Planning Your Visit
Area Attractions
Beneath Fort Worth’s metropolitan sheen, the welcoming spirit of the Old West still lives. During your visit, be sure to check out these memorable areas.
- Downtown Fort Worth District: One of the most exciting and pedestrian-friendly downtown areas in the nation.
- Historic Stockyards District: This down-home district boasts 15 square blocks of tradition, nightlife, family fun and great shopping.
- Cultural District: The Fort Worth Cultural District features five internationally-recognized museums in a beautiful park-like setting.
- West 7th District: A vibrant, urban village unsurpassed for those seeking style, taste and experiences.
- Near Southside District: An eclectic area offering a variety of unique, locally owned, “unchained” dining and shopping.
- Clearfork: Miles of riverfront access, social events, outdoor recreation and a blend of retail, dining, and entertainment in the heart of Fort Worth.
- TCU District: Surrounded by mature oak trees, TCU's campus is nestled in the heart of the city—between quiet neighbors and bustling eateries. This is where Horned Frogs play, live, work and shop.
Where To Stay
TCU Area Hotels
These hotels offer discounts to TCU prospective students and their families. Use the links below or contact the hotels for information on rates and availability.
HYATT PLACE FORT WORTH/TCU | (682)385-9743 On the TCU Campus |
THE ASHTON – DOWNTOWN | (817) 332-0100 Approximately 4 miles from TCU |
COURTYARD FORT WORTH UNIVERSITY DRIVE | (817) 335-1300 Approximately 1 mile from TCU |
COURTYARD FORT WORTH DOWNTOWN/BLACKSTONE | (817) 885-8700 Approximately 4 miles from TCU |
EMBASSY SUITES DOWNTOWN | (817) 332-6900 Approximately 4 miles from TCU |
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA – MEDICAL CENTER | (817) 338-4808 Approximately 1 mile from TCU |
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES | (817) 335-2000 Approximately 1 mile from TCU |
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES DOWNTOWN/CONVENTION CENTER | (817) 529-9200 Approximately 4 miles from TCU |
HAMPTON INN BY HILTON | (817) 346-7845 Approximately 6 miles from TCU |
HILTON FORT WORTH | (817) 870-2100 Approximately 4 miles from TCU |
HILTON GARDEN INN MEDICAL CENTER | (817) 921-0788 Approximately 3 miles from TCU |
HILTON HOMEWOOD SUITES CITYVIEW | (817) 585-1160 Approximately 6 miles from TCU |
HILTON HOMEWOOD SUITES MEDICAL CENTER | (817) 921-0202 Approximately 3 miles from TCU |
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS | (817) 292-4900 Approximately 6 miles from TCU |
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS DOWNTOWN | (817) 698-9595 Approximately 3 miles from TCU |
HOMEWOOD SUITES MEDICAL CENTER |
(817) 921-0202 Approximately 3 miles from TCU |
HOTEL REVEL | (817) 928-3688 Approximately 2.5 miles from TCU |
RENAISSANCE WORTHINGTON HOTEL | (817) 870-1000 Approximately 4 miles from TCU |
SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT - FORT WORTH UNIVERSITY | (817) 878-2554 Approximately 2 miles from TCU |
SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT - FORT WORTH HISTORIC STOCKYARDS | (817) 231-7380 Approximately 6 miles from TCU |
TOWNEPLACE SUITES FORT WORTH SOUTHWEST/TCU AREA | (817) 732-2224 Approximately 3.5 miles from TCU |
TOWNEPLACE SUITES FORT WORTH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER | (817) 632-0800 Approximately 2 miles from TCU |
Maps & Directions
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Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is 25 miles from TCU. Shuttle, train, taxi and car rental services are available at the terminal.
Love Field is 35 miles from TCU. Shuttle, taxi and car rental services are available at the terminal.
Airport Shuttle
Super Shuttle is available to or from the D/FW Airport. They may be reached by calling
800-BLUE-VAN or 817-329-2000. No reservations are required from the airport, however,
for trips to the airport, reservations are necessary. Reservations from the airport
can be made at the Super Shuttle phone in the terminal. Shuttles depart every 30 minutes
(approximately) from D/FW Airport. Return arrangements must be made two hours prior
to a desired pick-up time.
Rail Service
The TEX Rail links Terminal B at the D/FW Airport to downtown Fort Worth.
Taxis
Taxi fare from downtown Fort Worth to the campus is about $10. Allow 45 minutes for
the trip from D/FW Airport to TCU. The fare is approximately $50 one way.
Driving to TCU
TCU is located four miles southwest of downtown Fort Worth on University Drive. Google Maps provides the most accurate directions to campus. You can enter our parking lot at
the corner of W. Berry Street and Wabash Avenue.
From the D/FW Airport, follow the South airport exit. Take 360 South to Arlington. From 360 follow signs to I-30 West to Fort Worth. Travel through to Fort Worth (past Six Flags and the Ballpark). Travel through downtown and exit University Drive South. TCU is 2 miles from the Interstate.
From the north or south, take I-35 West to I-30 West. Travel through downtown and exit University Drive South. TCU is 2 miles from the Interstate.
From the west or east, exit I-30 to University Drive South. The campus is about 2 miles from the Interstate.
- Continuing south on University, drive through the center of campus and turn right on W. Berry Street. (immediately after Chase Bank)
- Continue west to the intersection of W. Berry and Wabash Ave.
- Turn right into the parking lot entrance at Wabash Avenue. Park in any spot with white stripes.