Historic Sites in Eagle Mountain Lake

"The historic district, the Fort Worth Stockyards, displays Western heritage proudly. In this district, there is shopping and entertainment capped off with cattle marching through the district twice a day. These ‘Gram shots you take here will make it look like you’ve been transported back into time of the Wild West!"

"There is all kinds of fun to be had while visiting the historic Stockyards. They’ve got original shops, museums, a petting zoo, and more. : Be sure to be at the Stockyards be either 11:30 AM or 4:00 Pm on the day you visit because this is when they do the longhorn cattle drive."

"Pearl's Dance Hall might just be the best place for traditional country, honky-tonk and swing music in Fort Worth. You will find true cowboys and cowgirls on the hardwood floor. This saloon has plenty of room for dancing with your partner as well as a long mahogany bar."

"Besides the Texas Boardwalk, an outdoor living classroom with whispering tubes, hollow logs, and interactive question boards for kids, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden has 16 exhibits and gardens that are filled with cherry trees, roses, oak trees, sculptures, streams, fountains and more. The indoor garden area, which is near the entrance, has tropical plants and flowers that bloom almost year round. Be sure to buy fish food at the front desk before you make your way to the highlight of the Botanic Garden—The Japanese Garden."

"If you’re looking for more vacation places, you can’t go wrong with the Fort Worth Botanic Garden which is situated, perhaps fittingly, on Botanic Garden Boulevard. It is the oldest garden of its kind in Texas and was created in the year 1934. It’s a huge expanse that features more than 2,500 different flora species, spread across 21 themed gardens."

"Explore the oldest botanic garden in Texas, founded in 1935, while visiting Fort Worth. The Fort Worth Botanic Garden spans over 110 acres and has 23 specialty gardens. You don’t have to break the bank to view the 2,500 different plant species here either."

"Although “historical” villages are easy to balk at, Fort Worth’s Log Cabin Village avoids the gimmicks of similarly themed tourist traps by authentically displaying the Texas pioneer era. The “living history museum” is filled with preserved log cabins and furnishings. Costumed historical interpreters also staff the blacksmith shop and one-room schoolhouse, recreating such 19th-century tasks as metal-working and candle-making."

"Log Cabin Village is a living history museum telling the story of Texas’s pioneer era. This museum is owned and operated by the City of Fort Worth and offers visitors an educational experience with tours of 11 different locations on the property. The Log Cabin Village also hosts several events throughout the year including Cherokee basket weaving and a fire pit cooking class."

"Top O’Hill is one of the earliest casinos in all of Texas or America. Whenever someone wanted to gamble or enjoy a good time- they headed over to the Top O’Hill. But, all of this was illegal!"

"The tour guide has devoted the past 14 years uncovering the past of this location which is now a Baptist college."

"The Wharton-Scott House, also known as Thistle Hill, is a historic mansion located in Fort Worth. The Mansion was completed in 1904 and is now available for tours and rentals since its listing on the National Register of Historic Places. On the second Friday of each month, go beyond the standard tour for a chance to see the basement, carriage house, trunk room and servant quarters."

"Thistle Hill is one of the last remaining cattle baron mansions in Fort Worth. The home was originally built for Electra Waggoner, part-owner of the Waggoner Ranch. Today, the home is owned by Historic Fort Worth, who use the home for exhibits, events and tours."

"If you are a fun of tap beer, then Flying Saucer, which is located on 111 E. Third Street Fort Worth, TX 76102-4003, is your destination of choice when you are in town. They have over 100 tap beers that are accompanied with a perfect gourmet sandwich and sausage and cheese platter."

"The Flying Saucer has the most extensive list of beers and the largest covered beer garden and patio downtown. Keep up with the newest beer arrivals and earn your plate on the wall. The salads, pizzas, sandwiches, and brats with German potato salad and kraut are hard to beat."

"Macaroni Grill captures the Italian experience, down to each individual ingredient, and delivers the extraordinary flavors of Italy to ordinary life."

"Chadra Mezza & Grill serves authentic northern Lebanese in a welcoming atmosphere. Owned by Lebanese-born Nehme William Elbitar, the restaurant offers a menu of delicious traditional Lebanese cuisine infused with Mediterranean flavor in the form of small sharing plates of mezze like hummus, baba ganouj, muhummara, tabouli, and falafel, followed by hearty entrées such as maaloula, zaatar chicken, kebabs, kofta, and shwarmas. The delicious cuisine is accompanied by a selection of fine Lebanese wine and beers, and the restaurant offers a catering menu for special events and functions."

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"Located at the intersection of Magnolia Avenue and Henderson Street, the Magnolia Micro-Park is perfect for anyone interested in contemporary or public art. A large shipping container has been modified into a temporary art gallery. The park also includes colorful seating and several other spots that are perfect for your next Instagram photo."

"Let’s head to the city now to check out the scenic beauties for a bit. The River Legacy Park is one of the most beautiful parks beside the Trinity River in Arlington. Encompassing an area of more than 1031 acres of land- River Legacy Park is a great way to enjoy a summer afternoon."

"River Legacy Park is the heart of the park system in Arlington. With an area covering well over 1,000 acres, this park has some of the most amazing views in the region. Admission to the park is completely free, making this green filled place even more amazing."

"Taking over the nearby shut-down Le Cep space, Saint-Emilion flexes its Provencal prowess with a posh and elegant dining concept, Paris 7th. While Saint-Emilion was closed for repairs and to revamp its new casual bistro approach to French cuisine, Paris 7th serves classical dishes of escargot, caviar, duck foie gras and beef bourguignon. With more than 200 labels to choose from, Paris 7th offers an incredible wine list."

"Paris 7th features classic fine-dining French favorites in a spacious dining room. They have opened their doors to the public in 1985. since then, they have served authentic and unparalleled dishes and customer service."

"rise n°3 is inspired by the simplicity and versatility of the soufflé and the European way of celebrating the genuine pleasures of the table. Located at the corner of Ozona Blvd and Monahans Avenue. Serves Lunch, Dinner, Desserts & Drinks"

"rise nº3 offers sweet and savory souffles along with an extensive list of wines. Their souffle is their signature dish. They magically create the basic eggs into something more."

"My wife and I do a date night once a week, and this was a place that was on our radar and finally gave it a try. We both had wine flights which were great."