Arlington Unleashed: Your 5-day Adventure Guide

Discover Arlington's charm without breaking the bank.

21 June 2023

Traveling to Arlington on a limited budget doesn't have to be a headache. Enjoy the lush greenery of the gorgeous parks such as River Legacy and the stunning AT&T Stadium, where you can find inexpensive games on various sports. Do not forget to visit the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame and do a few strikes.

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Day 1

Exploring the City

Check into affordable and comfy hotel like the Days Inn by Wyndham Arlington
Fuel up at Digg's Tacos with their amazing chicken tacos
Visit the iconic AT&T Stadium for a tour and a peek into the Cowboy's Stadium
Move onto to the International Bowling Hall of Fame for some good family fun
Take a break at The Tipsy Oak for a refreshing drink or two

Day 2

Adventuring Around Town

Head to Six Flags Over Texas for an adrenaline-pumping day
Try out Mr. Gatti's Pizza for unique and delicious pizza flavours
Explore the aviation history at the C.R. Smith Museum
Go mini-golfing at Putt-Putt Fun Center
End the day with a Texan feast at Babes Chicken Dinner House

Day 3

Arlington's Culture

Start the day with The Tin Cup Café's hearty breakfast
Visit the Arlington Museum of Art to see the art scene in town
Take a walk in the Veterans Park to appreciate the local's unique culture
Grab a bite from the various stalls at Texas Live!
Catch a concert or a show at the Arlington Music Hall

Day 4

Arlington's Outdoors

Spend the day in nature at the River Legacy Park
Head to The Grease Monkey for one of the best burgers in town
Explore the beautiful Arlington Lake
Relax at the Tails & Trails Dog Park
Grab drinks at the J. Gilligans for some chill vibes

Day 5

Shop Till you drop

Take a stroll in The Parks at Arlington mall
Recharge at the local’s fave ice cream joint, Splitsville
Get some classic Texan merch at The Shop at AT&T Stadium
Have a light lunch at the quaint Queenie's Steakhouse
Buy souvenirs at the picturesque Historic Downtown Village of Arlington
End your Arlington adventure on a high note, feeling satisfied that you've seen all the best things the place has to offer.

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How to get there

Plane

The best way to get to Arlington by plane is to fly into Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). From DFW, you can take a taxi, Uber, or Lyft to Arlington (approximately 20-minute drive). Another nearby airport is Dallas Love Field (DAL), which is located about 20 miles from Arlington.

Car

Driving to Arlington is relatively easy as it is located near major highways. If coming from the north, take Interstate 35W South, or if coming from the east or west, take Interstate 20. If coming from the south, take Interstate 45 north to Interstate 20 west to Arlington.

Train

Unfortunately, there is no train station in or near Arlington, Texas.

Boat

There are no major bodies of water near Arlington, so traveling by boat is not an option.

Bus

A good option to get to Arlington by bus is to take the Greyhound bus to the Dallas Greyhound Station, then transfer to the Tarrant County Transportation Services (The T) to Arlington (approximately 45-minute bus ride).