Arlington · Tarrant County, TX

Road trips from Arlington

Scout analyzed 109 Arlington places and surfaced the ones that actually fit road trips.

Places analyzed

109

Matches

24

Typical spend

$45

Typical visit

2 hr

Scout-verified spots

Huckleberry's Breakfast & Lunch

Central Arlington

Huckleberry's Breakfast & Lunch

Huckleberry's is a casual spot for breakfast or lunch, suitable for families or a quick solo meal. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
National Medal of Honor Museum

East Arlington

National Medal of Honor Museum

Visit this museum for 2-3 hours to learn about Medal of Honor recipients; it's a good standalone activity or can be paired with other attractions in Arlington. Expect to spend $10-25 per person on admission.

ArtsHistoryEducational
$10–$25 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
The Sanford House Inn & Spa

Central Arlington

The Sanford House Inn & Spa

This upscale inn and spa offers a luxurious retreat, ideal for a romantic date night or special occasion dining and wellness. Expect a visit of a few hours to overnight, with costs ranging from $100 for dining to $500+ for a full stay and spa services.

FoodWellnessViews
$100–$500 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Caves Lounge

Central Arlington

Caves Lounge

Caves Lounge is a local bar with a cavelike ambiance, suitable for an evening drink or late-night outing. Expect to spend $15-40 per person on drinks, and plan for a visit of about 1.5 hours.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

Food & Drink

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick stop for a drink or a casual meeting. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and around $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Bolder Adventure Park

Family

Bolder Adventure Park

Bolder Adventure Park is an active outing for families, often paired with a meal or celebratory event. Plan for 4-6 hours of activity, costing around $50-$100 per person depending on chosen attractions.

OutdoorsSportsFood
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Loews Arlington Hotel & Convention Center

East Arlington

Loews Arlington Hotel & Convention Center

This hotel serves as a base for out-of-town guests or a luxury staycation, often paired with attending an event at the convention center or nearby attractions. Expect a full day or multi-day stay with significant per-person costs.

FoodCocktailsWellness
$250–$1000 typical24 hr visitmoderate parking
Lake Arlington Golf Course

West Arlington

Lake Arlington Golf Course

Spend a few hours playing a round of golf outdoors, suitable for solo play or with a group. Expect to pay around $30-$70 per person for greens fees.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical4 hr visiteasy parking
K1 Speed Arlington

North Arlington

K1 Speed Arlington

K1 Speed is an indoor go-karting venue suitable for an hour or two of high-energy fun, with a typical cost ranging from $30-$75 per person. It pairs well with a casual meal after racing or can be a main activity for a birthday or group outing.

FoodSportsArts
$30–$75 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park

North Arlington

Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park

This is a multi-hour outdoor activity involving physical effort in a forest canopy, often costing around $40-60 per person. It is good for a family or group outing that provides adventure and exercise.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Live! by Loews - Arlington, Texas

East Arlington

Live! by Loews - Arlington, Texas

This upscale hotel is suitable for a romantic date night or special occasion, offering dining, drinks, and potentially a pool experience. Expect to spend a few hours and between $50-150 per person for an evening out.

FoodCocktailsViews
$50–$150 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking
Alley Cats Entertainment

West Arlington

Alley Cats Entertainment

Alley Cats Entertainment is a good option for an active afternoon or evening outing, offering a variety of entertainment like bowling and laser tag, often paired with casual food and drinks. Expect to spend a few hours here and budget around $30-75 per person depending on activities and food choices.

OutdoorsSportsFood
$30–$75 typical2.3 hr visiteasy parking
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

East Arlington

Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

This is a good spot for a few hours of active fun for kids and families, especially on weekends. Expect to spend $25-40 per person for entry and some basic refreshments.

OutdoorsSportsPlayful
$25–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Tokyo Station by Free Play

Central Arlington

Tokyo Station by Free Play

Tokyo Station is an arcade bar, good for a casual date night or social outing with friends, offering retro games, food, and drinks. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $20-40 per person.

CocktailsFoodSports
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Levitt Pavilion

Central Arlington

Levitt Pavilion

Levitt Pavilion is an outdoor venue for free concerts, good for an evening outing with family or friends. Expect to spend 2-3 hours enjoying the music and possibly buying concessions from vendors.

Live musicOutdoorsViews
$0–$20 typical2.5 hr visitmoderate parking
4 Kahunas

Central Arlington

4 Kahunas

4 Kahunas is a bar best for a casual date night, girls' night, or a solo drink. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $25-$75 per person on drinks and bar food.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Hooligans Pub

Central Arlington

Hooligans Pub

This Irish pub is good for an evening out for drinks and pub fare, especially when live music or sports are on. Expect to spend $25-50 per person for an hour and a half visit.

CocktailsFoodLive music
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
BILLIE JOE COFFEE CO.

Food & Drink

BILLIE JOE COFFEE CO.

This coffee shop is a good stop for a quick, relaxed break, perhaps before or after shopping at IKEA. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Flying Fish Arlington, TX

Central Arlington

Flying Fish Arlington, TX

Flying Fish is a laid-back spot for casual seafood with a Cajun twist, suitable for a family meal or a quick bite. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for an hour-long visit.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Big Ez Seafood & Oyster Arlington

West Arlington

Big Ez Seafood & Oyster Arlington

Big Ez Seafood is a casual spot for a meal, suitable for an evening out with family or friends. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-$45 per person for food and non-alcoholic drinks.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$20–$45 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Southern Recipes Grill

North Arlington

Southern Recipes Grill

This spot is good for a casual meal of Southern comfort food. Expect to spend an hour and $15-$30 per person. It could be part of a weekend outing, perhaps before or after visiting a local park.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Randol Mill Park

West Arlington

Randol Mill Park

Randol Mill Park is a solid choice for a casual family day out, offering playgrounds, sports facilities, and a fishing lake. It's a low-cost activity that can easily fill a couple of hours, especially on a nice day.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Arlington Highlands

East Arlington

Arlington Highlands

Arlington Highlands is a large retail center suitable for a few hours of shopping, dining, or catching a movie. Expect to spend $25-100 per person, depending on activities and dining choices.

ShoppingFoodSocial
$25–$100 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
Bardin Place Center

Southwest Arlington

Bardin Place Center

Bardin Place Center is an outdoor shopping center suitable for a casual family outing or a quick errand run. Plan for 1.5-2 hours, with an average spend of $25-75 per person depending on shopping or dining choices.

ShoppingFoodOutdoors
$25–$75 typical1 hr visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 60 of the 109 analyzed Arlington places fit road trips.
  • 37% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 67% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Social, Relaxed, Playful, Adventurous, Quiet, Scenic.

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