Buoyed by Facebook’s Fort Worth Data Center, an Amazon fulfillment center, Alliance Airport, Texas Motor Speedway and other economic drivers, the Alliance area in North Fort Worth is a major development and employer for Fort Worth. Alliance’s booming population has drawn trendy retail stores and a wide range of dining and entertainment options that serve locals and tourists.
STAY
Hampton Inn & Suites’ location offers easy access to Alliance Airport. The 102-room hotel offers event and meeting spaces, free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, a fitness center and pet-friendly accommodations.
Place yourself in the center of Alliance Town Center with a stay at Hyatt Place Fort Worth. During your visit, enjoy modern amenities, free internet access, premium alcoholic beverages and an in-house restaurant.
A stay at Hilton Garden Inn places visitors within one mile of Alliance Airport. Guests enjoy in-house breakfast and dinner served daily via Garden Grille & Bar, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool.
DFW Marriott Hotel & Golf Club at Champions Circle entertains a loyal crowd of golf and race enthusiasts alike. Situated next to Texas Motor Speedway, the hotel is a hidden gem offering luxurious accommodations complete an 18-hole golf course and plenty of outdoor space to lounge on.
PLAY
Main Event offers fun activities and dining options for folks of all ages. The main draws are arcade games, bowling, pool and laser tag. The full-service bar sells craft beers and mixed beverages. The chef-inspired menu offers made-to-order sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, salads and kid menu options.
GatSplat Indoor Paintball offers high-speed fun for kids ages 4 and up and adults. The indoor action includes GellyBall, which uses paintball guns but softer jelly-based ammo, Nerf parties, BYOB paintball parties and competitive axe throwing. Walk-ins are welcome.
Much of the fun at Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park takes place off the ground. Zip across the sprawling space on ziplines, climb walls and other obstacles American ninja-style, test your bravery at dodgeball or bounce your day away on the trampoline course. There’s even an indoor skydiving tunnel for single or tandem “jumps.”
Discover a collection of mural work in the Fort Worth Design District. The interactive art walk encourages selfies by welcoming guests to become part of the photo. Share your find on social media, and then stroll the colorful Box Office Warehouse Suites.
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing has two U.S. locations: one in Washington D.C. and one in Fort Worth. Over half of the nation's currency order is produced in Fort Worth! Take a free tour of the facility to see first hand where U.S currency is made. NOTE: The Bureau of Engraving and Printing’s Tour and Visitor Center in Fort Worth, Texas, is closed. Please check www.bep.gov for updates.
SHOP
High on your shopping list should be Alliance Town Center where 37 retails stores like Sam Moon, Three Dog Bakery and Versona can be found in one central location that also offers dozens of dining options.
Looking for name-brand clothing and apparel without the sticker shock? Tanger Outlets offers 70 outlet stores that sell popular brands like Kate Spade, Lululemon, Michael Kors, Steve Madden, Banana Republic and more. Complimentary Wi-Fi and curbside pickup are available at each store.
Two stops that always top visitor lists include Buc-ee's and Cabela's. The first, Buc-ee's is a not just a regular run-of-the-mill gas station. It boasts the cleanest restrooms around and sells everything under the sun. Think: tasty barbecue, their own line of snacks (try the Beaver Nuggets), clothing, and home and lawn goods. If you prefer to do your outdoor shopping elsewhere, head to Cabela's down the road. It's the ultimate outdoorsman store for all your hunting, shooting, fishing and gear needs.
EAT
Out-of-towners shouldn’t pass up the chance to try the belt-busting Fred Burger or any popular dish at Fred’s Texas Cafe North. The devilishly delicious serrano burger, chicken fried steak sandwich and other goodies come served with hand-cut fries and, preferably, an ice-cold beer. Local singer-songwriters perform regularly at Fred’s North Side and West 7th locations.
Alliance Town Center offers 42 eating and drinking destinations that include Chuy’s Tex-Mex, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop (a Fort Worth favorite), Thai and Fusion Avenue and many others.
Del Campo Empanadas is a newish bakery that serves authentic Argentinian empanadas and handmade desserts like the puff pastry (a flaky pastry topped with powdered sugar and filled with caramel-y dulce de leche). Daily empanada specials include the pepperoni pizza, meat lover and cheeseburger chimichurri. Honestly, you can’t go wrong with anything offered at this local gem.
EVENTS
They say "everything is bigger in Texas," and Texas Motor Speedway took that to heart. The tracks ground's sprawl over 1,500 acres, and by seating capacity, it's the 2nd largest sports venue in the United States, only behind the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Big Hoss TV is among the world's largest HD TV's, stretching a whopping 218 by 94.6 feet. The track hosts annual NASCAR and INDYCAR races along with a myriad of other high-adrenaline events year-round.
Each year in the Fall, Alliance Airport hosts the Bell Fort Worth Alliance Air Show. The weekend-long show draws thousands of spectators and is typically highlighted by the U.S. Navy Blue Angeles or the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, complemented by dozens of other performers.
