Fort Worth Convention and visitors Bureau Blog

Austin James
Austin James

Austin James is the Content Coordinator at Visit Fort Worth. His passion for urban development spurred the launch of his Twitter handle @UrbanFortWorth, while his photography skills are displayed via Instagram at @austin_gti. 

Eat Around the World on Magnolia Avenue

Fort Worth’s Magnolia Avenue in the Near Southside neighborhood has become a popular stop for foodies. With restaurants representing every populated continent, there is an opportunity to plan a culinary experience featuring food from around the world - all on one street! Flying Carpet The first…

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Fort Worth Aviation History and Museums

In January 1911, Roland Garros lifted off from the grounds of a horse racing track just west of downtown Fort Worth in his Bleriot XI, becoming the first heavier-than-air-flight in the City of Fort Worth. The spirit of that day struck a vein in the city which has never left. Aviation History The…

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Where to Get Ice Cream in Fort Worth

It can get hot in Texas. Sprinkle some joy into your day with a scoop or two of ice cream. Amorino Gelato 5274 Monahans Avenue Located in the luxurious Clearfork District, Amorino's servings of gelato are as tasty as they are beautiful. These scoops are authentic, too. Amorino was founded in Italy…

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Where to See Fall Foliage in Fort Worth

Few traditions better encompass the atmosphere of autumn than going outside to enjoy cooler air and colorful leaves. In North Texas, fallcolors typically peak in late November so you have plenty of time to prepare for your next outing. Here are our top spots to capture the changing seasons in Fort Worth…

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48 Hours in Downtown Fort Worth

Day One Get Around Downtown Downtown Fort Worth's walkability and connectivity are two of many reasons visitors love to stay in the heart of the city. Explore by foot or rent a b-cycle from Fort Worth Bike Share that has over 15 stations in the district. Flying in to DFW Airport? Opt to ride the…

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24 Hours in Downtown Fort Worth

Get Around Downtown Downtown Fort Worth's walkability and connectivity are two of many reasons visitors love to stay in the heart of the city. Explore by foot or jump on Molly the Trolley, a free downtown circulator that stops at every major hotel and entertainment venue. Bike share options offer…

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