Arlington Attractions
Whether you’re in town for a week or a weekend, tourist attractions in Arlington, Texas do not disappoint. Home to two professional sports empires, two Texas-sized theme parks, numerous world-class museums and restaurants, and so much more, Arlington is loaded with attractions that travelers adore.
Sports
The crack of the bat. The roar of the crowd. Nachos topped with jalapenos. Cold beer. These are just a few of the things you’ll find at some of Arlington’s most popular attractions — Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers games.
Mother and Son Take Selfie on Field at AT&T Stadium
Plan to catch a Dallas Cowboys game at the magnificent AT&T Stadium, the home turf of America’s Team. Sit back and enjoy as the Cowboys play to win another Super Bowl title. Other events are hosted at AT&T Stadium throughout the year — from boxing to Supercross — so be sure to check the stadium’s schedule to see what’s happening while you’re in Arlington.
Whatever you choose to do, don’t forget to sign up for a behind-the-scenes look at the stadium, field, and the Cowboys’ incredible artwork collection through a special stadium tour.
Texas Rangers - Globe Life Field Tour
Baseball fans won’t want to miss the chance to spend a lazy afternoon in the brand new Globe Life Field watching the Texas Rangers take the field. At Globe Life Field, you can beat the Texas heat and watch the game in the comfort of an air-conditioned stadium. Enjoy the various bars, restaurants, and clubs that make this one of the MLB’s most prized locales.
Theme Parks
A visit to Arlington is not complete without a visit to one of its two Six Flags theme parks: Six Flags Over Texas and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, both filled with rides, fun, and delicious grub.
At Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, visitors can spend a hot summer day spiraling down Atlantic Panic, a high-walled slide roaring with rough Atlantic storm waters. Or they can take a relaxing and scenic raft cruise down a slow-moving lazy river. Guests love catching the waves at Surf Lagoon--a million-gallon wave pool that makes king-sized waves in an ocean of fun for all ages.
Get ready to scream your head off at Six Flags Over Texas Texas as you dangle by a thread from a 400-foot tower on the SkyScreamer, or as you ride the world’s original runaway mine car on a fast-paced zip through an old mining town on the Runaway Mine Train.
Museums
To add a little culture to your visit, plan a visit to one of Arlington’s many excellent museums. For engaging art museums, head to The Gallery at UTA or the Arlington Art Museum.
Can’t get enough sports? Neither can we. Don’t miss the chance to visit the one-of-a-kind International Bowling Museum, an expansive space that pays homage to this great and wonderful sport. It’s also attached to the Bowling Hall of Fame, so make it a day of bowling fun.
True Cowboys fans will want to get to Stoney’s Cowboys Museum to get a close-up look at one die-hard fan’s shrine to the Lone Star team. Located in Stoney’s home, this museum is overflowing with cowboys memorabilia, odds and ends, and hard-to-find goods.
Bars & Restaurants
Beyond the sports entertainment, arts scene, and theme parks, Arlington is a popular destination for world-class bars and restaurants. People flock from all over to dine at local hot-spots like Babe’s Chicken Dinner House, Chamas Do Brazil Brazilian Steakhouse, or Mariano’s Mexican Restaurant.
But Arlington’s amazing spread is best on display at Texas Live!, a vibrant entertainment center featuring a variety of restaurants, cocktail bars, and giant sports TVs. Guy Fieris’ Taco Joint, Troy Aikman’s Troy’s, Ivan Rodgriguez’s Pudge’s Pizza and so much more. Everyone is sure to find something to enjoy at this lively hub.