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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Arlington has to offer.

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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

Arlington in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Arlington in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
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.

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 Ace and Europcar, among others, in Dallas.

Plane

When flying to Arlington, you’ll arrive at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW), which is located 12 miles from the city center.

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 Ace and Europcar, among others, in Dallas.

Airports near Arlington

ACTWaco
DFWDallas/Fort Worth
DALDallas Love Field

Airlines serving Arlington

Lufthansa
Good (8,197 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,558 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,174 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,472 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,036 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,502 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,652 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,100 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,952 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,493 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,453 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,370 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,033 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,812 reviews)
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Where to stay in Arlington

Average rates range from around $158 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $144 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 $46 to $328 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Arlington are about 122% 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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Drury Plaza Hotel Dallas Arlington
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, 814 reviews)
$150+
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Live! by Loews - Arlington, TX
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 925 reviews)
$252+
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Loews Arlington Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 516 reviews)
$238+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Arlington North 6 Flags Dr
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1730 reviews)
$108+
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Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1216 reviews)
$332+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dallas Grand Prairie North
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1504 reviews)
$86+
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Renting a car in Arlington

Renting a car in Arlington costs $44 per day, on average, or $132 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 22% cheaper than airport locations in Arlington.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. 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 (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Arlington costs $44 per day, on average, or $132 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 22% cheaper than airport locations in Arlington.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. 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 (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Arlington

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$34/day

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$36/day

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