Attractions on the Fort Worth Scene
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Classic Carriages
Sundance Square & Downtown FW
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
(817) 336-0400
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Classic Carriages provide horse-drawn carriage rides
through beautiful Sundance Square and Downtown FW. They
have Online Reservations starting at $75 for half-hour
private service seven days a week.
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National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame
1720 Gendy, Fort Worth,TX 76107
(817) 336-4475
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The only museum in the world dedicated to honoring and
documenting the lives of women who have distinguished
themselves while exemplifying the pioneer spirit of the
American West.
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Stockyards Station
130 E. Exchange Avenue
Fort Worth TX 76106
(817) 625-9715
Fax: (817) 625-9744
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There's no place in Texas like the Fort Worth Stockyards
Station. Located in the heart of the National Historic
District, Stockyards Station exemplifies Texas by providing
an exciting blend of old and new. There is over 85,000
square feet of shopping, dining & family entertainment,
Texas Style.
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Forest Park Miniature Railroad
P. O. Box 183
Fort Worth, Texas 76101
(817) 834-2119
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Get the latest information on this Fort Worth attraction.
One of Fort Worth's hidden treasures of fun and
relaxation - and not just for kids.
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Museum of Science and History
1501 Montgomery St.
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
(817) 732-1631
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100,000 artifacts and specimens for research
and exhibition. Man and His Possessions,
Human Physiology, History of Medicine,
Calculators and Computers, Geology and
Paleontology, and History.
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The Texas Radio Theatre Company
c/o The Arlington Museum of Art
201 West Main Street
Arlington TX 76010
817-275-4600
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The Texas Radio Theatre Company is dedicated
to preserving and performing the art of audio
theatre, through original and classic works.
Multiple actors, combined with sound effects
and music help audience members to create
the story’s imagry within their own imagination.
The Texas Radio Theatre Company performs in
front of a live audience every third Friday
at the Arlington Museum of Art.
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Sundance Square
512 Main Street, Suite 1500
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
(817) 339-7777
FAX: (817) 339-7216
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Fort Worth has preserved the architecture
and rich heritage of the city's colorful
past through this development, 16-block
collection of graciously restored and
replicated turn-of-the-century buildings.
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Fort Worth Stockyards
National Historic District
Visitor Information Center
(817) 624-4741
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In the Fort Worth Stockyards you will find
everything you need from holiday fun to
Texas history. Lodging, shopping, night life,
restaurants, and entertainment will make your
visit to Fort Worth eventful.
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Noble Planetarium
1501 Montgomery Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107-3079
(817) 732-1631
Fax: (817) 732-7635
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Currently, at the heart of the Noble's
astronomy programs is the Spitz A3P star
projector. In conjunction with special
effects projectors and sound system,
the projector allows visitors memorable
journeys through space and time.
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NRH20! Water Park
9001 Grapevine Hwy.
North Richland Hills, Texas 76180
(817) 427-6500
(817) 427-6506
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Between Fort Worth and Dallas, In North Richland Hills
On Grapevine Hwy. Across From Tarrant County College
(Northeast Campus).
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Omni Theater (I-Max)
1501 Montgomery Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107-3079
(817) 732-1631
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Utilizes a new concept in film presentation,
which combines the drama of 70 millimeter film,
superb projection equipment, a tilt-domed
theater structure and extremely high quality
production methods to create a unique theater
experience.
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Tarantula Train
140 E Exchange Ave.
Fort Worth, Texas 76106
817-625-RAIL (7245)
Fax: 817-740-1119
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The Tarantula Excursion Train operates over
approximately 21 miles of the Cotton Belt Route,
linking the historic communities of
Grapevine, Colleyville and Smithfield,
and Fort Worth's historic Stockyards district.
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Cattleman's Museum
1301 West Seventh St.
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
(817) 332-7064
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The Cattle Raisers Museum was established
in 1980 to preserve and perpetuate the
heritage of the livestock industry in Texas
and the Southwest.
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The Botanic Garden
3220 Botanic Garden Blvd.
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
(817) 871-7686
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The Fort Worth Botanic Garden is the
oldest botanic garden in Texas.
It is a 109 acre botanical display of over
2,500 species of native and exotic plants.
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Fort Worth's Water Gardens
Commerce and Houston Streets
Fort Worth, Texas
817-871-7698
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In addition to the beautiful cascades of water,
The Water Gardens contains more than 500
species of plants and trees and the textured
ground cover blends 32,000 plants of azaleas,
junipers, Indian hawthorne and English ivy.
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Japanese Gardens
3220 Botanic Garden Blvd.
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
(817) 971-7686
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The Japanese Gardens are a beautiful six-acre
garden of Oriental design featuring pagodas,
moon-viewing deck, teahouses, and meditation
gardens surrounded by lush exotic plants.
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Fort Worth Zoo
1989 Colonial Pkwy.
Fort Worth, Texas 76110
(817) 871-7050
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Consistently one of the top 5 zoos in the United
states, the Fort Worth Zoo is always adding
an exciting new feature to make a visit worthwhile.
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Log Cabin Village
2100 Log Cabin Village Lane
Fort Worth, Texas 76119
(817) 926-5881
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This is a living history museum devoted
to the preservation of Texas heritage. Six
cabins were selected from this part of
Texas, moved to the site and restored in
the mid 1950's.
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Thistle Hill
1509 Pennsylvania Ave.
Fort Worth, Texas 76104
(817) 336-1212
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The National Register of Historic Places
indicates Thistle Hill is: "One of the few
remaining examples of Georgian Revival
architecture in the Southwest." This
beautifully restored mansion was Built in 1903.
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Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
2155 Country Road 2008
Glen Rose, Texas
(254) 897-2960
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1500 acres of secluded countryside similar
to Africa is just 90 minutes from Fort Worth.
1100 free roaming animals in 60 species of
exotic and endangered animals can be seen.
An overnight stay is possible at the Lodge
or the Foothills Safari Camp. Hours are 9AM
to 2 hours prior to sunset.
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Six Flags Over Texas
2201 Road to Six Flags
Arlington, Texas 76010
(817) 640-8900
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One of the most popular theme parks in the
country and Six Flags Over Texas is just 10
miles from Fort Worth in Arlington. Six Flags
has roller coasters and other unique rides
for visitors of all ages, as well as
concerts and entertaining shows.
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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
1800 East Lamar Boulevard
Arlington, Texas 76006
(817)
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Hurricane Harbor is a 47-acre amusement park
designed around water rides, a 1 million-gallon wave
pool, and a 62-foot water slide.
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Mountasia of North Richland Hills
8851 Grapevine Hwy.
North Richland Hills, Texas 76180-5612
(817) 788-0990
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There is loads of family fun at Mountasia in North Richland
Hills. The facility offers two 18-hole miniature golf courses,
a game room with more than 100 games, batting cages,
bumper boats, and a new skating rink for in-line hockey
and recreational roller skating. The center is open year-round
except for Christmas Day.
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The American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum
4601 Hwy. 360
Fort Worth, Texas 76155
(817) 967-1560
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Museum dedicated to C.R. Smith, the founder of
American Airlines. Utilizing interactive displays,
film, video, and exhibits, visitors see the
operation of the airline.
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BC Vintage Flying Museum
505 NW 38th St., Hanger 33 South
Meacham Field
Fort Worth, Texas 76106
(817) 624-1935
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Contains World War 2 memorabilia and a B-17 Flying
Fortress. Open Sat. 10am to 5pm; Sun. 12 to 5pm.
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Billy Bob's Texas
2520 Rodeo Plaza
Fort Worth, Texas 76106
(817) 589-1711
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Billy Bob's is a unique entertainment center
with 40 bar stations, a huge dance floor,
and a capacity of over 6,000.
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Eddleman-McFarland House
1110 Penn Street
Fort Worth, Texas
(817) 332-5875
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A huge "cattle baron" home built in 1899.
Located on a bluff overlooking the Trinity River.
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Fire Station No. 1
Second & Commerce Streets
Fort Worth, Texas
(817) 255-9305
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Fire Station No. 1, the building that houses this colorful exhibit, is
a part of Fort Worth history. This is the site of the city's
first city hall. It contained the mayor's office and other city offices
on the second floor of the building. The volunteer fire
fighters with their hook and ladder wagon and Bill, their cougar
mascot, occupied the first floor. The present structure replaced
the original building in 1907. The building was in continuous
use as a fire station for more than a century.
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Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge
9601 Fossil Ridge Road
Fort Worth, Texas 76135
(817) 237-1111
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It started with the 35-acre Greer Island
Nature Center, and currently the 3,500-acre
refuge offers interpretive center, hiking
and self-guided nature trails. A herd of Bison
intermingled with white-tailed deer are often
seen. Prairie dog town offers an excellent
opportunity to observe these little animals
in their communal setting. Open Tues.-Sat.
9am to 5pm, Sun., noon to 5pm. Ten miles
northwest of downtown (2 miles past Lake
Worth bridge).
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Kowbell Indoor Rodeo
PO Box 292
Mansfield, Texas 76063
817-477-3092 Metro
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The Kowbell Rodeo is located in the heart of the FWD Metroplex,
and is open year 'round featuring rodeo every Saturday and
Sunday night and bull riding every Monday and Friday Night.
See the true excitement of the old west as the top cowboys
compete in exciting and dangerous events. They will provide a private
rodeo or day at the ranch for corporate groups, schools, conventions
or private parties. Texas Bar-B-Que is available. Special rates for
conventions, employees, church, civic or Scout groups. The Kowbell
Rodeo is located midway between Dallas and Fort Worth just
off Interstate 20. From either direction take the 157-Mansfield exit
for eight miles and you're there!
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The Palace of Wax Museum
601 East Safari Parkway
Grand Prairie, Texas 75050
(972) 263-2391
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Enter the magical palace and experience the
most beautiful museum in the world. Mingle
with Tinseltown's most famous stars, past
and present... Relive unforgettable moments
from Hollywood's classics. Enter our world
of terrifying frights as Hollywood classics
haunt you anew. Optional for the brave of
heart only. Meet the best and worst in this
powerful presentation of humanity's triumphs
and tragedies of spirit.
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Ripley's Believe It or Not!
601 East Safari Parkway
Grand Prairie, Texas 75050
(972) 263-2391
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Explore the famous Robert Ripley Collection and
discover the most fascinating and bizarre oddities
from all corners of the globe. Experience a cataclysmic
earthquake, or find yourself on the ocean floor! Step into a
real Texas twister...emerge safely to inspect what 200 mph
winds can do! The Lord's Prayer written on a single grain of
rice! Discover the overgrown ruins of a mystic temple,
and if you dare, walk over a bed of fiery coals.
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Fort Worth Brahmas
1314 Lake Street, Suite 200
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
(817) 336-4423
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Exciting minor league hockey at reasonable
prices. Locally owned by former NHL and
Dallas Stars great Andy Moog.
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Texas Lil's Dude Ranch
P.O. Box 656
Justin, Texas 76247
(817) 430-0070
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A unique "Shoot 'Em Up Cowboy" adventure
awaits groups up to 4,500. Wild West hold-ups,
scenic trail rides, and delicious Texas
cuisine are highlights. 800-LIL-VILL
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Circle "R" Ranch
(817) 430-1561
(214) 741-5597
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A real working ranch, a luxurious meeting
lodge and oversized pavilion combine to
offer a relaxed Western atmosphere for
groups ranging from 25 to 8,000.
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Dallas Cowboys
Texas Stadium in Irving
Loop 12 at SH 183
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Texas Rangers
Ballpark in Arlington
Off I-30
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Art and Entertainment in Fort Worth
