Fort Worth in north-central Texas was a vital trading post in the 19th century and today is a modern, cosmopolitan hub with international art and cultural institutions. The Kimbell Art Museum is recognized all over the world as a hub for artworks in many different media from throughout history. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth showcases important art from after World War II in a building with stunning architecture. For those looking to experience Western culture, the Fort Worth Stockyards host regular rodeos. At the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, exhibits and artefacts are on display showcasing female pioneers.

Serene, lavish landscapes at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden offer a lavish landscape with tended colourful flowers and a nature school to enjoy a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. For family fun and adventure, the NRH2O Family Water Park offers thrill rides, slides, pools and an aquatic playground for kids. For quirky fun and unusual oddities, visit the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum.

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Where & what to eat in Fort Worth

  • 10 Places Where Locals Love to Eat in Fort Worth

    Fort Worth has a robust culinary culture where you can sample everything from American comfort food to seafood, fusion, Italian, Mexican, and more. You can visit a barbecue joint, try a pay-what-you-want restaurant, sample a local eatery that ethically sources ingredients from local farmers, or check out one of several down-home diners. You can even try an upscale eatery that has...

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Where to shop & what to buy in Fort Worth

  • 10 Best Shopping centres in Fort Worth

    Shopping in Fort Worth runs the gamut from busy shopping complexes housing major department stores to open-air malls with upscale retailers. The city’s outlet malls boast big discounts on household names like Nike and Patagonia, while luxury shopping centers offer Louis Vuitton and Kate Spade. Head city centre to Sundance Square for hand-crafted goods from local businesses or to the historic...

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Where to go & what to do at night in Fort Worth

  • 10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Fort Worth

    Fort Worth of today is far removed from the cowboy trading post it once was, and now offers a world of nightlife and entertainment from dining and dancing to comedy nightclubs. You can shoot miniature golf, go shopping along a bustling high street, see a rodeo or take in a film at a drive-in theatre. This town has a wealth of...

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