Fort Worth occasionally gets overshadowed by its bigger sibling Dallas, but it deserves a brighter share of the Lone Star spotlight. Its solid Western heritage, thriving cultural scene and true grit make it a classic Texas city. At nearly half the size of Big D, it also has a comfortable urban feel, with 11 easily navigable entertainment districts and nearly 100 attractions within a 16-kilometre radius of downtown.
A big part of the city’s appeal is its history tied to Texas’ legendary cattle drives—the Stockyards District still hosts some good ol’ fashioned cowboy business, including livestock auctions and rodeos. A completely different type of culture is celebrated at several world-class art museums (The Kimbell, The Modern and The Amon Carter Museum of American Art), featuring fascinating works from Texas and the world. Read on for nine more reasons to visit...