Fort Worth Vacation & Tourism Guide
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Known as the place ?Where the West Begins? as well as ?Cowtown?, this thriving community of over 500,000 retains its rich history, adventurous thinking, and western feel. This is a town where you can enjoy some of the nation?s most exquisite cuisine, followed by a ride on a bucking Bronco; all within walking distance of each other. A town of eloquence where opera and ballet are visible, fine dining is abundant, shopping is plentiful and unique, and a place where there is so much to see and do and just not enough time to do it. Forth Worth - an excellent travel destination.
Great Recommendations from Real Travelers
1. Embassy Suites Fort Worth - Downtown
Real Traveler Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 101 reviews from 5 sources
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"This is a great hotel friendly staff, convenient location." — source Priceline
" My new favorite place to stay when I travel to Fort Worth." — source Travelocity
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1. Kimbell Art Museum
... small art museums, the award-winning museum was the last completed work of architect Louis I. Kahn. Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 10:00 a. m. - 5:00 p. m. ; Friday noon - 8:00 p. m. ; Saturday 10:00 a. m. - 5:00 ... more
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2. Oscar E. Monnig Meteorite Gallery
Located in the Texas Christian University, the Monnig Meteorite Gallery offers a complete educational ... more
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3. Fort Worth Botanical Gardens
... Worth Botanic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in Texas, is a lush 109-acre tapestry of dappled shade and vibrant splashes of color. A peaceful haven nestled in the heart of Fort Worth's Cultural District, the Garden ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Fort Worth Botanical Gardens
Goin' Jessie in Free Spirit in Fort Worth said
….Strolling on a Sunday AfternoonFabulous and, best of all, free, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden is an intriguing respite… continue reading »
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4. Fort Worth Zoo (The)
... home to more than 500 species of animals, and its wide array of indoor and outdoor exhibits includes World of Primates, Asian Falls, Raptor Canyon, and Thundering Plains. Texas Wild! is a hands-on exhibit that teaches about... more
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5. Cowtown Coliseum
... (121 East Exchange Avenue, Fort Worth, 817-625-1025), home of the world's first indoor rodeo, there's a professional rodeo and Wild West Show ... more
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6. Joe T. Garcia's Mexican Restaurant
Established in 1935, Joe T. Garcia's remains one of Fort Worth's most popular Mexican restaurants and is still run by the Garcia-LanCarte ... more
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7. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
topics: contemporary art. more
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8. Log Cabin Village
... sounds and smells of 19th century Texas! Nestled on three acres, Log Cabin Village consists of nine historic structures dating back to the mid-1800s. Texas history comes to life through the authentic log homes and artifacts... more
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9. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
... Provides hundreds of programs aimed at engaging children and families in learning. In addition to its Omni Theater, the Museum features four core exhibit galleries; a special exhibit hall; DinoDig¸, ... more
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10. Sundance Square
... downtown has gained a reputation as one of the country's most lively urban settings. The 35-block Sundance Square entertainment district is home to a collection of restaurants, live music clubs, theatres, shops, exciting ni... more
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1. Railhead Smokehouse
Railhead was rated as excellent by the Zagat Survey, and it received a certificate of congratulations ... more
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2. Lonesome Dove Western Bistro
... saloon--with rustic brick walls, pressed-tin ceilings and a wooden bar stretching the room's length--contains no more than a dozen candlelit, white-linened tables. The intimate, narrow space appeals to various local sophist... more
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3. Italian Inn Ridglea
This awesome Italian restaurant offers deliciously authentic Italian foods, wine and a unique romantic atmosphere. ... more
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4. Bistro Louise
Open since 1996, Bistro Louise has been recognized by Wine & Spirits magazine and named Best Mediterranean Restaurant in Tarrant County in the 1998 Zagat survey. ... more
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5. Texas de Brazil Churrascaria - Ft. Worth
This popular restaurant serves up delicacies, such as Angus Beef Steak, Brazilian ... more
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6. Lanny's Alta Cocina Mexicana
Owned by the grandson of the legendary connoisseur and chef of Mexican cuisine, Joe T. Garcia, Lanny Lancarte ... more
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7. Cattlemen's Steak House
... has been serving the good people of Fort Worth for 60 years now. It's a relaxed (if frequently boisterous), affordable, and nicely worn place for a thick steak in the heart of cattle country, just around the corner from the... more
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8. Ruffino's Ristorante Italiano
This restaurant, located in an upscale Fort Worth neighborhood, has been a hit since 1992. Business ... more
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9. Japanese Palace
... than a generation, this accommodating restaurant has been a Fort Worth favorite, and it fills many dining needs thanks to a prolific kitchen. Groups gather around hibachi grills, eager to take in the antics of genial chefs;... more
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10. Riscky's Barbecue
... years of the century, Riscky's has been supplying folks in the area with incomparable barbecue. Several locations can be found across town, meaning that you'll never be too far from everyone's favorite ribs. These substanti... more
Top Rated Fort Worth Trips
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Last Night - return to Fort Worth | Jun 04 09'
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After a late night of unsuccessful raccoon spotting in Bandera we managed to get up early enough to hit the road before 9am for the 320 mile drive... Continue reading »
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Texas look out we have arrived! | May 20 09'
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4:15am taxi to the airport. Exactly 14 hours later we arrive in our hotel room in the Stockyards area of Fort Worth. Quite lucky considering the... Continue reading »
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Free Spirit in Fort Worth | Apr 15 08'
"Spontaneous, comfortable, and friendly Fort Worth "
While it is no surprise that Texas is famous for hospitality and a welcome-home approach to practically everything, it was a delight to e... Continue reading »
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Cowboy country | Apr 28 06'
"Stockyards district is really good fun"
Fort Worth is real cowboy country attached by an urban corridor to Dallas. The Stockyards district is really good fun. It is where the cattle drive... Continue reading »
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Happy Trails | Sep 16 06'
It was bittersweet this morning when we woke up and realized that this was the last day of our honeymoon road trip. We’ve b... Continue reading »
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