Fort Worth Championship Rodeo and Stockyards Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Stop by the former Hotel Texas, and visit the JFK Tribute; which honors President Kennedy’s historic stay in Fort Worth.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2

  Visit downtowns', Sundance Square Historic District where beautifully restored buildings and brick streets add to its charm. Learn of Fort Worth’s fascinating western history and colorful past…tales about the Chisholm Trail and the famous outlaws, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Hear stories about Hell’s Half Acre where saloons, gambling parlors and dance halls once flourished.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Then off to explore the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District, where the Old West comes to life! Begin your journey on Exchange Avenue, where the weathered brick streets are lined with historic barns, restaurants and saloons. Kids will enjoy the Maze, the Petting Zoo, the Mini-train and Pony Rides. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Fort Worth Stockyards, a living museum and learn about this historic area that speaks to a bygone era when the town was a stop for the legendary cattle drives on the Chisholm Trail. Experience the world’s only daily Cattle Drive as a team of genuine Texas cowboys drive a herd of Texas Longhorn Cattle down Exchange Avenue. Experience the thrilling Stockyards Championship Rodeo held in the historic Cowtown Coliseum. The rodeo features timed events such as tie-down roping, breakaway roping, team roping and barrel racing. Plus, exciting rough stock events including bull riding, bronc riding, bareback and ranch saddle bronc riding.

  3 hours • Admission ticket free
• 4

  Line up to witness the Texas Longhorn cattle drive. Catch a glimpse into Fort Worth’s rich Western heritage as the cattle drive travels through the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards on East Exchange Avenue. Every detail of the cattle drive—from the saddles and chaps to the boots and hats – is authentic and historically true.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5

  Stroll down Mule Alley, a lovely street, once home to the legendary Horse and Mule Barns. Today Mule Alley is beautifully restored and is home to a carefully curated collection of restaurants, shopping and dining destinations in historically preserved buildings.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6

  Visit the Livestock Exchange, the “Wall Street of the West” and learn about the livestock auctions where cattle and cotton were common currency and outlaws were folk heroes. Step into the past at the Stockyards Museum or climb up on a real Texas Longhorn Steer for a photo.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Stockyards Hotel

  Visit the historic Stockyards Hotel, known for its rich ancestry, historic architecture and unique character. Restored to its original grandeur, it is reflecting the cattle baron era of the Old West. Saddle up to the bar for a cool drink. The Stockyards Hotel is the shining star of the Stockyards National Historic District in Fort Worth, Texas. When you stay at the Stockyards Hotel, you experience a time when cattle were common currency, outlaws were folk heroes, and a single boutique hotel was known around the world for Texas-Style hospitality and comfort.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  White Elephant Saloon

  Step inside the White Elephant Saloon, site of Fort Worth's infamous gunfight in 1887. Originally located in dangerous Hells Half Acre, the White Elephant moved to the Historic Stockyards. The the interior was used in the filming of Walker Texas Ranger.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9

  Enjoy the thrilling Stockyards Championship Rodeo, held in the historic Cowtown Coliseum, home of the world’s first indoor rodeo. Watch timed events such as tie-down roping, breakaway roping, team roping and barrel racing. See nail biting rough stock events like bull riding, bronc riding, bareback and ranch saddle bronc riding at the world’s only year-round rodeo.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• (Pass by)

  Drive past Globe Life Field in Arlington, home of MLB's Texas Rangers and has been called the best baseball facility in the Major Leagues.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Drive by of the original Six Flags over Texas amusement park.

  Admission ticket free
• AT&T Stadium (Pass by)

  On the return drive to Dallas, enjoy a drive by of the famous AT&T Stadium, home to the Dallas Cowboys!

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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