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 TexRail line from Terminal B to Fort Worth Central Station. The station is home to Trinity Metro’s largest bus transfer center, Amtrak and Greyhound bus services.
Breakfast & Coffee
Downtown’s local coffee scene has blossomed in recent years. Start your day with a cup of Joe from newcomers Sons Coffee and Vaquero Coffee Co. who have joined longtime downtown stalwart Buon Giorno. If you’re looking for bites to-go, check out FunkyTown Donuts. This mom-and-pop shop offers a revolving menu that includes brisket donuts as well as beer to-go.
History
The Fort in Fort Worth was established in 1849 on the bluff where the courthouse now stands. The city grew around the Fort, making downtown the oldest neighborhood of the city. As such, downtown is packed with history. Take a self-guided history tour along the Fort Worth Heritage Trails, a series of over 20 bronze markers placed throughout downtown telling of the people and events that shaped Fort Worth’s rich history.
The Sid Richardson Museum is a destination for all who enjoy paintings of the Old West. The Museum features works by Frederic Remington, Charles M. Russell and other artists from the personal collection of the museum's namesake, the legendary Texas oilman and philanthropist, Sid W. Richardson (1891-1959). The Fort Worth Public Art collection is comprised of 100+ works from renowned artists like Ned Kahn, Cliff Garten and Jonathan Borofsky. Popular selfie sports include Sundance Square’s Chisholm Trail Mural and the playful Tabachin Ribbon sculpture outside City Hall.
Lunch
Fort Worth's diverse culinary scene goes far beyond standard Texas fares. Istanbul Grill offers unique Turkish dishes in an upscale environment. Waters Texas brings the freshest fine dining seafood into the heart of landlocked Fort Worth. A few blocks down Main Street, Grace and its sister restaurant Little Red Wasp, offer classic American flavors in upscale yet laidback settings. Bailey’s BBQ small, hole-in-the-wall style operation packs a big punch serving up barbecue staples since 1931.
Shopping
Sundance Square’s carefully curated collection of shops ranges from local boutiques to national brand name emporiums. Seek out a uniquely modern west outfit from Overland Sheepskin or Parts Unknown. From the Virgin Olive Oiler to the Steinway Piano Gallery, you are sure to find the perfect piece to bring home.
Happy Hour
For incredible views of the downtown area, head to Branch & Bird, perched midway up a skyscraper with a sweeping outdoor patio. Acre Distillery, named after the notorious Hell’s Half Acre where the distillery now stands, produces small batches of whisky, bourbon, gin, vodka, rum, liqueurs and cordials. For the passionate sports fan, Chef Jon Bonnell’s Buffalo Bro's is the go-to with nearly 100 TVs packed into the room you will never miss any of the action. Top it off with a large beer menu and unmatched buffalo wings.
Dinner
Taste a true to Texas meal at Reata Restaurant. The quintessential steakhouse rises four stories in the heart of downtown and delights carnivores with its artfully prepared takes on fine western cuisine. If you are hankering for barbecue, stop by Riscky’s BBQ, just one block north of Sundance Square Plaza. Founded in 1927, Riscky’s is a Fort Worth staple.
Day Two
Get Active
Lunch
Art & Architecture
Guided Tours
Dinner
Steakhouse Row makes up the end of Main Street near the entrance of the Fort Worth Convention Center. Convention-goers and anniversary celebrators often frequent the well-known bunch of Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse, Ruth's Chris Steak House, The Capital Grille and Bob's Steak & Chop House grace this corridor of downtown. Wicked Butcher is the latest newcomer located in the basement of The Sinclair Hotel, while Mercury Chophouse has been a staple among locals for years.
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Downtown/Sundance
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Sundance Square/Downtown
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