Road trip from Arlington to The Woodlands
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ITINERARY
4h 5m228 miles19 stops
1
Bass Performance Hall
Bass Performance Hall is the crown jewel of a city which boasts the nation's third largest cultural district. It is also an important symbol of one of the most successful downtown revitalization efforts in the country. Built entirely with private funds, Bass Performance Hall is permanent home to the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, Texas Ballet Theater, Fort Worth Opera, and the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and Cliburn Concerts. Each resident company operates independently from Performing Arts Fort Worth and manages its own programming schedule at Bass Hall.
2
Casa Manana Theater
The historic Casa Manana Theatre is the largest Broadway and Children's Theatre in Fort Worth. Casa Manana also offers premiere theatre training in musical theatre, dance and voice.
3
Spa Adolphus
Spa Adolphus offers a tranquil retreat amidst the energy of downtown Dallas, Texas. Located within The Adolphus, Autograph Collection, our luxury spa provides a wide range of services including body wraps and massage therapy.
4
The Spa at the Crescent
The Spa at The Crescent has completed its 2017-2018 multi-million dollar renovation. Within its quietly opulent 22,000-square-foot Dallas spa facility, The Spa at The Crescent offers one-of-a-kind treatments and services for men and women. Luxurious product lines and knowledgeable service combine to create one of the best spas in Dallas. Guests enjoy meticulously maintained locker rooms with amenities including a Eucalyptus infused steam room, dry sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge, fluffy towels, and personal grooming supplies. From advanced gym equipment and relaxing massage to daily made sandwiches, salads, and in-house bottled juices, The Spa at The Crescent comprises an advanced spa setting where guests can relax for hours on end. Fitness Memberships are available. The Spa at The Crescent supplies athletic clothing so all Members need are shoes and their Personal Trainer at their side for a great workout on brand new Techno Gym equipment.
5
Central Market
6
Studio Movie Grill (Royal)
Studio Movie Grill modernized the way you see a movie by combining the best new releases with restaurant service, freshly prepared foods and signature cocktails. Service is available anytime during the show at the press of a button so you can experience more of the movie with less interruption. Pair that with stress-free, 100% reserved ticketing and comfortable seating, and it's perfect for the family, date night and even Junior's birthday. In addition, SMG proudly supports local initiatives through community outreach programs and special needs screenings. Experience is the difference.
7
PanIQ Room Dallas
8
Historic Aviation Memorial Museum
9
Klaus Brewing
10
Great Heights Brewing Company
11
Stages Repertory Theatre
Founded in 1978, Stages Repertory Theatre is a not-for-profit professional theatre with two intimate performance spaces and deep roots in the Houston community. Stages produces year-round, performing a broad scope of new work, popular entertainment and re-imagined classics. Almost all of Stages shows are rehearsed and constructed on-site in Houston, brought to life by an exceptional community of locally-based artists and craftspeople along with occasional guest directors, actors and designers from around the world. With a mission to advance theatre and enliven community, Stages offers a greenhouse for new talent and ideas and a place for art, artists and audiences to thrive.
12
Houston Grand Opera
Opera house in Houston that features opera presentations throughout the year.
13
The Menil Collection
Houston philanthropists and art patrons John and Dominique de Menil established the Menil Foundation in 1954 to foster greater public understanding and appreciation of art, architecture, culture, religion, and philosophy. In 1987, the Menil Collection’s main museum building opened to the public. Today, the Menil Collection consists of a group of five art buildings and green spaces located within a residential neighborhood. The Menil remains committed to its founders’ belief that art is essential to human experience and fosters direct personal encounters with works of art. The museum welcomes all visitors free of charge to its buildings and surrounding green spaces.
14
Toyota Center
15
Proof Rooftop Lounge
16
Axelrad Beer Garden
Axelrad is all about celebrating Houston, being outside, and relaxing. Conceived as a community-gathering place offering beer, wine, drinks, Luigi's pizza, live music, and the city's only hammock grove, Axelrad aims to be a place for all. The bar's interior is housed within a 100-year-old renovated building, originally a grocery store built by David and Gertrude Axelrad. Artists added to the beautiful historic interior with tap handles by Venezuelan-based Maria Rangel, seating by New Living's HTX Made, and textiles by Austin-based Nido.
17
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a non-collecting institution dedicated to presenting the best and most exciting international, national, and regional art. Through dynamic exhibitions accompanied by scholarly publications and accessible educational programs, the Museum reaches out to local, regional, national, and international audiences of various ages. CAMH is always fresh, always free.
18
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden
19
The John C. Freeman Weather Museum
The Weather Museum is making the community weather wise. Come see how high the storm surge would be on the upper Texas coast during Category 5 hurricane. Help make your own Tornado. Play Weather Facts and Fun. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 4pm and Sunday Noon to 4pm.
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Bass Performance Hall
Fort Worth, Texas·
5.0
(944) review
Bass Performance Hall is the crown jewel of a city which boasts the nation's third largest cultural district. It is also an important symbol of one of the most successful downtown revitalization efforts in the country. Built entirely with private funds, Bass Performance Hall is permanent home to the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, Texas Ballet Theater, Fort Worth Opera, and the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and Cliburn Concerts. Each resident company operates independently from Performing Arts Fort Worth and manages its own programming schedule at Bass Hall.
2
Start:Casa Manana Theater
Fort Worth, Texas·
4.5
(96) review
The historic Casa Manana Theatre is the largest Broadway and Children's Theatre in Fort Worth. Casa Manana also offers premiere theatre training in musical theatre, dance and voice.
3
Start:Spa Adolphus
Dallas, Texas·
5.0
(99) review
Spa Adolphus offers a tranquil retreat amidst the energy of downtown Dallas, Texas. Located within The Adolphus, Autograph Collection, our luxury spa provides a wide range of services including body wraps and massage therapy.
4
Start:The Spa at the Crescent
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(94) review
The Spa at The Crescent has completed its 2017-2018 multi-million dollar renovation. Within its quietly opulent 22,000-square-foot Dallas spa facility, The Spa at The Crescent offers one-of-a-kind treatments and services for men and women. Luxurious product lines and knowledgeable service combine to create one of the best spas in Dallas. Guests enjoy meticulously maintained locker rooms with amenities including a Eucalyptus infused steam room, dry sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge, fluffy towels, and personal grooming supplies. From advanced gym equipment and relaxing massage to daily made sandwiches, salads, and in-house bottled juices, The Spa at The Crescent comprises an advanced spa setting where guests can relax for hours on end. Fitness Memberships are available. The Spa at The Crescent supplies athletic clothing so all Members need are shoes and their Personal Trainer at their side for a great workout on brand new Techno Gym equipment.
5
Start:Central Market
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5750 E Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75206-2921
6
Start:Studio Movie Grill (Royal)
Dallas, Texas·
3.5
(96) review
Studio Movie Grill modernized the way you see a movie by combining the best new releases with restaurant service, freshly prepared foods and signature cocktails. Service is available anytime during the show at the press of a button so you can experience more of the movie with less interruption. Pair that with stress-free, 100% reserved ticketing and comfortable seating, and it's perfect for the family, date night and even Junior's birthday. In addition, SMG proudly supports local initiatives through community outreach programs and special needs screenings. Experience is the difference.
7
Start:PanIQ Room Dallas
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5302 Belt Line Rd, Dallas, TX 75254-7606
8
Start:Historic Aviation Memorial Museum
Tyler, Texas·
4.5
(97) review
150 Airport Dr, Tyler, TX 75704-6600
9
Start:Klaus Brewing
Houston, Texas·
4.0
(9) review
10142 Jones Rd, Houston, TX 77065-5680
10
Start:Great Heights Brewing Company
Houston, Texas·
4.0
(9) review
938 Wakefield Dr, Houston, TX 77018-6204
11
Start:Stages Repertory Theatre
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(90) review
Founded in 1978, Stages Repertory Theatre is a not-for-profit professional theatre with two intimate performance spaces and deep roots in the Houston community. Stages produces year-round, performing a broad scope of new work, popular entertainment and re-imagined classics. Almost all of Stages shows are rehearsed and constructed on-site in Houston, brought to life by an exceptional community of locally-based artists and craftspeople along with occasional guest directors, actors and designers from around the world. With a mission to advance theatre and enliven community, Stages offers a greenhouse for new talent and ideas and a place for art, artists and audiences to thrive.
12
Start:Houston Grand Opera
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(94) review
Opera house in Houston that features opera presentations throughout the year.
13
Start:The Menil Collection
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(970) review
Houston philanthropists and art patrons John and Dominique de Menil established the Menil Foundation in 1954 to foster greater public understanding and appreciation of art, architecture, culture, religion, and philosophy. In 1987, the Menil Collection’s main museum building opened to the public. Today, the Menil Collection consists of a group of five art buildings and green spaces located within a residential neighborhood. The Menil remains committed to its founders’ belief that art is essential to human experience and fosters direct personal encounters with works of art. The museum welcomes all visitors free of charge to its buildings and surrounding green spaces.
14
Start:Toyota Center
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(913) review
1510 Polk St, Houston, TX 77002-7130
15
Start:Proof Rooftop Lounge
Houston, Texas·
3.5
(9) review
2600 Travis St, Houston, TX 77006-3540
16
Start:Axelrad Beer Garden
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(90) review
Axelrad is all about celebrating Houston, being outside, and relaxing. Conceived as a community-gathering place offering beer, wine, drinks, Luigi's pizza, live music, and the city's only hammock grove, Axelrad aims to be a place for all. The bar's interior is housed within a 100-year-old renovated building, originally a grocery store built by David and Gertrude Axelrad. Artists added to the beautiful historic interior with tap handles by Venezuelan-based Maria Rangel, seating by New Living's HTX Made, and textiles by Austin-based Nido.
17
Start:Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
Houston, Texas·
3.5
(91) review
The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a non-collecting institution dedicated to presenting the best and most exciting international, national, and regional art. Through dynamic exhibitions accompanied by scholarly publications and accessible educational programs, the Museum reaches out to local, regional, national, and international audiences of various ages. CAMH is always fresh, always free.
18
Start:Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden
Houston, Texas·
4.5
(96) review
900 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77005
19
Start:The John C. Freeman Weather Museum
Houston, Texas·
3.0
(9) review
The Weather Museum is making the community weather wise. Come see how high the storm surge would be on the upper Texas coast during Category 5 hurricane. Help make your own Tornado. Play Weather Facts and Fun. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 4pm and Sunday Noon to 4pm.
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FAQ
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What's the driving distance between Arlington and The Woodlands?
The distance is 228 miles
What's the travel time between Arlington and The Woodlands?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 4h 5m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Arlington and The Woodlands?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to The Woodlands?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to The Woodlands
What’s the weather like in The Woodlands?
The weather in The Woodlands is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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