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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Arlington has to offer.
Where to Eat in Arlington
If you’re looking for affordable options, Soy Cowboy (888 Nolan Ryan Expy ste a) and The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Arlington (4001 Arlington Highlands Blvd.) 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 19 km from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Arlington is to pick up a car rental from Dallas, which is about 29 km from Arlington. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Ace, among others, in Dallas.
Airlines serving Arlington
Where to stay in Arlington
Average rates range from around $149 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $95 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Dallas Arlington South and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Arlington (I-20-Parks Mall) By IHG. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Arlington, with prices from $42 to $399 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Arlington are about 108% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Arlington
Most booked hotels in Arlington
Renting a car in Arlington
Renting a car in Arlington costs $42 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Arlington.
Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92.
Best car rental deals in Arlington
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$37/day
Standard
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$45/day