Skip the air travel and treat Fort Worth like a tourist

What do you do on vacation? You can do those same things here while being a tourist in your own city.

A row of bungalows made from shipping containers are pictured on a sunny day outdoors.

Lean into the tourist travel with a staycation at Hotel Otto — it features bungalows made of shipping containers. | Photo by FTWtoday

Compared to a year ago, the cost of domestic air travel is up 18%, and international travel costs 7.5% more. That’s the perfect excuse to skip the TSA line and pretend you’re on vacation in DFW at these local spots:

  • The Dallas City Pass offers discounted entry to some of the most-visited spots in the metroplex, including AT&T Stadium, Perot Museum of Nature and Science, and the Dallas Zoo.
  • Want to lounge by the pool? A day pass at Hotel Otto gives you access to the outdoor pool at the micro-resort, plus its range of food + drink options available for purchase.
  • When we visit other places, learning about local culture is always a highlight. You can do the same in the Fort Worth Cultural Districtthis guide gives you the perfect two-hour trip.
  • Of course, no tourist’s agenda is complete without at least one viewing of the daily cattle drive in the Stockyards. Free activities for the win.
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