The Grand Prairie center point is around 1 mile south of Louis Tussaud's Palace of Wax and Ripley's Believe It or Not and 1 mile south of Lone Star Park.
Summers are definitely the most popular time to visit Dallas, Grand Prairie, and Fort Worth. Even so, summers in Texas are hot, with temperatures averaging in the mid-90s, but easily reaching well over 100 degrees. Add to that the fact that crowds increase in the summer due to school breaks, and it's clear that the best times of year to visit Grand Prairie, and all of Texas really, are spring and fall. Spring and fall highs sit between 60 and 80 degrees, depending on the month you choose to visit. This can make daytime very comfortable if you choose to spend it outside at sporting events and exploring the city.
If you're not planning on attending one of the Dallas Cowboys football games, it's best to avoid the area when there's a home game during the fall, because many of the hotels fill up and room rates rise accordingly. Though Grand Prairie is not Dallas, the airport is actually closer to Grand Prairie, and the city is only about 6 miles from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, making it a convenient location for football fans to stay.
AAA members can take advantage of the discount offered with Howard Johnson Express Inn Grand Prairie Near Lone Star Park. The morning Rise and Dine breakfast and USA Today weekday paper make for a great start to the day. The outdoor pool is very inviting while the microwave and refrigerator in the guest room is convenient for storing and heating up leftovers from one of the many restaurants nearby, including Sunset Steak and Brass Bean Café.
You'll find the best discount in the area at Courtyard Dallas Arlington/Entertainment District in nearby Arlington. Seniors staying here can get a 15 percent discount that saves money and provides quality accommodations. Conveniently located near Dallas attractions, including Six Flags over Texas and AT&T Stadium, here you'll find an outdoor pool, fitness center, and free Wi-Fi. For convenience, enjoy healthy options for food and drinks at The Bistro every morning and night. Order up a specialty Starbucks coffee or one of the many other specialty beverages. Rooms include plush cotton bedding and fluffy pillows.
When it comes to value, it's all about getting the most bang for your buck. You'll get that at Hyatt Place Dallas/North Arlington/Grand Prairie. Need a quick meal you can take with you? Choose from the Grab N' Go options offered through the Gallery Menu. Starbucks coffees and cocktails are also available and complimentary internet access can be used throughout the hotel, so you can stay connected no matter where you are.
Wake up in the morning to a Kitchen Skillet breakfast that includes both hot items, like bacon, oatmeal, and waffles, and cold items, like fresh fruit and cereal. Rooms include a 42-inch flat screen TV, refrigerator, and sectional sofa sleeper. The outdoor pool is a great way to cool off on hot days. Don't forget to use the complimentary shuttle that will take you to locations within 5 miles of the hotel.
Like the Hyatt, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dallas - Grand Prairie I-20 offers a lot of value in what it provides to guests. Here you can sit by the outdoor pool, relax in the hot tub, or get sweaty in the fitness center. As one of the highest rated hotels in Grand Prairie, you're sure to enjoy your stay here. Grab the free morning paper outside your door before heading down to the breakfast area, where you can scarf down all the continental breakfast items that you could want. Rooms include a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, not to mention TV, premium cable, and movies that are available.
Though Grand Prairie has a very small-town feel, despite its population size, there are still a lot of ways to have fun. Start with Six Flags Over Texas and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor. Each, just a 10-minute drive from Grand Prairie, offers a full day of fun, and then some. Verizon Theater and Uptown Theater both offer up many chances for entertainment from musical performances to comedians to musical theater productions.
If you're looking for name brand items on the cheap, head to the Premium Outlets. Here you'll find stores that sell Coach, Guess, and Tommy Hilfiger, along with many other brands, but for much cheaper prices than the regular stores. On a warm day, head to Lynn Creek Park, which has white sand beaches along its Joe Pool Lake that rival the actual coast. The park covers 784 acres. If you enjoy horse racing, don't forget to stop by Lone Star Park where there are live thoroughbred races in spring and summer.
If you'd rather head out to America's favorite pastime, get tickets to a Grand Prairie AirHogs game, the city's baseball team. Tickets are very reasonable, and games are held throughout the summer. It's a great opportunity to share your love of baseball with your family. Ripley's Believe It or Not in Grand Prairie has some really stunning exhibits including its Enchanted Mirror Maze that has over 100 mirrors. There are so many activities and adventures to enjoy in Grand Prairie, you'll have to come here twice to experience all of it.
Below are reviews of the city of Grand Prairie, TX from an actual visitor's perspective.
The volleyball tournament we were attending.
It was close to the benefit that we were having. Easy to get to.
We did not do anything in town. We attended the Rangers Astros game on Saturday! There are so many places close by to eat.
The city was big and had plenty of things to do and eat!
There are plenty of great places to eat!
Crossroads Christian Church/Women's Bible Conference. Easy access
Epic!
Hurricane Harbor
NICE HOTEL, GOOD LOCATION.
View!
Love Grand Prairie!
It was close to a lot of stores and restaurants.
Breakfast was excellent with good menu of choices.
Was there for a conference and it was great!
Plenty of restaurants in the area. Traffic is bad.
We were right across the street from a Walt-Mart, close to a mall, and lots of restaurants. We were also close to the major highways.
Everything we needed or wanted to do was in close vicinity of the hotel.