Few places take their sports as seriously as Dallas–Fort Worth. Between the Cowboys, the Rangers, the Mavericks, the Stars and FC Dallas, this is a metroplex built around game day — and the good news is that you don't need a ticket to a sold-out game to walk the same tunnels, stand on the same turf, and soak up the history. Stadium tours here are some of the best in the country, and they're genuinely fun even if you're only a casual fan.
This guide walks you through what's worth touring, how to combine venues in a single day, and how to fit a stadium visit into a broader trip around Dallas and Fort Worth. You'll find our curated Sports & Stadium Tours throughout, along with a few crossover ideas for the non-fans in your group.
The big venues worth touring
DFW's sports landmarks are spread across several cities, so knowing what each offers helps you plan.
AT&T Stadium (Arlington) — home of the Cowboys
The crown jewel for most visitors. "Jerry World" is famous for its sheer scale, its massive video board, and a serious contemporary art collection tucked throughout the concourses. Guided tours typically take you into areas fans rarely see on game day — think field level, the locker rooms, the press areas and premium clubs (access varies by tour and event schedule).
The Star (Frisco) — the Cowboys' HQ
The Star is the team's world headquarters and practice facility, and it doubles as a lively dining-and-shopping district. It's a great pick if you want a more behind-the-scenes, day-to-day look at how an NFL franchise operates.
Globe Life Field (Arlington) — home of the Rangers
The Rangers' retractable-roof ballpark sits right next door to AT&T Stadium, which makes Arlington's entertainment district a two-for-one dream for sports fans.
Choosing the right tour for your trip
Because the venues are in different suburbs, the smartest question isn't just "which stadium?" — it's "how do I get there and how much do I want to see?" Here are the main ways to approach it.
If you want to focus on the Cowboys
You can zero in on a single Cowboys landmark with the Dallas Cowboys Stadium Or The Star in Frisco with Transportation. Bundling transportation is a big deal here — Arlington and Frisco are not walkable from downtown Dallas, and parking logistics can eat into your day. Letting someone else drive means you actually enjoy the visit.
If you want the stadium plus the city
Short on time? The Dallas and Cowboys Stadium Combo Tour pairs a stadium visit with the highlights of Dallas itself, so you knock out the must-see sports stop and the city's landmarks in one outing. This is a strong choice for first-time visitors who want a bit of everything.
If you want to hit multiple venues
For the die-hards, the DFW Sports Fan AdvenTOUR (A&T Stadium, AAC, Globe Life & More!) is built exactly for you. It's designed to string together several of the metroplex's biggest sports sites in a single guided experience — ideal when you'd rather see a lot than go deep on any one venue.
A quick planning checklist
- Check the event calendar first. Tour access to fields, locker rooms and clubs is often restricted on game days and during private events. Flexible dates give you the fullest experience.
- Sort out transportation early. Venues are spread across Arlington, Frisco and beyond. Tours that include a ride save you rental-car and parking headaches.
- Wear comfortable shoes. Stadium tours cover a lot of ground and stairs.
- Budget extra time in Arlington. With AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field side by side, it's easy to make a half- or full-day of it.
- Bring a camera. The video boards, the fields and the art at AT&T Stadium are all made for photos.
Rounding out a sports-focused trip
Even the most committed fan usually has a travel companion who's here for something else — or a few free hours between tours. DFW makes that easy.
See the rest of the metroplex
If you want the classic overview, our Sightseeing & City Tours category is a good starting point, and the 75 Min Dallas City Highlights Tour is an efficient way to get your bearings. To pair Dallas with Cowtown in a single day, the Dallas & Fort Worth Combo City Sightseeing Tour Small-Group covers both hubs.
Lean into Fort Worth's Western side
Fort Worth's Stockyards are a natural companion to a sports weekend — same big-Texas energy, different flavor. Dig into the area's History & Cultural Tours, or explore on your own with the FW Stockyards All-Inclusive, Self-Guided Food & History Tour.
Eat like a local
Tailgating aside, DFW has a serious food scene. Our Food & Drink Tours are a fan-favorite way to refuel — the Dallas Food Tour with 5 Local Food Tastings in Deep Ellum Area pairs great bites with one of the city's most creative neighborhoods.
Make time for Dallas history
No first trip to Dallas is complete without understanding Dealey Plaza. If your itinerary allows, our JFK Tours — including the 1-Hour JFK Assassination Walking Tour — offer a moving, well-guided complement to a lighter sports-focused day.
The bottom line
For a sports fan, DFW is close to a bucket-list destination — and the stadium tours let you get closer to the action than a game ticket ever could. If you only do one thing, tour a Cowboys landmark with transportation included so the logistics don't slow you down. If you have the time and the appetite, chain several venues together and make a full day of it. Either way, browse the full lineup in our Sports & Stadium Tours collection and build the game plan that fits your trip.
