Home of the Texas Rangers, Globe Life Park in Arlington
As a tribute to the World Champions Texas Rangers, I thought I would share a visit to their old stadium. It’s still the only Major League Baseball Stadium I have toured but should tour more as I really enjoyed it. This was a great tour of the Home of the Texas Rangers, Globe Life Park in Arlington.
Maybe on our next trip to the Dallas area, we can tour the new Globe Life Field.
The end of MLB brings on my favorite season – NCAA Men’s Basketball.
Built in 1994, the red brick made me think of the old Engel Stadium here in Chattanooga, home of our Lookouts for many years. A little bit more history of Engel Stadium, much of the movie “42” was filmed there. I think having that nostalgic feel goes hand in hand with baseball. We saw Michael Jordan play there when he was a member of the Birmingham Barons.
All these stadiums offer all types of gourmet foods, but to me, a baseball game means a hot dog and beer. Anyone else with me?
Maybe on a visit sit in Hall of Fame Joe DiMaggio’s Suite.
Have a seat in a former owner and President George W. Bush. Normally when any of the Bush family attends a game, they prefer to sit down behind home base.
It didn’t feel much like baseball season as it was about 45 with a cold, blowing wind. We aren’t huge baseball fans, but do love to support our hometown team, The Chattanooga Lookouts. I enjoy touring places like this and learning a bit of history of the team and building.
Our tour guide, Keith, was wonderful and so knowledgeable. Plus he knew a lot about the Lookouts (my son happened to be wearing a Lookouts cap) that day.
This was an unplanned idea as we were driving out to AT&T Stadium to get a look at it before going to the Cowboys game the next day. When we noticed the gift shop was open, we decided to check it out. After we saw tours were available, it was a great chance to get a little more Texas experience while in the area. The tours were very affordable for a spur of the moment idea, so a very budget friendly way to spend a couple hours. Tours are offered every day but check HERE for more details.
Before the tour if you had asked me about The Texas Rangers, I knew very little. I do remember they lost a couple of World Series back-to-back several years ago, Nolan Ryan was a Hall of Fame pitcher, and George W. Bush used to be a part owner.
As with most tours, you get to go where the public never has access to. Do you want to attend a press conference?
Try your hand at batting practice?
What about a workout?
While going in the dugout, you have to wonder about the players who have sat here and the stories told. Wouldn’t you like to be a fly on the wall during a game?
Something cute we noticed – the “foul ball line” was sponsored by Chick-Fil-A but renamed “Eat More Fowl” line.
We also got a great view of AT&T Stadium. We were disappointed we didn’t get to tour it as State High School Football Games were going on at the time.
The Rangers do a lot for the community including passing on most of their used equipment to youth groups and clubs. They also host many camps and clinics during the summer.
Before I left the gift shop, I had to leave a reference to Chattanooga.
By now, so much has changed around the around with the opening of Texas Live, a mixed-use district, with lots of activities planned, including concerts. I think a trip to the Arlington area should be on our next Texas road trip.
The new $150 million flagship Live! by Loews hotel at Texas Live! is the first of its kind in the country, providing guests an unprecedented upscale experience that blends sports and entertainment with first-class hospitality and superior amenities.
The result of two powerhouse brands of Loews Hotels & Co. and The Cordish Companies’ Live! brand, Live! by Loews will anchor Texas Live! in the heart of the Arlington Entertainment District between the Texas Rangers’ Globe Life Park and the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium
From what I have seen on TV during the World Series, Globe Life Park is spectacular.
Are you a baseball fan or have you toured any MLB Stadiums?
When in Arlington, also consider attending a Cowboys Game at AT&T Stadium. It’s not just a game, it’s an experience.
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Happy Travels,
Rosemary
I would love to take that tour! I’ve always liked all sports and I grew up attending the Atlanta Braves games with my family. My dad was a baseball coach so naturally, we were big fans. I saw some of the great baseball players from back in the day and this brings back so many amazing memories.
What a nice stadium!Here in Boston, we have the historic Fenway Park and I always love going there!
This would be such a fun and exciting tour for all those die hard baseball fans. Spring training has begun and soon the hot dogs and beer will be flowing at the parks. Play ball.
Now that’s who’s like a lot of fun to check out! I forgot about some of those players. Nolan Ryan I remember from when I was in high school and how good of a player he was. It looks like they did an excellent job with this place and I am sure it will be a lot of fun. I cannot believe baseball season is about to start again.
I don’t watch much baseball now but do know a lot of the older names that was around.
What a fun tour! It’s so neat to learn about this history of different places, and my son loves baseball so would definitely enjoy something like this.
I love tours in new places and towns. Always learn something.
We don’t really follow sports, I mean we sort of keep up with a college football team, and my husband keeps up with one pro team, but that’s about it. However, this would be the perfect place to visit if you’re a huge baseball fan!
That’s a beautiful stadium. The CFW Festival looks like it will be a fun, yummy time.
I love seeing all the sights before opening day. Being near Chicago I bet you can guess that we do it big.
So many things to look forward to! I think the craft, food and wine festival is something that I’ll enjoy. It’s really nice when players try as much as they can to give back to their community.
I would love to be there for the CFW. Worth a trip to Texas for it.
I would really enjoy going to a stadium tour. I love seeing all of the behind the scenes workings.
It’s so nice to learn more about the local attractions in your home. Especially when it’s a stadium that has a lot of history like Globe Life Park. It’s so nice that they host tours for people!
Not really a sporty person nor a fan of this sport but I love how events and people look after this. My colleague is a fan, I guess time to share this to him.
A tour in stadium like this would be so much fun. I love that they give you the background and the history of the place. Aside from that, there’s plenty to love about it as well. Definitely a must see!
Having a great tour guide makes such a difference too.
I didn’t know anything about baseball. My sons are both into baseball
My son played soccer many years ago, and I still don’t understand it.
I would love to take a tour. Looking forward to when the New Globe Life Park opens. It would be a great place to bring the kiddos.
With kids, check out any local parks. They can be so much fun too.
Looks like you had a great time on the tour. I have never visited a baseball stadium but I’m sure it would be really interesting.
Always fun to learn.
IVE ALWAYS he needs is Talgo como feeling of walking through a ballpark. It brings back so many memories of my childhood.