Fort Worth, TX

Travel Guide

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Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

Cowboys and cattle mix with art and culture in this North Texas city with a rich Western heritage. 

With its rodeos, cowboys and country music, Fort Worth is called the city “Where the West Begins.” Cowboy culture is a way of life for many residents, but just one part of the city’s appeal. Fort Worth is also a cultural hub featuring museums, theaters, art galleries, ballet and a symphony orchestra.

Fort Worth began as an army outpost and a stop on the Chisholm Trail cattle route from Texas to Kansas. The population grew when the railway arrived in 1876 and increased again with the Texas oil boom in the early 1900s. Today, Fort Worth remains one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S.

Start your visit with an exploration of the American West in the Stockyards National Historic District. The former livestock market where millions of cattle were sold is one of Fort Worth’s most popular attractions, with cowboy-themed shops, shows, rodeos and restaurants.

Tour the 98-acre (40-hectare) site and visit the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, which honors achievements of rodeo cowboys and cowgirls. Watch daily cattle drives near the Fort Worth Stockyards Visitor Center and reserve a seat at Cowtown Coliseum for a weekend rodeo. Visit the interactive Texas Wild! area at the Fort Worth Zoo.

Enjoy the city’s artistic side. Just west of downtown is the Fort Worth Cultural District, one of the country’s largest art districts. Study works of European masters, such as Michelangelo and Caravaggio, at the Kimbell Art Museum. Appreciate modern and contemporary pieces at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.

Fort Worth’s downtown district is a 35-block area that is home to shopping, theaters, cinemas, restaurants and music clubs. Browse Sundance Square, a large plaza with many attractions, including the Bass Performance Hall, the permanent home of Fort Worth's symphony, opera and ballet companies. Less high-brow, but lots of fun, is Billy Bob’s Texas honky-tonk.

Fort Worth is located in North Texas, 32 miles (51 kilometers) west of Dallas, and shares the major Dallas/Fort Worth airport. Enjoy a visit to the city where the West truly begins.

Where to stay in Fort Worth

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Fort Worth Stockyards

Experience this historic district's Western charm with weekend rodeos at Cowtown Coliseum, shopping at M.L. Leddy's boot making company, and various bars and nightclubs. Hop on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad for a scenic ride.

Fort Worth Stockyards
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Downtown Fort Worth

4.5/5(989 area reviews)

Sundance Square boasts a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere with bars, restaurants, museums, and theaters. Explore attractions like Fort Worth Water Gardens and Bass Performance Hall, while enjoying convenient access to Fort Worth Central Station.

Downtown Fort Worth
AT&T Stadium

East Arlington

East Arlington is known for its exciting theme parks, and you can see some sights in the area like AT&T Stadium and Six Flags Over Texas.

East Arlington
AT&T Stadium

Entertainment District

While visiting Entertainment District, you might make a stop by sights like AT&T Stadium and Choctaw Stadium.

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Central Arlington

4/5(140 area reviews)

While visiting Central Arlington, you might make a stop by sights like College Park Center and Arlington Museum of Art.

Central Arlington
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Fossil Creek

4/5(630 area reviews)

Fossil Creek is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Golf Club Fossil Creek and Regal Fossil Creek while you're in town.

Fossil Creek
Loews Arlington

Loews Arlington

4.5 out of 5
888 Nolan Ryan Expressway, Arlington, TX
$209 nightly
The price is $247 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$247 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,223 reviews)
"This was the best overall experience i ever had at a hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Loews Arlington
Omni Fort Worth Hotel

Omni Fort Worth Hotel

4 out of 5
1300 Houston Street, Tarrant, Fort Worth, TX
$169 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
$202 total
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Fort Worth. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,791 reviews)
"Loved the pool area!"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Omni Fort Worth Hotel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Arlington Ballpark / Six Flags

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Arlington Ballpark / Six Flags

2 out of 5
2001 E Copeland Rd, Arlington, TX
$62 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$75 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,124 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. We were able to get a much needed rest after our long flight."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Arlington Ballpark / Six Flags
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Kasa Arlington Dallas

Kasa Arlington Dallas

4 out of 5
101 South Center Street, Arlington, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions AT&T Stadium and Six Flags Over ...
7.6/10 Good! (189 reviews)
"The room was great! Very clean and comfortable. Navigating around the building was complicated (signs would be nice), and the elevator and halls weren’t always the most tidy. Location was perfect. Easy access to coffee shop, within walking distance to College Park Center. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

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stayAPT Suites Fort Worth-Fossil Creek

stayAPT Suites Fort Worth-Fossil Creek

2.5 out of 5
3525 Tanacross Dr, Fort Worth, TX
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Fort Worth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Billy Bob's Texas ...
9/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
Beautiful rooms and great service
"We really enjoyed our stay. We somehow booked 2 queens instead of a king and we called down to see if switching rooms was possible. Not only were they happy to make the change, they told us to stay there and they would bring us the new key to save us the trouble of going down stairs in the Texas ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

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Locale Fort Worth

Locale Fort Worth

4 out of 5
816 Matisse Dr, Fort Worth, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Fort Worth. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Dickies Arena and Sundance Square ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (84 reviews)
"Excellent place in San Angelo. Very nice and clean and all new and fresh"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Locale Fort Worth
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Getting around Fort Worth

Renting a car is a great option in Fort Worth, as there is plenty of parking downtown and you’ll have the freedom to explore beyond the city. Popular areas like downtown, Sundance Square and the Stockyards are connected by Molly the Trolley, a vintage streetcar. Fort Worth B-Cycle is the local bike-share program, with hundreds of bikes available to pick up at and return to any station. Visit the Texas Department of TransportationOpens in a new window website.Browse Fort Worth rental cars.

Best time to visit

Fort Worth is best avoided during the height of summer, when temperatures can be overbearing; July and August have average highs in the mid 90s F (mid 30s C). Spring weather is more bearable, but this can be a busy and expensive time to visit, due to the football season. Visit in fall when the temperature is similarly temperate and the city comes alive with music and food at the Texas State Fair.

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Reviews of Fort Worth

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5/5 - Excellent

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All around great experience thank you

5/5 - Excellent

Mrs.

I love this area. It is really growing. I love the proximity to I35 and SH114. Everything you need is close by.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love the small town feel you get being in FTW.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Best experience i had , my home away from home

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Lots of construction down town area and I30 entrance is unmarked.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I like Fort Worth I didn’t like the hotel it was absolutely horrible

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