Dallas, Texas, USA travel guide
Dallas Fort Worth Airport is one of the largest airports in the country by both physical size and passenger volume, and we wouldn't expect any less from Texas' main international airport.
Straddled equally between Dallas and Fort Worth Texas, DFW makes for a convenient location to fly into Texas. The airport has a reputation for being clean and maintaining short lines with friendly staff, even during peak travel times. Pick up your car hire at Dallas Airport and start your vacation in Texas with the security of your own ground transportation.
Home of the Dallas Cowboys, the Texas State Fairgrounds, and more shopping centers per capita than any other city in the U.S., Dallas Texas has a lot to offer just about any visitor.
It’s been said that Dallas doesn't quite fit many of the typical Texan stereotypes, so you may find less western-culture and a lack of the casual, laid back attitude than you were expecting. However, Dallas has no shortage of fun and interesting attractions and variety of food. Reserve a Dallas Airport car hire to kick off your Texas tour upon arrival.
- Local time in Dallas, Texas, USA:
- GMT-6
- Population of Dallas, Texas, USA:
- 1,299,543
Tourist attractions at Dallas, Texas, USA
The Dallas Cowboys
Even if you don't set out to check out the famous Dallas football team, you are sure to find its proud fans sporting its logo many times over during your stay. Catch a game or a practice at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, a short drive by Dallas rental car from downtown.
Dallas World Aquarium
Located in downtown Dallas, this not your average aquarium experience. This unique zoo tour starts at the canopy of a man-made but fully functional rainforest and winds its way down past many types of animals into the aquarium below. Totally interesting, educational, and fun. Great for families with children.
Zero Gravity Thrill Rides Amusement Park
Also known as Dallas Thrill Attractions, it is located just 10 minutes north of downtown Dallas on the I-35E. Claiming to be the world's only "Thrill Amusement Park", they feature 5 different extreme thrill rides. Throw your Texas vacation into adrenaline high-gear at Zero Gravity.
Recommended daytrips from Dallas, Texas, USA
Go Golfing
Dallas and the surrounding area may be the perfect setting for golf, and it’s reflected in the plethora of courses you will have to choose from. Check out Tenison Highlands, Cedar Crest, or the many daily-fee public courses in the Fort Worth area and cities such as Irving, Grapevine, Lewisville, and The Colony.
Denton
Head out in your cheap Dallas car rental to this charming and historic Texas town. Just half an hour north of Dallas, Denton offers an eclectic nightlife dominated by clubs with live music.
Joe Pool Lake
Nothing like camping in Texas. Head to the southwest of the city past Grand Prairie for two popular parks to camp along the Shoreline: Cedar Hill State Park and Lloyd Park. If you're not into an overnight check out Lynn Creek Park for a lovely day of outdoor fun.
Local conditions for Dallas, Texas, USA
Thu, 24 May 2012 05:50:00 -0500
Thursday at 05:00 CDT:
white cloud. 24°C (75°F)
Temperature: 24°C (75°F), Wind Direction: S, Wind Speed: 23mph, Relative Humidity: 74%, Pressure: 1001mb, falling, Visibility: GO
Weather forecast for Dallas, Texas, USA
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Thursday
Sunny, Max Temp: 36°C (97°F), Min Temp: 22°C (72°F)
Max Temp: 36°C (97°F), Min Temp: 22°C (72°F), Wind Direction: SSW, Wind Speed: 22mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 1002mb, Humidity: 39%, Sunrise: 06:21CDT, Sunset: 20:26CDT
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Friday
Sunny, Max Temp: 36°C (97°F), Min Temp: 22°C (72°F)
Max Temp: 36°C (97°F), Min Temp: 22°C (72°F), Wind Direction: S, Wind Speed: 19mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 1009mb, Humidity: 38%, Sunrise: 06:20CDT, Sunset: 20:27CDT
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Saturday
Sunny, Max Temp: 35°C (95°F), Min Temp: 21°C (70°F)
Max Temp: 35°C (95°F), Min Temp: 21°C (70°F), Wind Direction: S, Wind Speed: 15mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 1014mb, Humidity: 35%, Sunrise: 06:20CDT, Sunset: 20:27CDT
Airport Information
- Airport name:
- Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
- Airport code:
- DFW
- Phone number:
- (972) 574 8888
- Map:
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- Distance from airport to Dallas:
- Dallas city || 15 Miles / 24 km / 40 minutes by rental car from Downtown Dallas
- Car Rental office location:
For car rental in Dallas Fort Worth Airport, USA, find a great variety of rental car options available for both domestic and international travellers. Licensed companies in Dallas Fort Worth Airport are at the car hire centre (10-minute shuttle ride from the airport; shuttles depart from the lower level of each terminal).
Car hire companies in Dallas Fort Worth Airport, USA include the following:
- Advantage
- Alamo
- Avis
- Budget
- Dollar
- Enterprise
- EZ Rent
- Hertz
- National
- Thrifty
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Airlines providing airport services to Dallas, Texas, USA
- Air Canada Jazz
- AirTran Airways
- Alaska Airlines
- American Airlines
- British Airways
- Continental
- Delta
- Frontier
- KLM
- Korean Air
- Lufthansa
- Sun Country Airlines
- TACA
- United Airlines
- United Express
- US Airways
- Virgin America
