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Fort Worth Herd

131 East Exchange, Fort Worth, TX 76106
817 336 4373
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Ranked #17 of 72 attractions in Fort Worth
4.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: Performances
Description: See a mini cattle drive (daily).
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Austin, TX
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Only in Fort Worth would you find something like this. For visitors to the DFW metroplex, they need to experience this to understand how different Fort Worth and Dallas really are. When in town for TCU graduation, I decided to to take my mother to view the cattle drive down Exchange Blvd. She certainly is no cowgirl, but she thought... More

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Fort Worth
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Real western atmosphere when the herd moves thru the Sockyards. Great for the kids. More

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Willow Park, Texas
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Having lived in Ft Worth over 50 years the sight of some longhorns doesn't really get the juices flowing. But thinking back I do remember another era when the Stockyards were bustling with thousands of cattle being moved and the smells and sounds of the Armor and Swift plants filled the air. Cokers Hats were the best. None of the... More

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Austin, Texas
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66 reviews 66 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

A great sight for a family outing-- interesting once, but no more than that (unless with small children). Seeing the cowboys and cowgirls with the cattle is fun, but not an all day activity. Plan to spend some time in the stock yards at the maze or for lunch after the herd goes by. More

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Austin, Texas
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

This was really unique to see just went by so quickly! More

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Fort Worth, Texas
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

For kids or tourists who are not familiar with livestock up close and personal this is a real thrill! More

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Dallas
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

These are the cleanest cows you will ever see - and I think they have at least one of every color available! A unique place to take visitors and get some great "Only in Texas" photos. More

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Fort Worth, Texas
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

I love my city and this is a hertiage we embrace. To know the history of this city you will understand our pride in this event that takes place in the Stockyards. These are amazing animals and are worth time to see them. More

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Grapevine, Texas
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

As a local I have always enjoyed seeing this event and have never been disappointed when bringing friend and family to see what Fort Worth once was. The cattle drive is just the tip of the ice berg of what the Fort Worth Stockyards have to offer. More

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Fort Worth, Texas
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

Don't even think about missing out on the experience!! More

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