One of the most popular family attractions in Ft. Worth is the Fort Worth Zoo. The zoo includes a famous reptile collection and a section devoted to animals native to Texas. There are also several exhibits dedicated to presenting the animals in their natural habitats.
Another one of the family attractions in Ft. Worth is the Fort Worth Museum of Science and Industry. The kids will love the hands-on exhibits and the children's museum. The museum also houses a planetarium and an omni theater with the latest in IMAX events.
Two Ft. Worth attractions that will delight adults as well as kids are the Bureau of Engraving and Printing Western Currency Division and the twice daily cattle drive. The Bureau of Engraving And Printing has tours, live demonstration exhibits, and a viewing tour of the currency production floor. The Ft Worth Herd is the twice a day cattle drive down the street and one of the huge and uniquely Ft Worth attractions.
There are numerous things to do in Ft. Worth including museums, sightseeing, and walking tours that can hold the attention of the kids as well as the adults. The downtown area holds lots of opportunities for family activities and recreation and the surrounding parks and lakes offer land and water activities for all skill levels and interests. The downtown area also offers centrally located places to stay, shopping, and restaurants within walking distance.
Other things to do in Ft. Worth include annual Ft. Worth events such as the Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show and Rodeo in January and Mayfest in May. These and other For Worth events hold something for everyone.
Also not be missed sights include the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame and the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame.
Tickets to a number of these Ft. Worth events are available directly through 817area.com as well.
