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If you are looking for a more up-scale experience dining, eat here.
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The Bugler
2705 Central AveIf you are looking for a more up-scale experience dining, eat here.
This is a well-known barbecue establishment in Hot Springs. A lot of famous people have eaten here.
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McClard's Bar-B-Q Restaurant
505 Albert Pike RdThis is a well-known barbecue establishment in Hot Springs. A lot of famous people have eaten here.
Best Cafe
632 Ouachita AveDelicious food.
This is one of our favorite burger spots in Arkansas. You will only find 9 locations throughout Arkansas.
David's Burgers
3802 Central AvenueThis is one of our favorite burger spots in Arkansas. You will only find 9 locations throughout Arkansas.
This is a court of food trucks with a lot of choices. One of our favorites is Rock-N-Roll Hibachi.
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420 Eats
420 Malvern AvenueThis is a court of food trucks with a lot of choices. One of our favorites is Rock-N-Roll Hibachi.
A staple restaurant in the city’s historic district since 1940.
The Pancake Shop is a multi-awarded brunch spot that is popular among locals and tourists visiting the area.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re looking for the best restaurants downtown where you can catch up with your friends over an early or late breakfast, you can never go wrong with The Pancake Shop.
This restaurant will make you feel right at home with its nostalgic morning meals and friendly faces.
What to Eat
Enjoy the classic fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes, along with a plate of an Egg & Sausage, served with some toast and jelly.
Of course, you can’t forget a hot cup of joe!
After all, mornings are better with coffee, right?
So don’t miss out on dining in one of the top Hot Springs eats to get your day started!
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The Pancake Shop
216 Central AveA staple restaurant in the city’s historic district since 1940.
The Pancake Shop is a multi-awarded brunch spot that is popular among locals and tourists visiting the area.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re looking for the best restaurants downtown where you can catch up with your friends over an early or late breakfast, you can never go wrong with The Pancake Shop.
This restaurant will make you feel right at home with its nostalgic morning meals and friendly faces.
What to Eat
Enjoy the classic fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes, along with a plate of an Egg & Sausage, served with some toast and jelly.
Of course, you can’t forget a hot cup of joe!
After all, mornings are better with coffee, right?
So don’t miss out on dining in one of the top Hot Springs eats to get your day started!
One of the city’s longstanding Italian eateries, Rocky’s Corner, has been serving mouth-watering Chicago-style pizzas for decades and has been a go-to for locals.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you enjoy a great pizza, then get a taste of Italian flavors by visiting Rocky’s Corner.
The authenticity is evident in each dish, which will surely make you want to come back.
Plus, the cozy setting is perfect for a nice meal.
What to Eat
Order one of Rocky’s Corner’s best-selling Chicago-style pizza,
The Long Count, made with pepperoni, Italian sausage, and mushrooms.
And if you want to enjoy other food aside from pizza, you should also get a generous plate of creamy Fettuccine Alfredo, served with either garlic bread or some house salad.
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Rocky's Corner
2600 Central AveOne of the city’s longstanding Italian eateries, Rocky’s Corner, has been serving mouth-watering Chicago-style pizzas for decades and has been a go-to for locals.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you enjoy a great pizza, then get a taste of Italian flavors by visiting Rocky’s Corner.
The authenticity is evident in each dish, which will surely make you want to come back.
Plus, the cozy setting is perfect for a nice meal.
What to Eat
Order one of Rocky’s Corner’s best-selling Chicago-style pizza,
The Long Count, made with pepperoni, Italian sausage, and mushrooms.
And if you want to enjoy other food aside from pizza, you should also get a generous plate of creamy Fettuccine Alfredo, served with either garlic bread or some house salad.
Widely popular for its delicious burgers, the Ohio Club has been in the game since 1905.
It is one of the oldest restaurants in the city and the oldest bar in the state.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
Experience the city’s nightlife by dining at the Ohio Club.
This lively bar and restaurant offers a fun time along with impressive dishes — specifically, its award-winning burgers, that keep locals and tourists coming back for more.
What to Eat
Get your hands on some Big Al Double Cheeseburger, made with 2 5 oz beef patties on a special ciabatta bun with tomato, lettuce, onion, pepper jack cheese, cheddar cheese, smoked pepper bacon, and signature Templeton rye whiskey sauce.
You should definitely add some Fried Pickle Slices with Spicy Spears along with your burger for a tastier meal.
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Ohio Club
336 Central AveWidely popular for its delicious burgers, the Ohio Club has been in the game since 1905.
It is one of the oldest restaurants in the city and the oldest bar in the state.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
Experience the city’s nightlife by dining at the Ohio Club.
This lively bar and restaurant offers a fun time along with impressive dishes — specifically, its award-winning burgers, that keep locals and tourists coming back for more.
What to Eat
Get your hands on some Big Al Double Cheeseburger, made with 2 5 oz beef patties on a special ciabatta bun with tomato, lettuce, onion, pepper jack cheese, cheddar cheese, smoked pepper bacon, and signature Templeton rye whiskey sauce.
You should definitely add some Fried Pickle Slices with Spicy Spears along with your burger for a tastier meal.
Opened in 2003, the Colorado Grill highlights the authentic flavors of Southwestern cuisine, from quesadillas to tacos to burritos.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re in the mood for some Mexican food, you should try dining at the Colorado Grill.
Its mouthwatering and authentic dishes, along with the casual surroundings, allow you to fully engross yourself in your meal.
What to Eat
We recommend the Pueblo Platter, where you’ll get a log of beef burrito with queso, a crispy beef taco, and some cheese and onion enchilada.
Sounds tempting, right?
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Colorado Grill
320 Ouachita AveOpened in 2003, the Colorado Grill highlights the authentic flavors of Southwestern cuisine, from quesadillas to tacos to burritos.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re in the mood for some Mexican food, you should try dining at the Colorado Grill.
Its mouthwatering and authentic dishes, along with the casual surroundings, allow you to fully engross yourself in your meal.
What to Eat
We recommend the Pueblo Platter, where you’ll get a log of beef burrito with queso, a crispy beef taco, and some cheese and onion enchilada.
Sounds tempting, right?
Less than 15 minutes away from the city’s downtown area, Mr. Whiskers has been serving tasty food made fresh daily since 2009.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you want to treat yourself to a delicious meal after a long week, Mr. Whiskers is a must-try.
This restaurant boasts a laid-back atmosphere, making it more enjoyable to eat your comfort food.
What to Eat
Enjoy a basket of fried catfish served with fries, hush puppies, and coleslaw.
You should also add a half-rack of ribs to get a taste of some slowly cooked, tender, and flavorful ribs.
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Mr. Whiskers
4195 Malvern AveLess than 15 minutes away from the city’s downtown area, Mr. Whiskers has been serving tasty food made fresh daily since 2009.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you want to treat yourself to a delicious meal after a long week, Mr. Whiskers is a must-try.
This restaurant boasts a laid-back atmosphere, making it more enjoyable to eat your comfort food.
What to Eat
Enjoy a basket of fried catfish served with fries, hush puppies, and coleslaw.
You should also add a half-rack of ribs to get a taste of some slowly cooked, tender, and flavorful ribs.
Established in 1997, Bubba’s Catfish and Seafood is widely popular for its seafood dishes, such as boiled shrimp, crab cakes, coconut shrimp, and the infamous catfish.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re looking for the best places to eat in Hot Springs, visit one of the city’s most popular spots, Bubba’s Catfish and Seafood.
This restaurant offers a laid-back atmosphere perfect for enjoying delicious comfort food, from fried catfish to fried chicken tenders to jumbo fried shrimp. Who doesn’t love fried food, right?
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Bubba's Catfish & Seafood
622 Carpenter Dam RdEstablished in 1997, Bubba’s Catfish and Seafood is widely popular for its seafood dishes, such as boiled shrimp, crab cakes, coconut shrimp, and the infamous catfish.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re looking for the best places to eat in Hot Springs, visit one of the city’s most popular spots, Bubba’s Catfish and Seafood.
This restaurant offers a laid-back atmosphere perfect for enjoying delicious comfort food, from fried catfish to fried chicken tenders to jumbo fried shrimp. Who doesn’t love fried food, right?
Situated in the city’s downtown area, Deluca’s has been serving some of the best lunch in Hot Springs since 2013. This restaurant offers a wide array of Italian dishes popular among its customers.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
Are you out and about with your friends or family and can’t decide where to eat in Hot Springs?
Then you should try out Deluca’s and enjoy a delicious Italian meal.
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Deluca's Pizzeria
833 Central AveSituated in the city’s downtown area, Deluca’s has been serving some of the best lunch in Hot Springs since 2013. This restaurant offers a wide array of Italian dishes popular among its customers.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
Are you out and about with your friends or family and can’t decide where to eat in Hot Springs?
Then you should try out Deluca’s and enjoy a delicious Italian meal.
Housed in an 1800s era building, Rolando’s Restaurante serves authentic Mexican food, along with a wide selection of hand-crafted cocktails, margaritas, and more.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re from the downtown area and are looking for restaurants near you that offer a great time and delicious food, you should go to Rolando’s Restaurante.
This place is a great hang-out spot where you and some friends can enjoy a night out while catching up over Mexican dishes and drinks.
What to Eat
We highly recommend the Camarones Al Mojo, a flavorful shrimp dish that comes with shrimp sautéed in a wine sauce with red onions, tomatoes, garlic, and celery, along with some rice with black beans, cheese, and sour cream.
This dish would go great with a refreshing cocktail, such as Rolando’s Famous Mojito.
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Rolando's Restaurante
210 Central AveHoused in an 1800s era building, Rolando’s Restaurante serves authentic Mexican food, along with a wide selection of hand-crafted cocktails, margaritas, and more.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re from the downtown area and are looking for restaurants near you that offer a great time and delicious food, you should go to Rolando’s Restaurante.
This place is a great hang-out spot where you and some friends can enjoy a night out while catching up over Mexican dishes and drinks.
What to Eat
We highly recommend the Camarones Al Mojo, a flavorful shrimp dish that comes with shrimp sautéed in a wine sauce with red onions, tomatoes, garlic, and celery, along with some rice with black beans, cheese, and sour cream.
This dish would go great with a refreshing cocktail, such as Rolando’s Famous Mojito.
Situated in the heart of the city’s downtown area, VAULT has become one of the most popular food spots since opening in 2017.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re looking for the best dinner places in Hot Springs where you can take your significant other out for a date, then you should head to one of the city’s most romantic restaurants, VAULT.
Apart from its exquisite dishes, the interior is elegant yet fun, making it an excellent place for a romantic dinner.
What to Eat
Start your meal with a generous serving of fresh oysters to prepare your appetite.
We recommend the Snapper, served with Arkansas wild rice, wild mushrooms, and a nice beurre blanc sauce if you love seafood.
But if you prefer meat, the Dry-Aged Ribeye served with crispy potatoes and creamy smoked corn will surely knock your socks off.
And of course, what better drink to enjoy a lovely meal, other than a glass of premium wine from the restaurant’s comprehensive list of wines.
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VAULT
723 Central AveSituated in the heart of the city’s downtown area, VAULT has become one of the most popular food spots since opening in 2017.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re looking for the best dinner places in Hot Springs where you can take your significant other out for a date, then you should head to one of the city’s most romantic restaurants, VAULT.
Apart from its exquisite dishes, the interior is elegant yet fun, making it an excellent place for a romantic dinner.
What to Eat
Start your meal with a generous serving of fresh oysters to prepare your appetite.
We recommend the Snapper, served with Arkansas wild rice, wild mushrooms, and a nice beurre blanc sauce if you love seafood.
But if you prefer meat, the Dry-Aged Ribeye served with crispy potatoes and creamy smoked corn will surely knock your socks off.
And of course, what better drink to enjoy a lovely meal, other than a glass of premium wine from the restaurant’s comprehensive list of wines.
Established in 1997, Cafe 1217 is an award-winning restaurant that serves hearty and delicious meals, from fresh salad to seafood to sandwiches.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re looking for the best rated restaurants in Hot Springs, Cafe 1217 is easily an excellent option.
This chic restaurant offers delicious savory and sweet dishes that you’ll surely enjoy.
Plus, the restaurant provides a chill atmosphere, allowing you to have an enjoyable meal.
What to Eat
Get a delicious piece of Apricot Glazed Salmon, served with spicy mustard if you enjoy seafood, and General Tso’s Glazed Pork Loin, stuffed with mushroom and Boursin cheese.
For a sweet ending to your meal, enjoy a decadent portion of Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake.
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Cafe 1217
1217 Malvern AveEstablished in 1997, Cafe 1217 is an award-winning restaurant that serves hearty and delicious meals, from fresh salad to seafood to sandwiches.
Why This Restaurant Is a Must Eat
If you’re looking for the best rated restaurants in Hot Springs, Cafe 1217 is easily an excellent option.
This chic restaurant offers delicious savory and sweet dishes that you’ll surely enjoy.
Plus, the restaurant provides a chill atmosphere, allowing you to have an enjoyable meal.
What to Eat
Get a delicious piece of Apricot Glazed Salmon, served with spicy mustard if you enjoy seafood, and General Tso’s Glazed Pork Loin, stuffed with mushroom and Boursin cheese.
For a sweet ending to your meal, enjoy a decadent portion of Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake.
Delicious and inexpensive. Located behind the racetrack. I highly recommend.
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Oaklawn Track Kitchen
171 Golf Links RdDelicious and inexpensive. Located behind the racetrack. I highly recommend.
To Do
Looking for a fun experience, check out Oaklawn's live racing or the casino located just 6 miles away.
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Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
2705 Central AveLooking for a fun experience, check out Oaklawn's live racing or the casino located just 6 miles away.
This is a great place for mini golf and to ride go-karts. This is right around the corner from our lake cabin.
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Rastreadores divertidos
2614 Albert Pike RdThis is a great place for mini golf and to ride go-karts. This is right around the corner from our lake cabin.
Bathhouse Row was once the main attraction at Hot Springs, and it's still worth a visit today. Take a dip at one of the eight real bathhouses scattered along the street, including historic ones that date back to the 1800s. If you don't feel like a soak, you'll still find plenty to do amidst the eye-catching architecture, local boutiques, and unique restaurants.
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Bathhouse Soapery
366 Central AveBathhouse Row was once the main attraction at Hot Springs, and it's still worth a visit today. Take a dip at one of the eight real bathhouses scattered along the street, including historic ones that date back to the 1800s. If you don't feel like a soak, you'll still find plenty to do amidst the eye-catching architecture, local boutiques, and unique restaurants.
Spas and shootouts may seem like an odd mix, but the town of Hot Springs was once frequented by some of the most famous criminals in U.S. history, along with its more genteel patrons. To commemorate this, the city founded the Gangster Museum of America. The museum features exhibits about the bootlegging, illegal gambling, and other notorious criminal activities that once went on here, as well as profiles of the lives and times of famous gangsters.
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Gangster Museum of America
510 Central AveSpas and shootouts may seem like an odd mix, but the town of Hot Springs was once frequented by some of the most famous criminals in U.S. history, along with its more genteel patrons. To commemorate this, the city founded the Gangster Museum of America. The museum features exhibits about the bootlegging, illegal gambling, and other notorious criminal activities that once went on here, as well as profiles of the lives and times of famous gangsters.
While you're at Hot Springs National Park, be sure to stop and take in the splendor of the Garvan Woodland Gardens. This lush botanical garden features 15 connected sites that seamlessly blend wild, natural beauty with beautiful man-made landscapes for a one-of-a-kind experience. Stroll through fields of wildflowers and along flowing mountain streams, then stop and meditate at the peaceful Pine Wind Japanese Garden.
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Jardines de Garvan Woodland
4819 Arkridge RdWhile you're at Hot Springs National Park, be sure to stop and take in the splendor of the Garvan Woodland Gardens. This lush botanical garden features 15 connected sites that seamlessly blend wild, natural beauty with beautiful man-made landscapes for a one-of-a-kind experience. Stroll through fields of wildflowers and along flowing mountain streams, then stop and meditate at the peaceful Pine Wind Japanese Garden.
The Superior Bathhouse remained empty for 30 years until an enterprising entrepreneur began plans to revitalize the dormant structure into a brewery and tap house in 2013. Using the famous 144-degree spring water, the brewery is the first to use thermal spring water as its main ingredient. Now it is a brewery, craft beer tasting room, and full-service restaurant. With 18 original brews on tap, there's bound to be a beer you love.
Established in 2013, the Superior Bathhouse Brewery is the 1st brewery built in a US National Park.
And what makes it stand out among other breweries is that it uses all-natural hot spring water as its main ingredient.
Plus, they offer delicious comfort food that everyone loves.
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Superior Bathhouse Brewery and Distillery
329 Central AveThe Superior Bathhouse remained empty for 30 years until an enterprising entrepreneur began plans to revitalize the dormant structure into a brewery and tap house in 2013. Using the famous 144-degree spring water, the brewery is the first to use thermal spring water as its main ingredient. Now it is a brewery, craft beer tasting room, and full-service restaurant. With 18 original brews on tap, there's bound to be a beer you love.
Established in 2013, the Superior Bathhouse Brewery is the 1st brewery built in a US National Park.
And what makes it stand out among other breweries is that it uses all-natural hot spring water as its main ingredient.
Plus, they offer delicious comfort food that everyone loves.
One of the major employers in Hot Springs is Mountain Valley Spring Water, a popular bottled water company founded in 1871 in an effort to bottle the supposed healing powers of the area's natural springs. The factory's history is closely tied with that of the town. The Mountain Valley Spring Water Visitor Center takes you on a tour of this unique intertwined history, which precedes an exploration of the modern bottling plant to see how things have changed.
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Mountain Valley Spring Co - Visitor Center and Museum
150 Central AveOne of the major employers in Hot Springs is Mountain Valley Spring Water, a popular bottled water company founded in 1871 in an effort to bottle the supposed healing powers of the area's natural springs. The factory's history is closely tied with that of the town. The Mountain Valley Spring Water Visitor Center takes you on a tour of this unique intertwined history, which precedes an exploration of the modern bottling plant to see how things have changed.
While many attractions in Hot Springs are focused on the past, you can still experience some modern-day learning at the Mid-America Science Museum. This fun museum features interactive exhibits that help kids and adults alike learn about physics, anatomy, natural history, and more. Check the schedule before you go as sometimes unique workshops and other activities are available for a little extra fun.
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Museo de Ciencias Mid-America
500 Mid America BlvdWhile many attractions in Hot Springs are focused on the past, you can still experience some modern-day learning at the Mid-America Science Museum. This fun museum features interactive exhibits that help kids and adults alike learn about physics, anatomy, natural history, and more. Check the schedule before you go as sometimes unique workshops and other activities are available for a little extra fun.
Hiking and visiting museums are great, but sometimes you just want to get your adrenaline going. If that's the case, head over to the Magic Springs Water and Theme Park. This quirky local park features one-of-a-kind rides and attractions, including everything from thrilling rollercoasters to more sedate fun suitable for young children. Be sure to bring your swimsuit on hot days to take advantage of the water rides.
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Parque temático y acuático Magic Springs
1701 E Grand AveHiking and visiting museums are great, but sometimes you just want to get your adrenaline going. If that's the case, head over to the Magic Springs Water and Theme Park. This quirky local park features one-of-a-kind rides and attractions, including everything from thrilling rollercoasters to more sedate fun suitable for young children. Be sure to bring your swimsuit on hot days to take advantage of the water rides.
A unique, family-friendly venue, the Galaxy Connection is a Star Wars and Superhero personal collection. Visitors can walk through and interact with the props and memorabilia. Choose between regular admission with a 45 minute guided tour and photos or an in-depth 90-minute tour that includes high-grade props and a commemorative mini-poster.
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The Galaxy Connection
536 Ouachita AveA unique, family-friendly venue, the Galaxy Connection is a Star Wars and Superhero personal collection. Visitors can walk through and interact with the props and memorabilia. Choose between regular admission with a 45 minute guided tour and photos or an in-depth 90-minute tour that includes high-grade props and a commemorative mini-poster.
Hot Springs offers a variety of entertainment options, but one of the most popular is the Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic and Comedy. The family-friendly shows feature a seamless blend of illusion, sleight of hand, and comedy that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Plan a little extra time before or after the show to explore the attached Oddity and Curiosity Museum, which highlights objects of magic and mystery from around the world.
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Maxwell Blade's Theatre of Magic & Comedy
817 Central AveHot Springs offers a variety of entertainment options, but one of the most popular is the Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic and Comedy. The family-friendly shows feature a seamless blend of illusion, sleight of hand, and comedy that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Plan a little extra time before or after the show to explore the attached Oddity and Curiosity Museum, which highlights objects of magic and mystery from around the world.
The Hot Springs National Park Grand Promenade runs along behind Bath House Row, a half-mile long, with fantastic views of downtown Hot Springs. From Reserve Street to Fountain Street, the paved trail will take visitors along sites such as the Arlington Lawn, quartz veins in the sandstone, and tufa cliffs. Visitors won't want to miss the hot springs cascade as it surges from the mountain. This historic brick promenade was a project funded by the PWA in 1933.
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The Grand Promenade
The Grand PromenadeThe Hot Springs National Park Grand Promenade runs along behind Bath House Row, a half-mile long, with fantastic views of downtown Hot Springs. From Reserve Street to Fountain Street, the paved trail will take visitors along sites such as the Arlington Lawn, quartz veins in the sandstone, and tufa cliffs. Visitors won't want to miss the hot springs cascade as it surges from the mountain. This historic brick promenade was a project funded by the PWA in 1933.
Another popular attraction in Hot Springs, the petting zoo is a nice place to visit for it contains a wide variety of animals such as alligators, deer, ponies, goats, lions, ostriches and many more. What distinguishes this little wildlife park than others is the way the zoo functions. The place has been devised and maintained to provide a friendly and comfortable environment to both animals and visitors. People can hold baby alligators and feed them on meat sticks. There are live alligator feeding shows arranged for visitors along with a displayed merman , mini museum, and a nice souvenir shop. Opened in 1902, this unique place has been thriving since then and is a must to visit for travellers.
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Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo
847 Whittington AveAnother popular attraction in Hot Springs, the petting zoo is a nice place to visit for it contains a wide variety of animals such as alligators, deer, ponies, goats, lions, ostriches and many more. What distinguishes this little wildlife park than others is the way the zoo functions. The place has been devised and maintained to provide a friendly and comfortable environment to both animals and visitors. People can hold baby alligators and feed them on meat sticks. There are live alligator feeding shows arranged for visitors along with a displayed merman , mini museum, and a nice souvenir shop. Opened in 1902, this unique place has been thriving since then and is a must to visit for travellers.
Hot Springs has many things to admire. From a history full of gangsters and their escapades to numerous natural resources such as national parks and natural springs, there are just so many things to explore and understand for a traveller in this little city of surprises. Regardless of how many places you have explored in Hot Springs, the trip is always incomplete without an ample visit to its breweries and wine shops. Known for its fine quality and exquisite taste, the art of winemaking is Arkansas goes way back in history and has been protected and preserved since then. The winery of Hot Springs is a place dedicated to its native wines. People visiting the place will get to see a wide variety of Arkansas Wines showcased there and even taste them before buying.
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Winery of Hot Springs
1503 Central AveHot Springs has many things to admire. From a history full of gangsters and their escapades to numerous natural resources such as national parks and natural springs, there are just so many things to explore and understand for a traveller in this little city of surprises. Regardless of how many places you have explored in Hot Springs, the trip is always incomplete without an ample visit to its breweries and wine shops. Known for its fine quality and exquisite taste, the art of winemaking is Arkansas goes way back in history and has been protected and preserved since then. The winery of Hot Springs is a place dedicated to its native wines. People visiting the place will get to see a wide variety of Arkansas Wines showcased there and even taste them before buying.
Build and assembled by Frank Moshinskie decades ago, this miniature city today stands as a popular attraction among folks and travellers. Now called as Tiny Town, it started off as a humble under-the-Christmas-tree which grew over the time thanks to the constant efforts of Frank for 68 years. The interactive model railroad is functioning and open for visitors to try their hands on it. The animated railroad let you pass the train through about 22 states and varied places including Mount Rushmore and Niagara Falls. What’s more interesting is that the museum like place has been completely handcrafted and was created by using waste. All in all, the place is the perfect example of creativity at its peak and definitely somewhere to stop by for a while.
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Tiny Town
374 Whittington AveBuild and assembled by Frank Moshinskie decades ago, this miniature city today stands as a popular attraction among folks and travellers. Now called as Tiny Town, it started off as a humble under-the-Christmas-tree which grew over the time thanks to the constant efforts of Frank for 68 years. The interactive model railroad is functioning and open for visitors to try their hands on it. The animated railroad let you pass the train through about 22 states and varied places including Mount Rushmore and Niagara Falls. What’s more interesting is that the museum like place has been completely handcrafted and was created by using waste. All in all, the place is the perfect example of creativity at its peak and definitely somewhere to stop by for a while.
Located in downtown Hot Springs, Big Axe Battleground is the area’s first competitive axe throwing venue and were looking to put Hot Springs on the map!
We know what you’re thinking, axe throwing sounds and looks a little crazy. But there are actually a lot of benefits and rich history behind the sport of axe throwing that we think you may find interesting, not to mentions it’s an awesome way to unwind and blow off some steam.
You and your friends, coworkers, wedding party, or knitting club get a lane and take turns throwing at one of our 10 targets. The moment you stick your first bullseye, we know you’ll be hooked!
Big Axe Battleground
500 Ouachita AvenueLocated in downtown Hot Springs, Big Axe Battleground is the area’s first competitive axe throwing venue and were looking to put Hot Springs on the map!
We know what you’re thinking, axe throwing sounds and looks a little crazy. But there are actually a lot of benefits and rich history behind the sport of axe throwing that we think you may find interesting, not to mentions it’s an awesome way to unwind and blow off some steam.
You and your friends, coworkers, wedding party, or knitting club get a lane and take turns throwing at one of our 10 targets. The moment you stick your first bullseye, we know you’ll be hooked!
What to know
This peaceful park is located on Lake Catherine, one of five lakes in the beautiful Ouachita Mountain region. The only full-service marina on the lake is here at the park and open in the summertime for bait, snacks/drinks, and fuel. The park also includes a launch ramp, pavilion, picnic sites, playgrounds, and a well-marked trail that leads to a waterfall.
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Parque Estatal del Lago Catherine
1200 Catherine Park RdWhat to know
This peaceful park is located on Lake Catherine, one of five lakes in the beautiful Ouachita Mountain region. The only full-service marina on the lake is here at the park and open in the summertime for bait, snacks/drinks, and fuel. The park also includes a launch ramp, pavilion, picnic sites, playgrounds, and a well-marked trail that leads to a waterfall.
Get resources for places to explore in our beautiful city.
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Hot Springs Visitor Center
629 Central AveGet resources for places to explore in our beautiful city.
Drink the Water
Is the water from hot springs good to drink?
Water from the hot springs is Hot Spring's National Park's primary resource. Congress first protected the hot springs in 1832, and it intended for the water to be used.
Drinking the hot springs water is perfectly normal, even encouraged. Go ahead, "quaff the elixir," as they used to say in the heyday of the spa. Thousands of visitors highly endorse the good quality of the hot springs water and fill bottles to take home.
Below are the fountain locations for your enjoyment.
Thermal Spring Fountains
In front of the Libbey Memorial Physical Medicine Center on Reserve St. - suitable for filling jugs.
In front of the National Park Service Administration Building on Reserve St. - suitable for filling jugs.
Between the Hale and Maurice Bathhouses on the Bathhouse Row
The Noble Fountain on Reserve St. (at the south entrance of the Grand Promenade)
The Dripping Spring between the Hale and Maurice Bathhouses
The Shell Fountain on the Stevens Balustrade (between the Fordyce and the Maurice Bathhouses)
Outside the park boundaries at the Hill Wheatley Plaza on Central Ave. - suitable for filling jugs.
Cold Spring Fountains
Happy Hollow
Whittington Spring
These two fountains dispense water from cold springs, whose sources are different from the hot springs. Whittington Spring flows out of West Mountain, and Happy Hollow Spring flows out of North Mountain. The Arkansas Department of health requires formal treatment of these springs, and ozone filtration systems are used because they have been deemed the least intrusive of the acceptable methods. Very little ozone remains in the water by the time it reaches the spigot. There is no "treated" taste.
The park provides spring water free of charge at all of its jug fountains. Regulations prohibit private individuals from selling any of the park's waters.
Hot Spring above Ground in Park
Drink the Water
Is the water from hot springs good to drink?
Water from the hot springs is Hot Spring's National Park's primary resource. Congress first protected the hot springs in 1832, and it intended for the water to be used.
Drinking the hot springs water is perfectly normal, even encouraged. Go ahead, "quaff the elixir," as they used to say in the heyday of the spa. Thousands of visitors highly endorse the good quality of the hot springs water and fill bottles to take home.
Below are the fountain locations for your enjoyment.
Thermal Spring Fountains
In front of the Libbey Memorial Physical Medicine Center on Reserve St. - suitable for filling jugs.
In front of the National Park Service Administration Building on Reserve St. - suitable for filling jugs.
Between the Hale and Maurice Bathhouses on the Bathhouse Row
The Noble Fountain on Reserve St. (at the south entrance of the Grand Promenade)
The Dripping Spring between the Hale and Maurice Bathhouses
The Shell Fountain on the Stevens Balustrade (between the Fordyce and the Maurice Bathhouses)
Outside the park boundaries at the Hill Wheatley Plaza on Central Ave. - suitable for filling jugs.
Cold Spring Fountains
Happy Hollow
Whittington Spring
These two fountains dispense water from cold springs, whose sources are different from the hot springs. Whittington Spring flows out of West Mountain, and Happy Hollow Spring flows out of North Mountain. The Arkansas Department of health requires formal treatment of these springs, and ozone filtration systems are used because they have been deemed the least intrusive of the acceptable methods. Very little ozone remains in the water by the time it reaches the spigot. There is no "treated" taste.
The park provides spring water free of charge at all of its jug fountains. Regulations prohibit private individuals from selling any of the park's waters.
Sightseeing
Venture over for sightseeing.
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Parque Estatal del Lago Ouachita
5451 Mountain Pine RdVenture over for sightseeing.
Drive up or hike to West Mountain. You can see the city from the top of the mountain.
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West Mountain Trail
Drive up or hike to West Mountain. You can see the city from the top of the mountain.
The natural wonders of Hot Springs National Park have captivated Americans since before colonial times, and this unique piece of land was even given an official protected status before the concept of national parks existed. Take a tour of the historic bathhouse that is still maintained like it was in the 19th century, then explore the hiking trails winding around Hot Springs Mountain. Choose a natural hot springs site to ease your feet after your hike. The park is located right outside of the town for easy access.
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Hot Springs National Park
The natural wonders of Hot Springs National Park have captivated Americans since before colonial times, and this unique piece of land was even given an official protected status before the concept of national parks existed. Take a tour of the historic bathhouse that is still maintained like it was in the 19th century, then explore the hiking trails winding around Hot Springs Mountain. Choose a natural hot springs site to ease your feet after your hike. The park is located right outside of the town for easy access.
If you prefer to get off the beaten path a little bit, head further outside town to Ouachita National Forest. There you'll find more than 1.8 million acres to explore by foot, horseback, mountain bike, or ATV. Bring your canoe or kayak and paddle down one of the many rivers that cross through the forest, but be prepared for some significant rapids. Whether you want an easy hike on a well-maintained nature trail or a challenging backcountry adventure, you'll find it in Ouachita National Forest.
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Ouachita National Forest
If you prefer to get off the beaten path a little bit, head further outside town to Ouachita National Forest. There you'll find more than 1.8 million acres to explore by foot, horseback, mountain bike, or ATV. Bring your canoe or kayak and paddle down one of the many rivers that cross through the forest, but be prepared for some significant rapids. Whether you want an easy hike on a well-maintained nature trail or a challenging backcountry adventure, you'll find it in Ouachita National Forest.
At the very top of Hot Springs Mountain, a futuristic-looking building peeks out from over the tops of the trees. Large windows wrap around the domed design to offer 360-degree views of the forest and town. On the lower level you'll find a visitor's center that offers plenty of information about the major sights, so consider exploring that before you head to the viewing platform. This tower does have an accessible elevator for those who can't climb stairs, but you may have to wait a bit on busy days. Try to plan your trip for a clear day, as sometimes low-lying clouds can obscure the view during inclement weather.
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Hot Springs Mountain Tower
401 Hot Springs Mountain DrAt the very top of Hot Springs Mountain, a futuristic-looking building peeks out from over the tops of the trees. Large windows wrap around the domed design to offer 360-degree views of the forest and town. On the lower level you'll find a visitor's center that offers plenty of information about the major sights, so consider exploring that before you head to the viewing platform. This tower does have an accessible elevator for those who can't climb stairs, but you may have to wait a bit on busy days. Try to plan your trip for a clear day, as sometimes low-lying clouds can obscure the view during inclement weather.