Explore Fort Worth’s history and culture in an open-air van tour. Discover iconic landmarks and breathtaking landscapes with a professional guide.
Explore Fort Worth’s history and culture in an open-air van tour. Discover iconic landmarks and breathtaking landscapes with a professional guide.
- Sundance Square - Sundance Square blends historic Western architecture with contemporary design across its pedestrian-friendly 37-square-block downtown area, featuring shopping, dining, art galleries, entertainment, professional offices, and residential spaces. Its plaza is recognized as one of the nation’s premier outdoor gathering places, often…
- Sundance Square - Sundance Square blends historic Western architecture with contemporary design across its pedestrian-friendly 37-square-block downtown area, featuring shopping, dining, art galleries, entertainment, professional offices, and residential spaces. Its plaza is recognized as one of the nation’s premier outdoor gathering places, often called the “living room of Fort Worth.” Visitors are invited to discover its murals, playful water fountains, courtyards, unique local shops, delicious food, and live music.
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Fort Worth - Rails and Reflection
Heading South to the T&P Station
Continuing south, the journey passes the Texas and Pacific Railway Station. This Art Deco gem is a reminder of 1931, when the railroad was vital to the city’s economy.
The Water Gardens: Just a block away, the Fort Worth Water Gardens offer a “cooling oasis” with its architectural wonder of cascading water. Visitors can walk down into the Active Pool, surrounded by the sound of rushing water.
JFK Memorial: On the return to the center, the JFK Tribute is passed. This marks the location outside the former Hotel Texas where President Kennedy delivered his final public speech on the morning of November 22, 1963.
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Fort Worth - Water Garden. Continuing south, the route passes the Texas and Pacific Railway Station. This Art Deco masterpiece is a reminder of 1931, when the railroad was crucial to the city’s economy.
The Water Gardens: Just a block away, the Fort Worth Water Gardens provide a “cooling oasis” and are an architectural marvel. - JFK Tribute - On the return to the center, the JFK Tribute is passed. This marks the location outside the former Hotel Texas where President Kennedy delivered his final public speech on the morning of November 22, 1963.
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Fort Worth - The tour passes the iconic Bass Performance Hall, easily identified by the 48-foot tall limestone angels playing trumpets on the facade.
Sid Richardson Museum: The tour stops here to view one of the leading collections of Western Art in the US. Visitors can see the American West through the works of masters like Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell.
The Tarrant County Courthouse: At the end of Main Street stands the pink Texas granite courthouse. Visitors can enter the 1895 Room, a beautifully restored area that reflects the Victorian-era grandeur of the building’s origins. - Tarrant County Courthouse - The Tarrant County Courthouse was designed by the architectural firm of Frederick C. Gunn and Louis Curtiss and constructed by the Probst Construction Company of Chicago, 1893–1895. It is a pink Texas granite building in Renaissance Revival style, closely resembling the Texas State Capitol except for the clock tower. The cost was $408,840, and citizens considered it such a public extravagance that a new County Commissioners’ Court was elected in 1894.
- Fort Worth - PLEASE NOTE: THE 70-MINUTE TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE THE STOCKYARDS.
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Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District - The Stockyards National Historic District
The tour leaves downtown and heads north to the Stockyards. Here, the pavement turns to brick, and the history of the cattle drives comes to life.
The Herd: With the right timing, the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive can be witnessed, where real Texas Longhorns are driven down Exchange Avenue by authentic drovers.

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Experience the essence of Fort Worth in a distinctive and relaxed manner with our Van Tour. Select either a 70-minute or 3-hour option. Please be aware that the 70-minute tour excludes the Stockyards. Discover the fascinating history, lively culture, and stunning scenery of this renowned Texas city with an expert tour guide. Whether you’re a resident…
Experience the essence of Fort Worth in a distinctive and relaxed manner with our Van Tour. Select either a 70-minute or 3-hour option. Please be aware that the 70-minute tour excludes the Stockyards. Discover the fascinating history, lively culture, and stunning scenery of this renowned Texas city with an expert tour guide. Whether you’re a resident wanting to reconnect with your hometown or a traveler keen to explore Fort Worth’s allure, our guided tour guarantees a memorable journey.
- PLEASE NOTE: THE 70-MINUTE TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE THE STOCKYARDS.
- Texas law mandates that children under 8 years old, unless they are taller than 4 ft 9 in, must be secured in an appropriate Child Passenger Safety seat or booster seat.
- Accessibility Notice Please note that Fun Texas Tours vans are not wheelchair accessible. Guests who use wheelchairs or require special accommodations must contact Fun Texas Tours in advance at 214-728-8528 to discuss possible arrangements.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.