Fort Worth is the fifth largest city in Texas and part of the Dallas/Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area. Initially a military camp, this city is now an important shipping and supply depot for cattlemen. Under these circumstances, it comes as no surprise that it is known as 'Cowtown'. There are plenty of tourist attractions in this town and the Fort Worth luxury hotels will provide all the comfort tourists may need, regardless if they come here for business or for leisure. This part of Texas has such a lot to offer the adults and the kids.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is the main gateway for international business and leisure travelers, but numerous airline companies operate domestic flights here too. For example, the headquarters of American Airlines are located here and as a consequence, the city is a major hub for this airline company. The Amtrak train station connects Fort Worth to Chicago, Illinois and San Antonio, Texas. In fact, the city is located between the two metropolises. Getting here from Oklahoma City is also possible by train. Despite being a slow means of transportation, the train offers a lot of beautiful scenes along the route. There are also numerous highways that connect Fort Worth to the rest of the country. Stations for Greyhound and subsidiaries of this company are found in the area.
Getting around the city is possible via buses and the train that connects the airport to the downtown area. The bus service has the peculiar name of Molly the Trolley, but it involves a very pleasant way of exploring the city. If you plan to visit the downtown area, the Historic Stockyards or Sundance Square, Molly the Trolley is the ideal option. One thing you need to know is that these buses do not have a fixed schedule, as this varies a lot, depending on the route.
Museums represent the main tourist attractions of this city and they are all worth investigating. All the Fort Worth luxury hotels have at least one in the vicinity. You can start with the Kimbell Art Museum, which hosts artwork collections that date back to prehistoric times. More recent works of art, dating from the 20th century are also exhibited here. Some of the most notable paintings found here are signed by Goya, Matisse, Mondrian and Picasso. The museum building is also notable. The renowned American architect, Louis Kahn is the one who designed this museum.
Next, there is the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, which is also located in a very beautiful building. This one is the work of the Japanese architect, Tadao Ando. The Amon Carter Museum features a lot of American art and photography, so if you enjoy the work of such artists as Frederic Remington or Charles M. Russell, you are highly recommended to check out this museum. The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame and the National Cowboys of Color Museum bring tributes to the cowgirls and the cowboys who made this city famous. The C.R. Smith Aviation Museum is a perfect destination for families with kids. The history of American Airlines is exposed in this museum through exhibits that children can easily interact with. On the other hand, the visitors who want to learn more about the history of the cityare recommended to visit the Stockyards Museum. Also, there is the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, which is also worth a visit.
Sundance Square is a very vibrant combination of bars, restaurants, shops and historic buildings and it is of great interest to many tourists. Concerts and art festivals often take place here, so you can have a lot of fun if you get here at the right time. Bass Performance Hall is also famous for hosting musicals, concerts and plays all through the year. If you come to this city with kids, make sure you book a room in one of the Fort Worth luxury hotels found near the Fort Worth Zoo. Besides animals, there are numerous interactive exhibits that the kids will surely enjoy and learn from. You can also take them to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden where they can admire numerous species of plants.
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