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Bureau of Engraving and Printing Fort Worth

9100 Blue Mound Road · Fort Worth, TX

Why you should go…

The Bureau of Engraving and Printing's Western Currency Facility in Fort Worth is one of only two US sites that print paper currency. Its free Tour and Visitor Center offers a 45 minute self-guided walk with interactive exhibits on two floors, an educational film, and an enclosed walkway overlooking the production floor. The center is open Tuesday through Friday, and admission and parking are free.

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General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

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