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 Turo, 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 Turo, among others, in Dallas.

Airports near Arlington

ACTWaco
DFWDallas/Fort Worth
DALDallas Love Field

Airlines serving Arlington

Lufthansa
Good (8,219 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,209 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,061 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,477 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,548 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (953 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,176 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,980 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,594 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,473 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,386 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,046 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,887 reviews)
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Where to stay in Arlington

Average rates range from around $154 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $109 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 $43 to $346 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Arlington are about 126% 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, 841 reviews)
$150+
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Live! by Loews - Arlington, TX
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 930 reviews)
$251+
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Loews Arlington Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 555 reviews)
$219+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Arlington North 6 Flags Dr
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1744 reviews)
$111+
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Tru by Hilton Grand Prairie Dallas
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 357 reviews)
$92+
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Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1225 reviews)
$332+
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Renting a car in Arlington

Renting a car in Arlington costs $46 per day, on average, or $139 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 14% cheaper than airport locations in Arlington.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Arlington, while also 19% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Arlington costs $46 per day, on average, or $139 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 14% cheaper than airport locations in Arlington.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Arlington, while also 19% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Arlington

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$34/day

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Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$36/day

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