Things to do in Irving
What should a visitor do in Irving? This list is built by readers, one pick at a time. Add the place you would take a friend.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are March to April and October to November. In July and August, heat makes the indoor picks below the better bet. Month-by-month weather.
Parks and sights near Irving
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Globe Life Field 11 miles
- Dallas College 12 miles
- Tarrant County College District 23 miles
- The University of Texas at Arlington 13 miles
- University of North Texas 26 miles
- The University of Texas at Dallas 15 miles
- Texas Christian University 26 miles
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Local favorites
Where people who live in Irving actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best-known places to visit near Irving?
Globe Life Field (place, 11 miles), Dallas Museum of Art (museum, 11 miles), Kimbell Art Museum (museum, 25 miles), Dallas College (place, 12 miles) and Tarrant County College District (place, 23 miles) are among the parks and sights people know best within about 35 miles.
When is the best time to visit Irving?
For comfortable weather, go in March to April and October to November, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about Irving: city profile, weather by month, moving checklist, ask a local.
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