Saddle up! Fort Worth Stockyards in Fort Worth, Texas has become the No. 1 destination for those hoping to channel their inner cowboys (or cowgirls!).

The historic district — the only city in the world that hosts a cattle drive featuring Texas Longhorns twice a day — is the official go-to for Hollywood when searching for an authentic backdrop for Westerns.Once a playing ground for notorious outlaws Butch Cassidy, Wyatt Earp and Bonnie and Clyde (who resided at The Stockyards Hotel), stars including Leighton Meester, Shelley Duvall, Taylor Hawkins and Bill Paxton all hail from Cowtown.Fans of 1883 will also remember Fort Worth as the starting point for James Dutton’s family as they join forces with Shea Brennan to lead their group to Oregon. “Of all the places I’ve filmed, Fort Worth is my favorite,” creator Taylor Sheridan — whose hit show, Yellowstone, celebrated the season 5 premiere at Hotel Drover near Mule Alley — has said.Those looking for an authentic Western experience need not look any further than the Stockyards.

With more than 40 bars and restaurants, several museums (including the Texas Rodeo Hall of Fame), tons of shopping, and plenty of live music options, there is no shortage of entertainment.Here are just a few must-see locations from your favorite movies and TV shows! Hooker’s Grill The take-out restaurant, known for its onion fried burgers, underwent a makeover to serve as The Texas House of Liquor & Sport, a gambling den in 1883.

After filming wrapped, owner Ruth Hooker opted to keep the revamped building as is — the only set that has remained after production ended. Cowtown Coliseum In 1983’s Tough Enough, Dennis Quaid’s Art Long participates in the Toughman Contest at the arena in order to support

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