Fort Worth Historical Tour from Dallas Or Fort Worth

Overview

You can easily take advantage of learning Fort Worth's history, its depth of character and its uniqueness during this guided, small-group tour. After its birth in the 1840s, and especially between 1866 and 1890, drovers ran millions of cattle through Fort Worth on to the Red River, winding their way north to the rail heads in Abilene, Kansas via the Chisholm Trail.You will feel like you go back in time and wetness Daily Longhorn Cattle Drives. You will have time for a lunch. Please contact local supplier to confirm. Lunch is not included in this tour.

What's included

• ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan with driver
• ✓Professional historian guide
• ✓PLEASE NOTE: THE 70-MINUTE TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE THE STOCKYARDS.
• ✓Live Stock Exchange, 125-acre venue a must see in Fort Worth, home to the world’s only cattle drive

• ✕The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in.
• ✕Lunch
• ✕Gratuities

What you'll do

1. 1

   During the drive to Fort Worth, your driver/guide will share an informative overview of Texas history and the rich heritage of Fort Worth.Enjoy great scenery between Dallas and Fort Worth. You will see and hear the history from 1841 to today’s day.

   ⏱ 45 min
2. 2

   The urban park is frequently billed as a "cooling oasis in the concrete jungle" of downtown. Its focal points are three pools of water and a terraced knoll, which helps to shield the park from the rest of the City. The quiet, blue meditation pool is encircled with cypress trees and towering walls that are covered in thin plane of water that cascades almost 90 degrees down to the sunken blue water feature. The sound of the water on the walls evokes thoughts of a gentle rain shower. The aerating pool features multiple illuminated spray fountains under a canopy of large oak trees. The main attraction of the Water Gardens is the active pool, which has water cascading 38 feet (11 m) down terraces and steps into a small pool at the bottom. The active pool experience was built for people to be able to walk down the terraced steps to be surrounded by and experience the power, sounds and motion of water crashing around them.

   ⏱ 15 min
3. 3

   WHEN YOU JOIN THE TOUR FROM FORT WORTH, THAT IS EXACTLY WHERE YOUR TOUR WILL START Sundance Square fuses historical Western architecture with modern design across its walkable 37-square-block downtown campus of shopping, restaurants, art galleries, entertainment, professional offices, and residential living. Its plaza is rated as one of the nation’s top outdoor gathering spots and is referred to as the "living room of Fort Worth.” Visitors to Sundance Square are encouraged to explore its murals, whimsical water fountains, courtyards, one-of-a-kind local shops, great food, and live music.

   ⏱ 15 min
4. 4

   On November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy gave an impromptu speech to thousands of rain-drenched spectators on the front steps of the historic Hotel Texas, now the Hilton Fort Worth, followed by a formal presentation at the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce breakfast. The JFK Tribute in Fort Worth’s General Worth Square marks the place and occasion of the President's historic visit with a beautiful Lawrence Ludtke bronze statue of President Kennedy set within an elegant plaza. Selected quotes from a number of JFK's historic speeches including the famous quote pictured below (no faint hearts image) are featured throughout.

Availability & pricing

8 tour options available. Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• PLEASE NOTE: THE 70-MINUTE TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE THE STOCKYARDS. TRAVEL INSURANCE NOTICE: Due to frequent flight cancellations, Fun Texas Tours strongly recommends purchasing travel insurance. Please note: Once it is less than 24 hours before your tour starts, the company cannot make any changes, offer rescheduling, or issue refunds — under any circumstances. Children must be accompanied by an adult
• For children 0-2yrs old call office for discount but must provide child seat All children 3 and up must have regular priced ticket
• Our Fort Worth Tour offers two convenient departure locations: • Dallas Departure JFK Memorilal 646 Main St Dallas TX 75205 – The tour time is Approximately 4.5 to 5 Hours Guests departing from Dallas will enjoy a scenic drive to Fort Worth while a professional tour guide shares fascinating stories and history about Texas and Fort Worth along the way. Upon arrival in Fort Worth, Dallas guests will enjoy a 15-minute restroom and coffee break before beginning the city tour. • Fort Worth Departure-317 Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, USA Meeting/Departure Point – Two Tour Options Guests departing directly from Fort Worth can choose between: 70-Minute Highlights Tour 3-Hour Fort Worth Experience Please note: the 70-minute tour does not include the Stockyards.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.