Located between Dallas and Fort Worth, Arlington is best known as the home of the Texas Rangers baseball team and the Dallas Cowboys football team. Dubbed as the entertainment capital of North Texas, the city takes pride in its affordability and countless opportunities available. From professional sports, live music, and theme parks to mouth watering food, arts, and culture, you’ll never run out of activities to choose from!

1. POPULAR ATTRACTIONS

• Take a tour at Cowboys AT&T Stadium, the Dallas Cowboys football team! Experience throwing the ball on the field and admire the works of art displayed throughout the stadium. Whether you’re a diehard fan or not, there is something for everyone! Different tours are available such as a VIP guided tour, self-guided tour, educational tour, and art tour. 
• Formerly known as Globe Life Park, the Choctaw Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium for all kinds of events and the home of the Texas Rangers. Aside from watching sporting events and major concerts, fans can also avail themselves of a pregame tour during gameday, wherein students can learn all things baseball and the history of the stadium. 

• Six Flags over Texas has a wide variety of activities and entertainment for all ages! From pulse-pounding rides, live shows, delicious snacks, and so much more, you’ll never run out of options to choose from! If you’re seeking the kind of entertainment that you’ll be talking about for years to come, this is the place for you.  

2. ARTS AND CULTURE

• The Arlington Museum of Art (AMA): showcases exhibits that inspire and captivate tourists from all over the world. Past exhibits include the art of Salvador Dalí, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, and Jackson Pollock. The museum also features artworks by students from Arlington Independent School District for an entire month every year.  
• Located at the University of Texas at Arlington, The Gallery at UT Arlington features a wide array of artworks by renowned artists in a variety of mediums, including drawings, paintings, sculpture, and even performance art. Artworks by students in the Bachelor’s and Master of Fine Arts programs are also featured in this exhibit as well. 

• While enjoying the scenery at Richard Greene Linear Park, stop by the Sculpture Trail at the Entertainment District Art Trail. This art trail is located between the AT&T Stadium and Choctaw Stadium and features almost 40 sculptures. Fun fact: the sculptures are rotated every three years to allow patrons to experience a variety of artwork! 
• The Symphony Arlington is one of the five biggest core arts & culture attractions in Arlington. Founded by Maestro Robert Carter Austin, the Symphony Arlington debuted a successful season in 2000. The orchestra is comprised of 93 professional musicians. 
• Broadway fans are in for a treat! Located in the downtown cultural arts district,  the Theatre Arlington has been providing high-quality and award-winning theatrical productions to more than 30,000 patrons each season for over 49 years. Their first show, “Light Up the Sky”, was produced back in 1973. The Theatre Arlington is currently producing eight shows per year.  

3. OUTDOOR RECREATION

• This city is also known for its vast, open spaces that are perfect for outdoor activities like golf, biking, hiking, or simply taking a stroll on a trail.  

1. Tierra Verde is the first golf course in Texas and the first municipal course in the world to be certified as an Audubon Signature Sanctuary. This award-winning club also offers a golf learning center, which is perfect for players of every level of experience. 

2. Keeping the spirit of baseball, Texas Rangers Golf Club is the world’s only major league Baseball-branded golf course. This MLB-themed course is a must for all baseball fans! It is also the closest 18-hole golf course to Arlington’s Entertainment District.  

• If getting your cardio in is at the top of your trip itinerary, Arlington is home to dozens of parks and trails to keep you in tip-top shape! Bask in the ambiance of the stunning Texas landscape while hiking, biking, or doing your exercise routine. 

1. North Arlington: Randol Mill Park, Crystal Canyon Natural Area, Dr. Robert Cluck Linear Park,  

2. East Arlington: Bob Cooke Park 

3. South Arlington: O.W. Fannin Natural Area, S.J. Stovall Park 

4. West Arlington: River Legacy Parks, Veterans Park, O.S. Gray Natural Area 

4. LOCATION AND NEIGHBORHOODS

• One of the best things about Arlington is its proximity to everything. The driving distance between Arlington to Dallas/Fort Worth airport is only 18 miles or 12 miles in the southwest direction. Downtown Fort Worth is also 12 miles to the East and Downtown Dallas is 20 miles to the West. 
• When it comes to education, schools in Arlington are top-notch! It is home to the largest university in North Texas, the University of Texas at Arlington. 
• This city is considered one of the best places to relocate because of the numerous amenities and suburban living that it offers. It is the perfect place for families who are just starting out or for people who are looking for more affordable home-buying options. Check out the best neighborhoods by clicking here.  

5. FREE THINGS TO DO AND ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS

• Enjoy a night out for free at Levitt Pavilion! Located in the heart of Downtown Arlington, Levitt Pavilion has been providing free outdoor concerts and family movie nights during the summer for over 10 years. Listen to the performances by award-winning musicians and rising artists of different musical genres while enjoying the scenic view of the night sky. 
• Learn about the history of Arlington by visiting the Historic Fielder House. Built in 1914, this Arlington institution is home to the Arlington Historical Society and was the private residence of Mr. and Mrs. James Park Fielder Sr., who was the mayor of the city in 1909. It is also one of the first brick homes in Arlington. It features a series of exhibits showcasing the community, its residents, and the hometown heroes of World War 2. 
• One of the largest planetariums in the State of Texas is also in this city! The University of Texas at Arlington’s Planetarium is located in a groundbreaking UTA research facility and provides views of the realistic night sky, the Solar System, stars, and distant galaxies, complete with Dolby surround sound. 
• Bring out your competitive side at the K1 Speed racecourse! Whether you’re racing with friends or are enjoying a snack while viewing our collection of authentic racing memorabilia, everyone is guaranteed to enjoy this indoor kart track!