Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Arlington travel guide

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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.

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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

Arlington in June
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Arlington in June
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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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 $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Antonio, expect to pay about $21 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 Payless and Ace, among others, in Dallas.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Arlington, including Bus, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Austin, the bus ride to Arlington takes 200 miles and will cost you around $29. From Houston, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 230 miles.

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 $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Antonio, expect to pay about $21 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 Payless and Ace, among others, in Dallas.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Arlington, including Bus, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Austin, the bus ride to Arlington takes 200 miles and will cost you around $29. From Houston, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 230 miles.

Airports near Arlington

ACTWaco
DFWDallas/Fort Worth
DALDallas Love Field

Airlines serving Arlington

Lufthansa
Good (7,208 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,089 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,975 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,891 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,818 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,859 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,593 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,671 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,347 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,304 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,320 reviews)
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Where to stay in Arlington

Average rates range from around $159 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $286 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas-Arlington North-Entertainment District and Comfort Suites Arlington - Entertainment District. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Arlington, with prices from $49 to $690 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Arlington are about 28% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Arlington by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Arlington

Most booked hotels in Arlington

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Loews Arlington Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 328 reviews)
$221+
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Live By Loews, Arlington, Tx
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 790 reviews)
$236+
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Grand Hyatt DFW
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 865 reviews)
$273+
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Hyatt Place DFW
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1323 reviews)
$147+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Arlington North 6 Flags Dr
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1574 reviews)
$115+
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Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1151 reviews)
$324+
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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 $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Arlington is Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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 $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Arlington is Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Arlington

Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$48/day

Standard

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$48/day

Full-size
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