Fort Worth, United StatesHalf dayLate afternoon
Fort Worth Stockyards
Ideal: Ideal for cowboy culture, history, family trips, photography, and classic Texas atmosphere.
The area was once one of the world's largest livestock markets and gave Fort Worth its Cowtown nickname. Today real cowboys drive a Texas Longhorn herd down Exchange Avenue twice daily — the only cattle drive in the world done twice a day, with real animals and real cowboys on a short route. Nearby Billy Bob's Texas bills itself as the world's largest honky-tonk and includes a live bull-riding arena.
Why go?
- To see Texas cowboy culture and western atmosphere
- To explore Fort Worth's historic identity
- For live shows, shops, and local food on a distinctive route
Travel tip
Check Longhorn cattle drive times so you do not miss the district's signature show.
