Afrigather Tumbleweeds? Nope. Dude Ranches? Not right here. However we do have loads of Cowboys… Thought-about some of the iconic cities in Texas, Arlington isn’t your typical western city – and we wouldn’t have it some other manner!
The District
No journey to Arlington is full with out visiting one (or each) of the skilled sports activities stadiums. Dwelling to each the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers, Arlington boasts fan-favorite AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Subject. Go on a behind-the-scenes tour of both stadium, or rating tickets to the subsequent live performance, sport or occasion.
The unique Six Flags Over Texas has been a trip vacation spot for thousands and thousands of holiday makers since 1961, with document setting thrill rides, together with the brand new AQUAMAN: PowerWave, the primary of its sort water coaster. Throughout summer time months, beat the warmth at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor with over 40 rides and points of interest in over three million gallons of water.
Texas Reside!, a multiplex of eating places, bars and leisure venues in The District, options eating places like Troy’s, from legendary Dallas Cowboy Troy Aikman, Pudge’s Pizza by Texas Rangers’ Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez, in addition to Man Fieri’s Taco Joint and the legendary PBR Texas. That is the final word vacation spot on your gameday watch events.
Coming in 2025, the Nationwide Medal of Honor Museum will honor and pay tribute to our nation’s bravest heroes in a story journey, uncovering the life tales of those extraordinary award recipients.
Livin’ La Vida Native
When visiting Arlington, reside just like the locals do and discover the lesser identified however simply as exceptional sights off the crushed path.
Cease by the Arlington Museum of Artwork and examine their newest exhibit or discover the Arlington Sculpture Backyard within the metropolis’s first park. Return in time to days of prohibition, unlawful playing, moonshine and leisure at High O’ Hill Terrace, the “Vegas earlier than Vegas.”
Benefit from the nice outside at River Legacy Park with strolling and mountain bike trails, playgrounds and the brand new Go Ape tree prime adventures with ropes programs and ziplining over the Trinity River.
Try the reside music scene at Arlington Music Corridor, Texas Reside! and The Levitt Pavilion, which provides 50+ free out of doors concert events a 12 months.
Eats, Drinks & Treats
A number of the greatest reminiscences are made round meals, and Arlington certain is aware of its manner across the kitchen. Hit the brunch scene at Egg Bar Brunch and Bay thirty fourth Avenue. Head to South Arlington for the esteemed Tex-Ethiopian fusion at Smoke ‘N Ash BBQ, essentially the most genuine Cajun soul meals at Damian’s Cajun Soul Cafe and get a two for one deal at M’Jays Home of Smoke and the notorious fried catfish at TJ’s Catfish & Wings, each below the identical roof.
You may’t miss native favorites like Prince Lebanese Grill, identified for his or her rooster shawarma and hummus, and Piranha Killer Sushi for one of the best martini menu and naturally, the freshest sushi.
Make your manner downtown to order up a plate of Irish Nachos at J. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill, savor freshly made pasta at Amore Mio and luxuriate in a pint at Arlington’s first domestically owned and operated brewery, Division Brewing. And lest we overlook the impeccable meals you’ll discover in City Union – Tex-Mex BBQ at Hurtado Barbecue, candy treats at Sugar Bee Sweets, trendy southern delicacies at Inspirations Fork & Desk, and fiery tiki drinks at 4 Kahunas.
What are you ready for? Go to Arlington.org for extra data on our delightfully totally different “wild west” city to plan your subsequent go to. •
