Arlington vacation rentals

Rollercoasters, retail therapy, and rivers in Arlington

Arlington, Texas is a self-styled American Dream City that dates back to the 1840s. Arlington vacation rentals provide you with endless options for activities, including sports at the AT&T Stadium, brilliant bowling history at the International Bowling Museum, and relaxing retail therapy in the city’s stores. There are white-knuckle thrills at Six Flags, or take it easy and get back to nature by the Trinity River in the River Legacy Park. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing and chilled-out time, or a sports and adrenaline-filled vacation, Arlington is sure to meet your expectations.

Activities and attractions in and around Arlington

Do you want to find top things to see and do in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Arlington a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• Six Flags Over Texas (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
• Six Flags Hurricane Harbor (2.3 mi / 3.7 km)
• Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark (5 mi / 8 km)
• Lone Star Park (7.3 mi / 11.8 km)
• Toyota Music Factory (13.5 mi / 21.7 km)
• Panther Island Pavilion (13.8 mi / 22.2 km)

All-day action in Arlington

Located between Dallas and Fort Worth, the hospitality of this friendly city will make your Arlington vacation rentals unforgettable. There is so much to do in Arlington, that you’ll have trouble deciding! Take a tour of the famous Top O’ Hill Terrace and discover how it went from being a casino with secret tunnels to the Arlington Baptist College Campus. Shopaholics will love the outdoor mall of Arlington Highlands with its array of stores and restaurants. For sports fans, it doesn’t get any better than a day at the AT&T Stadium. Catch a Dallas Cowboys game or go behind the scenes on a VIP tour!

Arlington—amazingly sunny all year round

Arlington is the 7th-largest city in Texas and enjoys a great climate all year round. The weather is generally comfortable, with average daily summer temperatures in the low to mid-80s, and winter temperatures with average highs in the mid-40s. Annual rainfall is 33 inches and snowfall is 1 inch, but a snowless year is not uncommon here. Rainfall is highest April through June, but it’s much drier in late summer. The warmer temperature in Arlington means you can stay active outdoors in the mild winters and soak up the sun in the drier late summers.

Arlington: Easy to reach, stay, and love

Although a large, urban city, Arlington has plenty of parks for those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of the sidewalks. With parks dotted everywhere, nature is never too far away. The River Legacy Park spans 1,300 acres and follows the curves of the Trinity River. The ecological diversity here is enormous with plenty of opportunities for wildlife watching. The park is also home to the River Legacy Living Science Center where you can interact with the nature exhibits as well as walk the nature trails.

Traveling to and around Arlington

The nearest airport is in Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW), located 11.8 mi (19.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Love Field Airport (DAL), which is 16.7 mi (26.9 km) away.