Arlington travel guide
Arlington Tourism | Arlington Guide
You're Going to Love Arlington
With a population of 365,438, Arlington is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Arlington deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Arlington
If you’re looking for affordable options, Piccolo Mondo (829 E. Lamar) and Uncle Julio's - Arlington (150 E Interstate 20) are great picks.
When to visit Arlington
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Arlington in July, when the average temperature is 86 °F, and the highest can go up to 95 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Arlington, with an average rainfall of 2″.
How to Get to Arlington
Plane
When flying to Arlington, you’ll arrive at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW), which is located 12 miles from the city center.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Arlington. The train journey from Arlington to Austin takes 5h 54m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Antonio, expect to pay about $16 for a 8h 30m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Arlington is to pick up a car rental from Dallas, which is about 18 miles from Arlington. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Dallas.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Arlington, including RedCoach, Tornado Bus and Bus. From Austin, the bus ride to Arlington takes 185 miles and will cost you around $50. From Houston, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 225 miles.
Airlines serving Arlington
Where to stay in Arlington
Average rates range from around $167 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $287 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas Arlington N Entertainment Dist. and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Dallas Arlington South.
Where to stay in popular areas of Arlington
Most booked hotels in Arlington
Renting a car in Arlington
Renting a car in Arlington costs $49 per day, on average, or $98 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Arlington.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Arlington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Arlington is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Volkswagen Passat or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Arlington
Full-size
5 Adults, 2 Bags
$31/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$31/day