust off your boots for a night of country music, mellow out with cool jazz or learn to do a hot salsa.
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