Donna Cottage Guidebook
Food & Shopping
This living museum pays tribute to Fort Worth’s Wild West heyday with daily cattle drives and plenty of restaurants serving up cowboy cuisine.
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Fort Worth Stockyards
131 E Exchange AveThis living museum pays tribute to Fort Worth’s Wild West heyday with daily cattle drives and plenty of restaurants serving up cowboy cuisine.
Named for the Sundance Kid – partner to the infamous Butch Cassidy – this 35-block district has been entertaining Fort Worth visitors since the city’s Wild West days.
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Einkaufszentrum Sundance Square
420 Main StNamed for the Sundance Kid – partner to the infamous Butch Cassidy – this 35-block district has been entertaining Fort Worth visitors since the city’s Wild West days.
With free Wi-Fi, weekly events, a dog park, walking trails, a children's park, several restaurants, food trucks and a performance pavilion, Klyde Warren Park is not your typical green space. Built over the Woodall Rogers Freeway.
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Klyde Warren Park
2012 Woodall Rodgers FwyWith free Wi-Fi, weekly events, a dog park, walking trails, a children's park, several restaurants, food trucks and a performance pavilion, Klyde Warren Park is not your typical green space. Built over the Woodall Rogers Freeway.
Trendy neighborhood featuring galleries, shops, antique stores and restaurants.
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Bishop Arts District
414 W Davis StTrendy neighborhood featuring galleries, shops, antique stores and restaurants.
Stylish restaurant marketplace in Dallas with some retail shops & city views from the vast patio.
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Trinity Groves
331 Singleton BlvdStylish restaurant marketplace in Dallas with some retail shops & city views from the vast patio.
The Dallas Farmers Market has been operating since 1941. The Dallas Farmers Market is The Shed and The Market. The weekly farmers market (Friday - Sunday) located in The Shed is a great way to find local produce and artisan goods. The 26,000 sf Market (open daily fro 10 am - 6 pm) includes local restaurants and gifts stores.
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Dallas Farmers Market
920 S Harwood StThe Dallas Farmers Market has been operating since 1941. The Dallas Farmers Market is The Shed and The Market. The weekly farmers market (Friday - Sunday) located in The Shed is a great way to find local produce and artisan goods. The 26,000 sf Market (open daily fro 10 am - 6 pm) includes local restaurants and gifts stores.
West 7th is the premiere shopping, dining and entertainment destination situated in the popular West Seventh Street District of Fort Worth, TX.
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West 7th Street
West 7th StreetWest 7th is the premiere shopping, dining and entertainment destination situated in the popular West Seventh Street District of Fort Worth, TX.
Southlake Town Square is a shopping precinct located in the city of Southlake, in the U.S. state of Texas. Centered on Southlake's Town Hall, Southlake Town Square is incorporating Southlake Town Hall, Southlake Municipal Court, Southlake Public Library, Southlake DPS Headquarters, single-family residential, over 100 stores, 27 eateries, three parks, medical offices, Harkins Theater, and Hilton luxury boutique hotel.
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Southlake Town Square
285 Grand AveSouthlake Town Square is a shopping precinct located in the city of Southlake, in the U.S. state of Texas. Centered on Southlake's Town Hall, Southlake Town Square is incorporating Southlake Town Hall, Southlake Municipal Court, Southlake Public Library, Southlake DPS Headquarters, single-family residential, over 100 stores, 27 eateries, three parks, medical offices, Harkins Theater, and Hilton luxury boutique hotel.
Museums
The museum is an 180,000 sq. ft. facility that is jam-packed with excellent hand's-on exhibits. This is a great activity for the whole family, as its attractions appeal to a wide range of age groups.
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Perot Museum of Nature and Science
2201 N Field StThe museum is an 180,000 sq. ft. facility that is jam-packed with excellent hand's-on exhibits. This is a great activity for the whole family, as its attractions appeal to a wide range of age groups.
Sitting across the street from the Dallas Museum of Art in the lively Arts District, the Nasher Sculpture Garden repeatedly wows locals and visitors with its striking indoor and outdoor galleries.
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Nasher Sculpture Center
2001 Flora StSitting across the street from the Dallas Museum of Art in the lively Arts District, the Nasher Sculpture Garden repeatedly wows locals and visitors with its striking indoor and outdoor galleries.
The Kimbell Art Museum has earned a reputation as one of the top small museums in the world. The facility itself is a work of art. Despite its modest size, this museum is a must-see for any art buff.
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Kimbell Art Museum
3333 Camp Bowie BlvdThe Kimbell Art Museum has earned a reputation as one of the top small museums in the world. The facility itself is a work of art. Despite its modest size, this museum is a must-see for any art buff.
Entertaining, interactive exhibits to inspire appreciation for science and history in visitors of all ages.
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Fort Worth Museum of Science and History - Omni Theater
1600 Gendy StEntertaining, interactive exhibits to inspire appreciation for science and history in visitors of all ages.
Sightseeing
Dallas is rich in green space. For respite from the big city, head to the 66 acres in White Rock Lake Park about 7 miles northeast of downtown.
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The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
8525 Garland RdDallas is rich in green space. For respite from the big city, head to the 66 acres in White Rock Lake Park about 7 miles northeast of downtown.
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden was established in 1934 and is the oldest major botanic garden in Texas, it is located in the heart of the cultural district. It is most popular areas are The Fuller, Rose, and Japanese Gardens.
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Fort Worth Botanic Garden
3220 Botanic Garden BlvdThe Fort Worth Botanic Garden was established in 1934 and is the oldest major botanic garden in Texas, it is located in the heart of the cultural district. It is most popular areas are The Fuller, Rose, and Japanese Gardens.
Those who have visited the Fort Worth zoo find plenty of aspects to praise, including the well-shaded pathways (lined with water misters to keep you cool on summer days) and the option to bring your own food and beverages.
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Fort Worth Zoo
1989 Colonial PkwyThose who have visited the Fort Worth zoo find plenty of aspects to praise, including the well-shaded pathways (lined with water misters to keep you cool on summer days) and the option to bring your own food and beverages.
The Dallas World Aquarium is not only an aquarium, but hosts a living rainforest! A visit here makes a great alternative to the Dallas Zoo, especially during the hot summer months.
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The Dallas World Aquarium
1801 N Griffin StThe Dallas World Aquarium is not only an aquarium, but hosts a living rainforest! A visit here makes a great alternative to the Dallas Zoo, especially during the hot summer months.
On the south end of downtown, you’ll find a beautiful and refreshing oasis. The Water Gardens is an architectural and engineering marvel to be enjoyed any time of the year. Visitors can experience a variety of water features as they wander through this relaxing urban park.
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Fort Worth Water Gardens
West Lancaster AvenueOn the south end of downtown, you’ll find a beautiful and refreshing oasis. The Water Gardens is an architectural and engineering marvel to be enjoyed any time of the year. Visitors can experience a variety of water features as they wander through this relaxing urban park.
Even if you're not interested in seeing a football game, you might still want to take a tour of this venue, which also houses an extensive collection of art. Recent visitors say that avid sports fans should tag along on the VIP tour, which leads attendees through the private suites, the press box, the locker rooms and even out onto the field.
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AT&T Stadium
1 AT&T WayEven if you're not interested in seeing a football game, you might still want to take a tour of this venue, which also houses an extensive collection of art. Recent visitors say that avid sports fans should tag along on the VIP tour, which leads attendees through the private suites, the press box, the locker rooms and even out onto the field.
A $65 million concert hall that is home to the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.
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Bass Performance Hall
525 Commerce StA $65 million concert hall that is home to the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.
The Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center is a concert hall located in the Arts District of downtown Dallas, Texas. Ranked one of the world's greatest orchestra halls, it was designed by architect I.M. Pei and acoustician Russell Johnson's Artec Consultants, Inc.
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Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Center
2301 Flora StThe Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center is a concert hall located in the Arts District of downtown Dallas, Texas. Ranked one of the world's greatest orchestra halls, it was designed by architect I.M. Pei and acoustician Russell Johnson's Artec Consultants, Inc.
Reunion Tower, an iconic Dallas landmark, offers panoramic 360-degree views of the Dallas skyline. Located next to the Hyatt Regency Dallas, the Reunion Tower GeO-Deck offers an indoor/outdoor observation deck, distinct dining options and unique entertaining spaces. Visit with family, friends, a group or your sweetheart to create unforgettable memories at 470 feet in the air!
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Reunion Tower
300 Reunion Blvd EReunion Tower, an iconic Dallas landmark, offers panoramic 360-degree views of the Dallas skyline. Located next to the Hyatt Regency Dallas, the Reunion Tower GeO-Deck offers an indoor/outdoor observation deck, distinct dining options and unique entertaining spaces. Visit with family, friends, a group or your sweetheart to create unforgettable memories at 470 feet in the air!
The Winspear is the centerpiece of the Arts Center - from Sammons Park and it's reflecting pool, to nearby Wyly Theater and Strauss Square for outdoor concerts. The beauiful Winspear is a strikingly contemporary theater - love the retracting chandelier. Find a performance you are interested in and enjoy this incredible venue! Check out the outdoor deck on the top floor for a beautiful view.
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Winspear-Opernhaus
2403 Flora StThe Winspear is the centerpiece of the Arts Center - from Sammons Park and it's reflecting pool, to nearby Wyly Theater and Strauss Square for outdoor concerts. The beauiful Winspear is a strikingly contemporary theater - love the retracting chandelier. Find a performance you are interested in and enjoy this incredible venue! Check out the outdoor deck on the top floor for a beautiful view.
Formerly named The Ballpark in Arlington, Ameriquest Field is the home of the Texas Rangers.
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Globe Life Park in Arlington
1000 Ballpark WayFormerly named The Ballpark in Arlington, Ameriquest Field is the home of the Texas Rangers.
This former warehouse district is now a funky nightlife and shopping area.
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Deep Ellum
This former warehouse district is now a funky nightlife and shopping area.
Amusement Parks
Six Flags Over Texas is a world-class theme park conveniently located between Dallas and Fort Worth in Arlington, Texas. This family-favorite destination features over 35 thrilling rides and attractions, exciting shows, concerts, and special events. The park sits on a beautiful 212 acres featuring lush landscape with over 150,000 flowers and plants.
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Six Flags Over Texas
2201 E Road to Six Flags StSix Flags Over Texas is a world-class theme park conveniently located between Dallas and Fort Worth in Arlington, Texas. This family-favorite destination features over 35 thrilling rides and attractions, exciting shows, concerts, and special events. The park sits on a beautiful 212 acres featuring lush landscape with over 150,000 flowers and plants.
North Texas' largest water park features 50 acres of rides & slides & a 1-million-gallon wave pool.
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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
1800 East Lamar BoulevardNorth Texas' largest water park features 50 acres of rides & slides & a 1-million-gallon wave pool.
NRH2O Family Water Park, located in North Richland Hills, Texas, was established in 1995 as the first municipally owned water park in Texas. The park has become a popular attraction in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This 17- acre water park includes 22 waterslides, the world's largest uphill watercoaster,a 5-level interactive water playground, a children's area, wave pool, endless river, a “tween” area featuring a “lagoon” style pool, tech deck and sand volleyball court and the Viper, the first of its kind in the world! NRH2O is known in the Metroplex for its safe, friendly, clean environment and reasonable prices. NRH2O traditionally opens the week before Memorial Day and closes after Labor Day.
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NRH2O Familien-Wasserpark
9001 26 BlvdNRH2O Family Water Park, located in North Richland Hills, Texas, was established in 1995 as the first municipally owned water park in Texas. The park has become a popular attraction in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This 17- acre water park includes 22 waterslides, the world's largest uphill watercoaster,a 5-level interactive water playground, a children's area, wave pool, endless river, a “tween” area featuring a “lagoon” style pool, tech deck and sand volleyball court and the Viper, the first of its kind in the world! NRH2O is known in the Metroplex for its safe, friendly, clean environment and reasonable prices. NRH2O traditionally opens the week before Memorial Day and closes after Labor Day.
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Verkehrsmittel
Cars are the best way to get around
Cars are the best way to get around, especially in the suburbs where there is no public transportation (Arlington included).
The Trinity Metro TexRail runs from DFW Airport to downtown Fort Worth with multiple stops along the way.
The DART Train is much more expansive (runs from DFW Airport) and has more connecting services in downtown Fort Worth and downtown Dallas.
Both Dallas and Fort Worth have bus options for public transport.
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Many free activities available
With TWO major cities to choose from, there is no shortage of activity or sightseeing.
Dowtown Fort Worth provides free parking on the weekends.
Free activities in Fort Worth:
- Stockyards National Historic District
- Sundance Square
- Kimbell Art Museum
- Fort Worth Water Gardens
- West 7th Street
Free activities in Dallas:
- Dallas Museum of Art
- Nasher Sculpture Center
- Klyde Warren Park
- Bishop Arts District
- Trinity Groves
- Dallas Farmers Market
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Southern Hospitality!
Don't be surprised if a stranger starts a conversation with you! Southern hospitality and friendliness runs deep in Texas.
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Dress for the Weather
Texas weather changes frequently. Be sure to check the forecast and pack accordingly.
General rule of thumb for summertime: Pack light clothing as Texas summers get very hot (especially July & August).
General rule of thumb for winter: Texas winters are relatively mild. Sleet is more likely to happen than snow.
General rule of thumb for fall/spring: Texas weather is pleasant, but the forecast changes most frequently during these seasons.