Overview
Grand Prairie is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas.
6 sights · 3 things to do · 6 places to stay
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Best things about Grand Prairie
Cedar Hill State Park
A popular state park that offers fishing, camping, hiking and biking trails.
Texas Trust CU Theatre
Catch a live performance at the 6,350 seat hall for concerts, shows and events.
Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie
Thoroughbred horse racing. The track features a 7-level, glass-enclosed, climate-controlled Grandstand building with penthouse suites, terraced track-side dining room, box seats and outdoor seating. The Post Time Pavilio…
Joe Pool Lake
A Corp of Engineers Lake with boating and fishing opportunities. Along the shores enjoy camping and hiking.
Uptown Theater
Restored in 2008, this 408-seat theater hosts performing and visual arts, as well as music, dance, drama and film.
Dr. H.V. Copeland Home - Grand Prairie Museum
This home has a State Landmark as well as a Grand Prairie Landmark. It was the historic home of Dr. Horace Victor Copeland (1875-1969).
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Feb–May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 97°F; winter lows dip to about 38°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Oct and May. (climate data from nearby Dallas)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- DFW Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Dallas-Fort Worth — 11 mi away (major hub). Directions
- DAL Dallas Love Field, Dallas — 11 mi away (major hub). Directions
Nearby airports are Dallas-Fort Worth Airport and Dallas Love Field (DAL).
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Texas Trust CU Theatre, Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie, Uptown Theater
- Afternoon Louis Tussaud's Palace of Wax and Ripley's Believe It or Not!, Texas AirHogs
Day 2
- Morning Cedar Hill State Park, Joe Pool Lake
- Afternoon Dr. H.V. Copeland Home - Grand Prairie Museum, Alliance Skate Park at Grand Prairie
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
There are a number of eateries ranging from specialty restaurants to family style buffets to fast food.
What to ask about, for your diet
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Get in
Nearby airports are Dallas-Fort Worth Airport and Dallas Love Field (DAL).
Get around
There is no public transit system in Grand Prairie. Taxi, rental car (Avis or Enterprise) or private car are the available options. Select hotels may offer shuttle service to and from area airports.
See
See Uptown Theater
Restored in 2008, this 408-seat theater hosts performing and visual arts, as well as music, dance, drama and film.
See Dr. H.V. Copeland Home - Grand Prairie Museum
This home has a State Landmark as well as a Grand Prairie Landmark. It was the historic home of Dr. Horace Victor Copeland (1875-1969).
Do
Do Alliance Skate Park at Grand Prairie
A skateboarders' paradise. Lessons, skate camps, concerts, and lock-ins. It also has a full skate shop with shoes, clothing and skateboards. Open year round.
Do Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie
Thoroughbred horse racing. The track features a 7-level, glass-enclosed, climate-controlled Grandstand building with penthouse suites, terraced track-side dining room, box seats and outdoor seating. The Post Time Pavilion boasts more than 150 television screens, a sports bar and restaurant. See live horse racing via simulcast from top tracks around the world.
Buy
Eat
There are a number of eateries ranging from specialty restaurants to family style buffets to fast food.
Sleep
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