Free & Cheap Things to Do in Arlington, TX

  • The list below includes 301 free or cheap things to do in or near Arlington, Texas, including 100 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Observatories & Planetariums and Dog Park.
  • From River Legacy Park to Tails & Trails Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Arlington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Fort Worth, Dallas, Irving and Grand Prairie.
  • The list below includes 301 free or cheap things to do in or near Arlington, Texas, including 100 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Observatories & Planetariums and Dog Park.
  • From River Legacy Park to Tails & Trails Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Arlington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Fort Worth, Dallas, Irving and Grand Prairie.
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44.2 Miles
74% 77 votes
Beaches 623 E. Pearl St., Granbury, TX MoreLess Info
Granbury Beach is made from imported sand from Padre Island. Visitors can enjoy playing in the sand, eating snacks from the 'Tiki Hut,' picnicking, and looking at the sand sculptures that are often built there.
44.3 Miles
67% 12 votes
Specialty Museums 109 E. Ewell, Granbury, TX 76048 MoreLess Info
Constructed in 1914, Granbury's Railroad Depot Museum provides visitors with a glimpse into the history of this Texas train station. Educational guided tours with knowledgeable professionals are available to visitors interested in the local history.
44.3 Miles
80% 5 votes
History Museums 214 North Crockett St, Granbury, TX 76048 MoreLess Info
The Yeats-Duke 1858 Working Museum depicts the history of the residents of the home during the Civil War. The museum includes a guided tour, handmade craft shop and lessons in weaving, crocheting, knitting and other crafts.
44.4 Miles
88% 25 votes
Cemeteries 252 W. Bridge Street, Granbury, TX MoreLess Info
The eight-block Granbury Cemetery contains many graves dating from the War of 1812 to present, including at least one bird dog. Some have epitaphs, while others are simply unmarked fieldstone with no identifying information.
44.4 Miles
92% 346 votes
Historic Sites 123 E Pearl St, Granbury, TX MoreLess Info
The Granbury town square is the first town square in Texas, and has served as a model square for other communities wanting to restore their town squares. Visitors to the square find shops, restaurants, and the square hosts eight festivals each year.
44.4 Miles
97% 36 votes
Visitor Centers 100 N. Crockett Street, Granbury, TX 76048 MoreLess Info
The Granbury Visitors Center is located within the city hall and offers visitors information about special events and things to do in Granbury. Granbury is often listed as one of the top small towns in America.
44.4 Miles
90% 105 votes
History Museums 208 N. Crockett Street, Granbury, TX MoreLess Info
The Hood County Jail was built in 1885, and was considered very modern for its time with plumbing on both floors of the two-story building. The facility was used for over ninety years, and visitors can tour the facility today and learn more about its history.
44.4 Miles
100% 8 votes
Parks Houston St. / Hwy 51, Granbury, TX MoreLess Info
Shanley Park, right in the heart of downtown Granbury, is a landscaped park used all year-round for events such as concerts, festivals, and weddings. Both locals and visitors enjoy the decorations put in place for the Holiday Season.
44.4 Miles
83% 12 votes
Specialty Museums 601 Thorp Springs, Granbury, TX 76048 MoreLess Info
All military veterans who served the United States during times of conflict are honored within the U.S. Veterans Museum. Historic artifacts from all the wars fought by U.S. Soldiers are also on display within the exhibits.
44.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks CD Boren Parkway, Rockwall, TX 75087 MoreLess Info
Featuring a disc golf course, Smith Park has large grassy areas that can be used for open field recreational activities and sports. The park has a playground, barbecue grills and a pavilion with tables.
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