Things to Do in Fort Worth

We're so excited to have you here! Fort Worth, nicknamed "Cowtown", is full of Old West charm, great food, and fun things to see. Here are some of our favorites to fill your time here.

Heads up: Fort Worth runs hot in July (90s+), so we recommend saving outdoor spots for mornings or evenings!

Classic Fort Worth

Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District The must-do while you're here. Watch real longhorn cattle driven right down the street during the world-famous twice-daily cattle drive (11:30am & 4pm), no reservation needed and totally free to wander. The Stockyards are also packed with historic saloons, boot shops, and Western-wear stores.

Billy Bob's Texas Right in the Stockyards, this is the "world's largest honky-tonk" live country music, a huge dance floor, and (if you're feeling brave) bull riding.

National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame A fun, interactive tribute to the women of the Old West

Sundance Square 35+ walkable blocks of restaurants, shops, and free live music Wednesday through Sunday.

Fort Worth Water Gardens A striking (and free!) architectural park with cascading pools right in the heart of downtown and makes for great photos.

Art & Culture

Kimbell Art Museum — Free admission, and home to the only Michelangelo painting in the Americas.

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth — A striking building filled with big-name modern art, including Warhol, Pollock, and Rothko.

Amon Carter Museum of American Art — Also free, with a fantastic collection of Western and American art.

Family-Friendly & Outdoors

Fort Worth Zoo — Regularly ranked one of the best zoos in the country.

Fort Worth Botanic Garden — 120 acres and the oldest botanic garden in Texas, including a beautiful Japanese garden. Bring quarters to buy fish food! The Coi eat right from your hand!

Trinity Trails — A lovely spot for a walk or bike ride if you want some fresh air.

Local Favorites

Inspiration Alley — A huge, colorful outdoor mural gallery in the Foundry District , very Instagrammable, and close to some great local spots like Maple Branch Craft Brewery and Blackland Distillery.

Log Cabin Village — A fun, lesser-known step back into 1800s Texas life.

Local Events

Check back closer to the date, or visit fortworth.com/events, for concerts and festivals happening during your stay , but you can always count on the Stockyards rodeo on Friday and Saturday nights!

Getting Around

If you're staying downtown and want to visit the Cultural District museums, check out The Dash — an easy electric bus that runs between downtown and the Cultural District for just $2 a ride (or $5 for a day pass).