Fort Worth Holidays

Fort Worth at Glance

Sitting amongst the breathtaking landscape of the Prairies and Lakes Region in Texas, America, is Fort Worth, a traditional cowboy town, where you can experience the USA of days gone by.

You’ll Love Fort Worth If…

• The family is looking for a holiday with a difference, with new things to experience and discover.
• You’re looking to explore traditional America.
• You want a group holiday filled with activities and events you won’t find anywhere else.

Culture and Attractions on Fort Worth holiday

As soon as you step foot into Fort Worth’s streets you will feel the buzz of a city rooted deep in the American West. Its traditional architecture is mesmerising, with Art Deco buildings dominating the cityscape. Make sure you see the Tarrant County Courthouse, which, in Beaux Arts style, is modeled on the Texas State Capitol building.

• Over recent years Fort Worth is becoming known as the ‘City of Cowboys and Culture’, and this could not be more appropriate. Spend your Fort Worth holiday visiting its number of museums, from the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame to the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, you will find it’s a combination like no other. You can even indulge the cowboy lifestyle further with an authentic Saturday night rodeo.

• If you feel like venturing out of the city and getting some fresh air, your holiday to Fort Worth can present you with the best of both worlds. Take a trip to Mineral Wells to explore Lake Mineral Wells State Park, or journey to Grapevine to see some of the wineries and sample some local wines. Glen Rose is just 50 miles southwest and is home to the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and the Dinosaur Valley State Park. These attractions are bound to captivate little ones.

Dining and Nightlife on a Fort Worth Holiday

The cuisine around the city ranges from upscale Southern Cowboy menus to quick and easy home cooking, something the American’s do very well. Gorge on anything from barbecue ribs to home made burgers and giant steaks, all washed down with a large, ice cold beer. Your holiday in Fort Worth would not be fulfilled without a night spent in a traditional Texan bar. Continue your night with some drinks and enjoy some live music in one of the laid back pubs or taverns in the city. With a friendly atmosphere typical of the state, most restaurants and pubs are family friendly, so the children can enjoy some local cuisine too.

Take a look at 3-star hotels for inspiration on somewhere to stay on a Fort Worth holiday.