Arlington is the seventh largest city in United States state of Texas. It is also the fiftieth largest city in the United States. It is situated in Tarrant County, in the middle of Dallas and Fort Worth. Arlington is one of the fastest growing cites of United States. It more than doubled its population between nineteen hundred and eighty and two thousand. Arlington has a General Motors plant which produces automobiles and parts. It employs three thousand. Also produced in the city are medical, electronic and oil field equipment. Rubber and plastic products complete the tally.
Arlington offers many entertaining options for tourists to explore. This entices many visitors to the city. Arlington is nicknamed “Fun Central” is evidence for the fact that there are plenty of attractions in the area. Many bus companies operate their services in Arlington. They offer services of charter bus, coach bus, limo bus, party bus etc. They are highly reputed for the quality services they offer. It is to be noted that the price tag put on the services are affordable.
Besides of its great location by Fort Worth and Dallas, the prime reason Arlington is known as “Fun Central” is of course the fact that it is home to one of the United States’ best adventure parks, Six Flags Texas. Since the park was opened in nineteen hundred and sixty one, families have been travelling to Arlington and the city has built up with tourists and families in mind. Six Flags, which is the top tourist place to visit in Arlington, caters to all ages. The whole family will enjoy Six Flags as the park has thrill rides for adults and children adventure parks and kiddie rides. The park is very big that one day may not be enough to savor the attractions fully.
Besides the theme park, the family may be interested to watch America’s favorite pastime, a game of baseball. Major League Rangers baseball team has Arlington as its base. Apart from watching a game, you can also visit the Legends of the Game Museum and have a browsing of the history of the sport and the Rangers team.
To add variety, there is the Arlington Museum of Art which will satisfy cravings for the creative world. It features great exhibitions and educational programs.
Aquatic centers are another thing that families love and Arlington homes a great one. It is the Bad Konigshofen Outdoor Family Aquatic Center. It has pools for all ages including slides and even more. It is also a great way to beat the heat of Texas.
Mini-golf is always another fun family option. Putt Putt Golf and Games on Division Street offers you nice avenues.