Western Experience

Designed by renowned architect Philip Johnson, the Amon Carter Museum of American Art houses a permanent collection of nineteenth- and twentieth-century painting, sculpture, and works on paper, and is one of the nation’s major repositories of American photography. It is also home to nearly 400  MORE >>

Benbrook Stables is a full service, family-oriented equestrian center. Located in southwest of Fort Worth next to Lake Benbrook the stables are spread out over 80 acres. They specialize in Boarding, Trail Riding for the public, Lessons, Birthday Parties, Camps, Clinics, Training and Sales, Roping,  MORE >>

The Cowtown Cattlepen Maze is a unique form of entertainment for the entire family, group, or class field trip. With over 5,400 square feet of frequently changed wooden pathways, resembling the cattlepens of the Old West, the maze is always a challenge. Maze runners can compete against the clock and  MORE >>

A nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of country music as a part of Texas heritage, the Cowtown Opry provides one of the most authentic Western experiences in the area. With free weekly concerts held outside on the steps of the Livestock Exchange Building, it's almost like taking a  MORE >>

Grab a spot on the sidewalk and watch the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive. Clad in authentic Western clothing from saddles to chaps, teams of real cowhands drive longhorns through the Stockyards on Exchange Avenue.  MORE >>

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History is nestled within the Fort Worth Cultural District and houses a variety of traveling and permanent exhibitions. Permanent exhibits include DinoLabs and DinoDig, Energy Blast, Fort Worth Children’s Museum, and the Cattle Raisers Museum, a “museum within a  MORE >>

Ride the Trinity River Trails! Come take a trail ride with experienced guides along the beautiful landscape of the Trinity River. This is a great family or individual activity that all can enjoy.  MORE >>

Walk history with us as we venture through historical Fort Worth. Our two-hour driving/walking tour takes you back in time to help you see why Fort Worth has been called the "Queen City of the Prairie." Tours last approximately 2 hours with a mix of walking and driving. Tourists are encouraged to  MORE >>

A guided walking tour of Fort Worth from its founding to its present day revitalization. Customized Bus Tours: Sites visited may include historic homes, buildings, and more. Have an expert on Fort Worth's rich history join your group for lunch or dinner and weave tales of Fort Worth then and now.  MORE >>

Located in the Fort Worth Stockyards, this adobe-style building was constructed in 1902 as a center for cattle traders. It was the central location for all activity in the Stockyards and often referred to as "The Wall Street of the West.” Today, the building houses professional services and the  MORE >>

The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame is the only museum in the world dedicated to honoring trailblazing women of the American West. Its multimedia exhibits and historic photographs, papers, clothing, spurs and saddles tell the inspiring stories of remarkable women pioneers, ranchers,  MORE >>

Wind your way through the beautiful Horse Country of North Texas. Texas is the nation's number one horse state with more than 1 million horses.

The North Texas Horse Country, one of the largest concentrations of horse farms in the United States, offers a variety of breeds and disciplines.  MORE >>

Named for the late oil mogul Sid Richardson, once known as the "bachelor billionaire," this free museum showcases his collection of the art of the American West, with a focus on the works of premier Western artists Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell. Prints and bronze reproductions are  MORE >>

Every weekend, the Stockyards Championship Rodeo offers bull riding, barrel racing, calf roping, and more almost every Friday and Saturday night. Pawnee Bill’s Wild West show, a reenactment of the original Wild West show, provides a look at Western history, including trick shooting, roping, riding,  MORE >>

Take a historical walking tour and learn about the colorful history of the Fort Worth Stockyards! Walking Tours visit these historic locations in the Stockyards: - Historic Livestock Exchange Building - Stockyards Station - Cattlemen's catwalk - Mule Alley - Billy Bob's Texas - Texas Trail  MORE >>

The Stockyards Museum, housed in the historic Livestock Exchange Building, documents the history of the cattle trade and its role in the growth of Fort Worth from a mere stop along the Chisholm Trail to the center of the ranching, cattle-shipping and meatpacking industries. The gift shop carries  MORE >>

This organization, dedicated to the sport of rodeo and the recognition of Texas' contribution to that sport, was founded in 1975 by Johnny Boren and a group of Belton, Texas, businessmen. Boren was the manager of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Lone Star Circuit, the biggest  MORE >>

The Texas Trail of Fame was established to honor those who have made a significant contribution to our Western way of life. Throughout the walkways of the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District, bronze inlaid markers have been placed in honor of their achievements to inspire and educate  MORE >>

The GPS Ranger is a handheld computer that includes 24 points of interest and 30 video segments. Users can view the segments in any order they prefer, and one unit can be shared by several people touring together. The 45-minute tours are available in English, Spanish, German, French and Japanese.  MORE >>

Located only 90 miles northwest of Fort Worth, Texas the ranch takes in 1,500 acres of North Texas Hill Country. Minutes from Possum Kingdom Lake, Wildcatter Ranch is a perfect escape from the city for couples in search of a romantic getaway or families seeking new adventures. Enjoy sunsets from  MORE >>