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Fort Worth Places to Visit During Your Journey

While indoor attractions are thrilling, the best happens under the Texas sun. In Fort Worth, places to visit are countless, waiting to be discovered across more than 30 scenic trails. Forget static guides and immerse yourself in nature, from challenging equestrian trails to visits to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden or Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, to step out of your urban comfort zone and experience local activities.

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Enjoy Fort Worth's Great Outdoors

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Trinity Trails

Fort Worth is a natural paradise you can’t miss. Make your visit unconventional and discover 100 miles of multi-use trails for a day of walking, running, or cycling. You can hear the sound of the Trinity River or stop by areas packed with creative murals and urban art. The Trinity Trails also provide access to the water for refreshing yet dynamic activities like kayaking and fishing.

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Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Fort Worth’s green oasis lets you feel balance and beauty across over 110 acres. Here, guests can take a stroll along extensive plant collections, surrounded by a Japanese garden and a fragrant rose garden. Considered as a sustainable and ever-evolving highlight of the city, it is surely the ideal option for nature enthusiasts.

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Fort Worth Zoo

The Fort Worth Zoo is the city's largest wildlife hub, hosting over 7,000 animals from around the world. From brave lions to playful tigers, kids and adults can enjoy a walking trail to discover the history and identity of these species. Booking in advance is highly recommended, especially during weekends and peak season.

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Horseback Riding

Fort Worth makes your equestrian dreams a reality. The city offers over 40 miles of scenic horseback riding trails, and you can even bring your own horse if you have one. If not, you can easily book a ride with local rental companies. From short 30-minute guided tours to professional lessons, you can live your dream.

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Fort Worth Water Gardens

Since 1974, the Fort Worth Water Gardens has been the ultimate downtown urban escape. Iconic for its extraordinary architecture, this refreshing oasis hosts three distinct pools: the energetic Active Pool, the Quiet Pool, and the Aerating Pool. Take a relaxing stroll through the cascading fountains to enjoy their unique melodies, and stay until evening for majestic water spectacles after dark.

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Airfield Falls Conservation Park

Home to the tallest natural waterfall in Tarrant County, Airfield Falls Conservation Park is an open-air temple waiting to be uncovered by nature enthusiasts. Visitors can embark on a 1.9-mile scenic trail of beautiful waterfalls, pause at a unique art installation made from a McDonnell Douglas aircraft, and find themselves surrounded by multiple species of butterflies.

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Coyote Drive-in

Located on Panther Island, the Coyote Drive-In offers a classic, vintage movie-going experience across 4 massive screens. Here, visitors can choose from a wide variety of films every single night, all to be enjoyed directly under the stars. Hungry? Tasty snacks can be delivered straight to your car, making your cinema night on the road a pure delight.

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Panther Island Pavilion

The Panther Island Pavilion makes your outdoor excursion an everlasting dream. It sits along the Trinity River and owes its fame to a stage that hosts major international musicians, multiple fun water activities at Backwoods Paddlesports and a place to relax at Panther Island Beach. Travelers can enjoy kayaking, canoeing, and more.

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Clearfork Farmers Market

The Clearfork Farmers Market is a universe of fresh, high-quality, seasonal ingredients sourced straight from farm to table. This lively market features live music, over 25 unique food vendors, and welcoming, pet-friendly spaces where you can relax and hang out with your furry friend.

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Burger’s Lake

Feeling the heat? A trip to Burger’s Lake is the perfect way to cool off. This natural spring-fed water park is a Fort Worth’s icon since 1929. Here, guests can enjoy a 30-acre park full of sandy beaches and crystal-clear water to spend a memorable day at a nature-powered water oasis, which is family-friendly and equipped with picnic areas and bars.

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Sundance Square

A stop by Sundance Square guarantees pure fun and shopping across a 35-block district. Upon arrival, travelers can explore dining options to fill their stomachs and hearts, or book a ticket at the Bass Performance Hall, known for its Broadway shows, lively concerts, and avant-garde art exhibitions.

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Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge

The Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge is the perfect place for a live, hands-on lesson in local biodiversity. With over 3,600 acres, it allows you to immerse yourself in wildlife and immense prairies to learn more about the native flora and fauna, from white-tailed deer to majestic black willows and cottonwood trees.

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Inspiration Alley

Born in 2017, Inspiration Alley is the heart of Fondry District. Here, you can admire 70 breathtaking artworks adorning the walls. It’s a famous cultural and social hub where multiple generations of artists and visitors connect.