Welcome, one and all, to your North Texas adventure. We can’t wait to share a few of our favorite things about Dallas-Fort Worth, a sophisticated and sprawling Metroplex that never loses sight of its dusty trail roots. In DFW, you’ll be able to indulge your cowboy kiddie dreams but also find some of the finest restaurants in the country, world-class museums and a vibrant nightlife scene. And if you’re a sports nut, well, we’re home to America’s Team and its $1.2 billion stadium. So pull on your boots (or jersey), saddle up and let’s ride.
DFW itinerary
Dining
Our favorite meals of 2010
We chowed our way through North Texas this year, and these were our yummiest moments. Read more
- DFW must-see icons: Joe T's highlights these must-see eateries
- For the expense account: Five steaks worth trying
- Best burgers: The Metroplex is flush with great burgers, but we've analyzed and ranked the best
- Best taco: Fuzzy's has become a TCU-area treasure
- Best of local chains: For local flavor try Babe's for Southern fried bliss
- National acclaim: Fort Worth's Ellerbe's one of America's best
- Hot right now: The 10 unavoidably hot restaurants of the moment
Find restaurants
- Area:
- Arlington
- Dallas
- Fort Worth
- Southlake
Local attractions
Billy Bob's Texas: Beyond the Bull
Think you know the world's largest honky tonk? Come with us into Billy Bob's, for a photo essay that goes beyond the bull. Read more
- Sixth Floor Museum: Visiting Dealey Plaza, where JFK was assasinated, is a haunting yet essential experience when visiting Dallas
- Best place to impress your snobby friends: Dallas' Nasher Sculpture Center is a soothing oasis
- FW cultural district: Kimbell museum, an architectural masterpiece, houses masterpieces
- 2011 calendar: Check out our super-sized 2011 big events calendar and save the date
- 2011 Dirty Dozen: Here's a 12-pack of events we're going gaga for this year
Favorite venues
- Dallas:
- Sixth Floor Museum
- Dallas World Aquarium
- Dallas Zoo
- Winspear Opera House
- House of Blues
- Nasher Sculpture Center
- Lakewood Theater
- Granda Theater
- Southfork Ranch
- Fort Worth:
- Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
- Kimbell Art Museum
- Fort Worth Zoo
- National Cowgirl Museum
- Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
- Stockyards Historic District
- Sundance Square
Find place to go
Nightlife
The hottest clubs in the Metroplex
Our nightlife guru lays out the perfect club for every night of the week. Read more
- Game on!: It's an East (Dallas) vs. West (Fort Worth) DFW nightclub all-star matchup
- Best local music spots: DFW may not have the rep of Austin, but we still have a strong collection of venues
- Split decision: A tale of two districts: Fort Worth's Sundance Square vs. West 7th
- Drinks you must try: Here are our 10 favorite sinfully persuasive pours
- Best damn sports bars: The Metroplex has a lot of great sports bars to tackle
- Is it getting hot 'round here?: Arlington has never been hotter, thanks to a swirl of big-time sports and sexy new rep
Nearby hotspots
Other helpful links
- Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau|
- Fort Worth Convention and Visitors Bureau|
- Arlington Convention and Visitors Bureau|
- DFW International Airport|
- Dallas Love Field Airport|
- Local hotels and lodging|
- Dallas Area Rapid Transit: Dallas bus and rail|
- The T: Fort Worth bus service|
- Trinity Railway Express: rail service between Fort Worth and Dallas
What do you think?
Use our comments section below to provide visitors with advice on where to eat, sleep, drink and party in the Metroplex.
