Things to do in Grand Prairie TX

Grand Prairie is a city in Dallas County, Tarrant County, and Ellis County, Texas, in the United States. It is part of the Mid-Cities region in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. It has a population of 175,396 according to the 2010 census, making it the fifteenth most populous city in the state. Wikipedia

Weather: 55°F (13°C), Wind N at 6 mph (10 km/h), 76% Humidity

ZIP codes: 75050-75054

Local time: Thursday 6:33 AM


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Cedar Hill State Park

Birding, biking, fishing & camping

Wooded campsites & facilities for mountain biking, bird-watching, fishing, boating & swimming.


Cedar Ridge Preserve

Bird, butterfly & mammal habitat

Audubon nature preserve offering 9 miles of hiking trails through 600 acres of hill country habitat.


Joe Pool Lake

Dammed reservoir with fishing & more

This dammed reservoir was created in the '80s & offers fishing & other recreational activities.


Ripley's Believe It or Not Grand Prairie

Wax museum and museum

Popular amusement park roller coaster known for towering 150-ft. ascent, steep drops & high speeds.


Six Flags Over Texas

Huge amusement park with rides & shows

200-acre amusement/theme park with more than 50 rides, plus live bands & family-oriented shows.


Mariano's Hacienda Arlington

Longtime cantina favored for homestyle Mexican fare & margaritas in bright, festive surroundings.

Arlington, TX

Happy hour food · Late-night food · Comfort food


Monterey's Little Mexico

Local chain presenting hearty Tex-Mex dishes, beer & cocktails in a laid-back, sit-down setting.

Grand Prairie, TX

Comfort food · Small plates · Quick bite


Pioneer Restaurant

Classic breakfast & lunch chow at a longtime, family-run diner with a kids' menu & daily specials.

Arlington, TX

Comfort food · Small plates · Quick bite


Spazzio's Italian Cantina

Stylish dining room serving traditional Italian cooking with beer & wine in low-lit surroundings.

Arlington, TX

Comfort food · Small plates · Cozy


Theo's Grill & Bar

Long-standing, family-run place offering American chow, cocktails, live music & Dallas sports on TV.

Grand Prairie, TX

Bar games · Happy hour food · Late-night food