No trip to Ft. Worth would be complete without a visit to the buzzing Downtown area. Food stands and quaint cafes, entertaining events, live music performances and the array of shopping destinations are just some of the reasons to visit this lively place. At the heart of the district, lies the Sundance Square Plaza, host to numerous cultural shows and festivals throughout the year. The area is also dotted with water fountains, gardens and an array of historical structures. If you are unsure about where to start touring from the multitude of options available, head to the tourist information center on the main street to get a general idea about this happening neighborhood.
American Airlines sponsors C.R. Smith Museum, which examines the history of commercial airlines and explores their inner workings. Visitors have ample opportunities to check out seminal principals of flight first hand; they can experience a wind tunnel, see how a jet engine works, try out the pilot's seat in the cockpit or enter the Flight Lab to learn more about air pressure at high altitudes. The IWERKS large-screen theater shows movies about airline history while the patrons sit in authentic first-class seats. Moreover, there is a gift shop.
Since 1997, this huge stadium with an oval track 1.5 miles (2.41 kilometers) in circumference and more than 150,000 seats in the Grandstand alone has provided racing lovers with all the thrills they could hope for. This is the second largest racing venue in the United States, behind the Indianapolis 500 Speedway. Events at Texas Motor Speedway include major NASCAR races, car shows and the Thursday Night Stampede, a weekly showcase of local racers. Speedway World offers souvenirs as well as tours of the speedway. The cafeteria is open on racing nights, and the onsite camping grounds can accommodate 6,000 people.
Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln-they pass through here almost every other day. They're here on official visit of course but one can pass through here as a visitor too. One of only two birthplaces of American currency, the Bureau of Engraving and Printing conduct guided tours, giving one a peek into the intricacies that go into the money printing process. The facility also has a gallery/museum and three exhibits that are live demonstrations. The tours are also conducted in American Sign Language and Spanish. Audio description facilities are also provided for the visually impaired.
The Bass Performance Hall is a melting pot of culture and arts in the city. By presenting diverse performing arts and hosting large-scale cultural and social events, this grand edifice has connected Fort Worth to the people of the world. One of the many well-facilitated rental spaces that comprise this place, McDavid Stuido boasts of a classic ambiance with different arrangement styles catering to the exclusive needs of the client. With professional technicians and uncompromising hospitality services, you are definitely in for the best!
The nationally acclaimed Fort Worth Zoo is a pioneer in using natural habitats to showcase animals. Exotic animals are kept out of cages and left to freely roam in a natural environment. On most occasions, visitors are separated from the residents by only a river or a waterfall! Special exhibits include the world of primates, African Savannah, Asian falls and Texas wild. An onsite restaurant serves hamburgers, fries, pizza and BBQ, while a canopy of magnificent oak trees provides shelter from the hot Texas sun.