Movoto Fort Worth

1. Everyone Loves Animals, Right?

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2. Show Me The Money!

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For an up-close-and-personal look at how money is made, check out Fort Worth’s Bureau of Engraving and Printing.

Views during the tour let you see how bills are manufactured from an enclosed walkway. Plus, the interactive exhibit showcasing currency history will definitely give you a new appreciation for what’s in your wallet.

3. Planes, Planes, And More Planes

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If you or your children are into planes, then the Fort Worth Aviation Museum is the place for you. Featuring over 20 aircrafts, many of which are warplanes, a trip here is sure to leave your spirits soaring.

4. Sometimes Two Wheels Are Better Than Four

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There’s no better way to see this city than on the back of a Segway. Allowing riders to cover a lot of space very quickly with little-to-no effort, Segways provide a much more intimate experience than what one might get from the back seat of the car.

One Segway company that really knows what they’re doing is Cowtown Segway Tours, offering loops that tour downtown, the Trinity Trails, and the Stockyards.

5. Don’t Worry About These Dinosaurs Escaping

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When else do you get the chance to go hunting for real dinosaur tracks? Only 50 miles outside of Fort Worth, Dinosaur Valley State Park puts visitors on a dried up river bed in search of various signs that the dinosaurs once roamed the same area.

The exhibits here provide a hands-on learning experience and, as an added bonus, there’s plenty of space for camping, hiking, and picnicking.

6. Feeling The Need For Speed?

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If you’re looking for a bit of a rush, Texas Motor Speedway is the perfect place to find it. Home to several NASCAR races every year, as well as an IndyCar race, few things are more exciting than when this arena gets close to its 180, 000+ capacity.

7. Plan For A Night At The Rodeo!

Source: Stockyard Championship Rodeo via Facebook

With indoor events every Friday and Saturday night at the Cowtown Coliseum, there’s always something worth checking out at the Stockyards Rodeo. Check their schedule to see if you can make it to Pawnee Bill’s Wild West Show, full of animals, rope tricks and cowboys.

8. There’s Nothing Wrong With A Movie Night

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Next time your family is thinking about renting a movie for a night of bonding, head to Coyote Drive-In instead. Featuring all of the newest films on a huge outdoor screen, this is the perfect activity for a warm summer night.

9. Add A Little Culture To Your Life

Source: Kimbell Art Museum via Facebook

With over 350 works spanning various art periods and movements throughout history, the Kimbell Art Museum is one place that can’t be missed. Check out their website for updates on the special events made for a younger crowd like the Teen Artist Workshop.

10. Home To The Perfect Picnic

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If you’re craving some time outdoors, one of the best places in Fort Worth to find yourself is Trinity Park. Stretching along the banks of Trinity River, there’s tons of space here for hiking and biking, as well as several playgrounds. The kids are sure to love it.

11. Taking Movies To A Whole New Level

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We’ve all heard of how huge the screens are at IMAX theaters, but the Omni Theatre at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History takes movie watching to a whole new level. This domed theater makes you feel as if you’re actually in the movie, being the largest IMAX screen west of the Mississippi River.

Plus, being at a museum, they show tons of awesome documentaries that you can’t really find elsewhere.

12. Class Up Your Night

One of the most beautiful venues in a city with the country’s 3rd largest cultural district, the Bass Performance Hall is the perfect place to go to catch anything from a Broadway show to a ballet performance. With over 2, 000 seats, this is a Fort Worth staple that can’t be skipped.

13. Gain Some Altitude

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If you’re looking to spend your afternoon in a way that’s really unique, send a call over to Epic Helicopters. They offer high-in-the-sky tours around the Fort Worth area, including packages perfect for a trip with the family or a romantic date.

14. Spend Your Day On Rollercoasters

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While it’s technically 15 miles outside of Fort Worth, Six Flags Over Texas is definitely worth the trip. With 44 rides, including 12 rollercoasters, this place is hard to beat.

15. Cruise Around On A Train

Source: Forest Park Miniature Railroad via Facebook

Built in the 50s, a ride on the Forest Park Miniature Railroad is the perfect way to get your kids their train fix. During each trip, this train goes over 6 different bridges, including one that spans 350 feet.

16. See A Cattle Drive

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Few things are more “Fort Worth” than the daily Stockyards cattle drives. Happening twice a day, around 11:30 and 4, these wandering longhorns are definitely a sight to be seen.

17. Get A Blast From The Past

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Featuring buildings that are over a century old, Fort Worth’s Log Cabin Village is a sweet interactive historic display that’s perfect for kids. A trip here puts visitors in the shoes of people living during 1800s, from simple daily tasks to the more difficult aspects of the log cabin life.

18. Cheer On The Horned Frogs

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At home in the Amon G. Carter Stadium, the best way to show your love for this city is by cheering on the local college football team. Just make sure your whole family doesn’t forget to dress in purple.

19. Take A Trip Back To The Civil War

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With over 15, 000 square feet of exhibits, the Civil War Museum in Fort Worth is the largest of its type west of the Mississippi.

Not only does the museum contain artifacts from the civil war and of Texas during this period of time, there’s also a small movie theater on sight that plays educational films you’d be hard-pressed to find elsewhere.

20. Hit The Trails On Horseback

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With a long history of cowboys, Fort Worth is a great place to try out riding horses. With tons of local stables offering organized rides to visitors, this is sure to be a great family bonding experience.