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15 Best Things To Do in Garland, Texas

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About Garland, Texas


Located a few miles from Dallas, Garland is a beautiful city in Texas that has several amusement spaces, museums, parks, and recreational activities. Among them, Audubon Park is possibly the most famous place for locals and tourists since it has a range of fun activities, such as bodyboarding and surfing.

The city’s history is preserved at the Heritage Crossing, where you can see a Santa Fe depot made in 1901. Moreover, the Landmark Museum houses a huge collection of memorabilia signifying the role of Garland in US history.

Besides textiles and farm tools, visitors can also read vintage newspapers that give an insight into how Garland once was. Another popular site in Garland is the Duck Creek Golf Club, featuring a serene golf course surrounded by trees that are decades old.

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Garland Weather by Month


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Places to Stay in Garland


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Best Tours in Garland


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Best Things to do in Garland, TX


These are the best things to do in the greater Garland area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in Garland


Class Axe Throwing

Class Axe Throwing

Based on 83 Reviews
GRIT Fitness

GRIT Fitness

Based on 23 Reviews
Discover Kayak

Discover Kayak

Based on 22 Reviews


Museums in Garland


Amaze Me Sonu

Amaze Me Sonu

Based on 57 Reviews
Valentina Burton -  the Fortune Teller of Dallas

Valentina Burton - the Fortune Teller of Dallas

Based on 33 Reviews
Carefree Colors

Carefree Colors

Based on 25 Reviews


Restaurants in Garland


Bigdash Ice Cream & Pastries

Bigdash Ice Cream & Pastries

Based on 498 Reviews
Botolino Gelato Artigianale

Botolino Gelato Artigianale

Based on 471 Reviews
TJ's Dawg House

TJ's Dawg House

Based on 149 Reviews


Nightlife in Garland


Bodega Wine Bar

Bodega Wine Bar

Based on 59 Reviews
Four Day Weekend

Four Day Weekend

Based on 52 Reviews
Whiskeys

Whiskeys

Based on 24 Reviews


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