Hot Springs Attractions Guide
A gorgeous view of the front of Anthony Chapel at Garvan Woodland Gardens.
Hot Springs showcases the splendor of a state known for its natural beauty. So stunning are the area’s features that it’s worth slowing down to soak it all in.
For hands-on types, a variety of exciting activities await, including golf, horseback riding, canoeing and fishing. With beautiful parks, bubbling springs, grand lakes and breathtaking mountain views, outdoor adventures abound. Tours, theme parks, historical attractions, museums – the list goes on and on. You and your traveling companions have no shortage of options, but perhaps a shortage of time. Whatever you decide, you can’t go wrong. And take comfort in knowing you’re always welcome back to Hot Springs!
ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS
A Narrow Escape
801 Central Ave., Suite 34, Hot Springs
501-777-5625 | narrowescapear.com
We have six exciting ESCAPE ROOMS to choose from! Family friendly and full of fun. Find us downtown, call us at 501-777-5625, or book online at narrowescapear.com. Open 11-10 p.m. W-Sa and 11-7:30 p.m. Su.
Adventureworks Inc.
1700 Shady Grove Road, Hot Springs
501-262-9182 | adventureworks.com
Experience a thrilling adventure with a bird's eye view! Visit Hot Springs' exciting zip line adventure park! Zip lining is great for families, groups and all of you weekend warriors. We offer 10 zip lines, covering over a mile of zipping fun. Operating hours depend on tours booked in advanced.
Arkadelphia Aquatic Park
2575 Twin Rivers Drive, Arkadelphia
870-246-5499 | recreation.arkadelphia.gov
This aquatic park was built to accommodate all ages with a pool featuring a drop slide, floating play pieces and four arching sprays, with new aquatic play structure added. Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. M-Sa and 1-5 p.m. W & Su.
Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo
847 Whittington Ave., Hot Springs
501-623-6172 | alligatorfarmzoo.com
A visit to the Arkansas Alligator Farm and Petting Zoo consists of time spent in our petting zoo, viewing our mini-zoo, seeing lots of alligators, and more! Hold a baby alligator! Feed is provided for our petting zoo with general admission tickets. Purchase a ticket to feed an alligator. Purchase a ticket to feed our parakeets. Come see one of the hidden gems of Hot Springs, Arkansas. Please visit alligatorfarmzoo.com for our hours of operation.
Big Axe Battleground
500 Ouachita Ave., Hot Springs
501-596-8600 | bigaxebattleground.com
Located on the corner of Ouachita and Hawthorne Street in Downtown Hot Springs, the 3,000-square-foot venue includes five custom-made axe throwing lanes. Behind the lanes are bar top tables with stools for participants to enjoy cold beverages and snacks. At Big Axe Battleground, guests are invited to BYOB (beer and wine only). Open F, Sa and Su. Please check our website for hours of operation. Appointments can be made for private events, birthdays or team building.
Central Bowling Lanes
3917 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-525-1338
Central Bowling Lanes offers state-of-the-art equipment to provide the ultimate bowling experience. There are 24 lanes, a family arcade and concessions. Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Su-Th, 10 a.m.-midnight F, Sa.
Dryden Art Pottery Gallery/Studio
341 Whittington Ave., Hot Springs
501-623-4201 | drydenpottery.com
Celebrating 80 years of business! The Dryden family has been making pottery since 1946 using the area's high-quality quartz silica in their custom formulated clay and glazes. The pottery has a large gallery/gift shop and mini-museum open to the public to view. The showroom features many one-of-a-kind pieces to choose from. Live potter's wheel demonstrations and tours are offered daily 10-11:45 a.m., M-F and all day Sa. Classes are available, sign up on our website. Open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. M-Sa.
Escape Hot Springs
622 Malvern Ave., Hot Springs
501-463-6532 | escapehotsprings.com
You have one hour to use your brain to solve our puzzles, discover our secrets and unlock your escape. A FUN live physical adventure game that is a combination of immersive theatre and brain games. Hot Springs' No. 1 "Fun and Games" activity according to Tripadvisor. Refer to website for operating days / times. Bookings must be done online at our website.
FunTrackers Fun Center
2614 Albert Pike Road, Hot Springs
501-767-8140 | funtrackersfamilypark.com
Take a spin in the go-karts and bumper boats or get competitive in the large family arcade. Challenge the family to 18 holes around Volcano Falls Miniature Golf Course, which features giant waterfalls and a large volcano erupting with 25-foot fireballs. Open daily, call for hours.
Iron Mountain Lodge & Marina - Mountain Bike Trail System
134 Iron Mountain Marina Drive, Arkadelphia
870-246-4310 | iron-mountain.com
Thirty miles of fast-draining trails built to IMBA standards. Nicely bermed turns with some drops of varying difficulty. Used for several off-road events including cross-country races and XTERRA events. Lots of switchbacks with occasional rock gardens of intermediate difficulty. When not in the rock gardens, the trail is flowy most of the way. There are views of the lake from several locations. Trailhead access on property. Open daily.
Magic Springs Theme and Water Park
1701 E. Grand Ave., Hot Springs
501-624-0100; 501-318-5370 | magicsprings.com
Get ready for a day of thrills at Arkansas' only theme and water park! The park hosts several thrilling coasters like The Gauntlet and X-Coaster plus, plenty of rides and activities for the entire family! Cool down in our Wave Pool and don't miss the slides of Seven Falls Tower. Admission includes the water and theme park, plus families can enjoy a variety of live entertainment under the stars in the Timberwood Amphitheater during the Summer Concert Series. Discounted group rates available. Visit website for details on everything the Thrill Capital of Arkansas has to offer! Open May-October.
Majestic Park
105 W. Belding St., Hot Springs
501-359-2414 | majesticpark.org
Majestic Park is both a tremendous asset for the kids of Hot Springs and the scene for tournament baseball/softball across the South. Hours vary.
Mid-America Science Museum
500 Mid-America Blvd., Hot Springs
501-767-3461 | midamericamuseum.org
IMLS Medal Winner, and Smithsonian Affiliate, Mid-America Science Museum has 100-plus engaging, hands-on science exhibits including the world's most powerful conical Tesla Coil. Experience the Hall of Wonder, Bob Wheeler Science Skywalk, the Oaklawn Foundation Digital Dome Theater and DinoTrek, the state's first-ever outdoor dinosaur exhibit, and traveling exhibits in the new Hall of Wonder. Visit the museum's workshops, Arkansas Underfoot, and Alliance Rubber Company Tinkering Studio. Mid-America Science Museum is open year-round. To purchase tickets or plan your trip visit midamericamuseum.org. For news and updates follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
Mystic Ozark
491 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-767-3461 | http://mysticozark.com/
Mystic Ozark, an immersive attraction located in the historic Ozark Bathhouse, offers 4,300 square feet of interactive, Instagram-worthy exhibit space for visitors of all ages. Experience themed environments, geothermal spring waters, animated projections, and engaging installations that highlight the rich history and natural beauty of Hot Springs. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tu-Sa, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Su. Closed on M.
National Park Aquarium
209 Central Ave., Hot Springs National Park
501-624-3474 | nationalparkaquarium.org
Exhibits featuring 80 species of live animals-freshwater fish, saltwater fish, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates from around the world. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. fall and spring, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. winter, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. summer; Open seven days a week all year.
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
4612 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-525-9311 | piratescove.com
The adventures and legends of infamous pirates come to life at Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf! Putt your way through the world of 18th-century buccaneers as you wind through mountain caves, over footbridges and beneath cascading waterfalls. Read of the exploits of well-known pirates as you test your skills on our two award-winning, 18-hole courses. Swashbuckling fun for the whole family! Open seven days a week from 9 a.m.-11 p.m. during peak season. Call for hours before Memorial Day and after Labor Day, as those change with the temperature.
Tiny Town
374 Whittington Ave., Hot Springs
501-624-4742 | tinytowntrains.com
A quirky, family-friendly attraction featuring a miniature village and interactive model railroad. Let the kids operate the trains! The model railroad is completely animated with hundreds of moving parts. Come see the tiny scenes of 22 states, Niagara Falls, Mount Rushmore and the Colorado Rockies. Open seasonally March to October.
ART GALLERIES / STUDIOS
Alison Parsons Studio
1017 Lakeshore Drive, Hot Springs
501-655-0604 | alisonparsons.com
Working artist studio and shop specializing in local landmarks and Oaklawn Racing art. Open most times and especially when I am creating new art! Call or text 501-655-0604 for directions.
American Art Gallery & Gifts LLC
724 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-624-0550 | amerart@outlook.com
American Art Gallery & Gifts, we have Southwest jewelry, pottery, sculpture and art. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. M-Sa.
Art by the Park
216 B Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-623-2363
For a one-of-a-kind aesthetic experience, visit historic Hot Springs' Art by the Park — an art gallery with hand-painted recreations of the Old Masters. Call for hours.
Artists' Workshop Gallery
610-A Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-623-6401 | artistsworkshopgallery.com
Artists' Workshop Gallery is a cooperative art gallery owned and operated by over 30 local artists. We feature reasonably priced art in many mediums, including original art, prints and notecards. We also offer jewelry, glass works, journals and more. We invite you to come in, say hello and browse our beautiful artwork. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. M and W-Sa. Noon-5 p.m. Su. Closed Tu.
The Blue Rock Studio
262 Hideaway Hills Drive, Hot Springs
501-538-3624 | barbaracade.com
Featuring Barbara Cade's original contemporary fiber landscape tapestries and sculptures for architectural and home interiors. Some current work addresses environmental disasters. Open by chance or by appointment.
Dryden Art Pottery Gallery/Studio
341 Whittington Ave., Hot Springs
501-623-4201 | drydenpottery.com
Celebrating 80 years of business! The Dryden family has been making pottery since 1946 using the area's high-quality quartz silica in their custom formulated clay and glazes. The pottery has a large gallery/gift shop and mini-museum open to the public to view. The showroom features many one-of-a-kind pieces to choose from. Live potter's wheel demonstrations and tours are offered daily 10-11:45 a.m., M-F and all day Sa. Classes are available, sign up on our website. Open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. M-Sa.
Forest Path Gallery
107 Stillmeadow Lane, Hot Springs
501-617-0594 | genesparling.com
Fine Art and Contemporary Craft by Gene Sparling. Wood bowls, vessels, sculpture and furniture. Each piece is individually crafted in the adjoining studio by the artist. It's art you can use, every day for generations. Just 10 miles south of downtown in a beautiful natural setting. Open anytime by appointment, please call.
Fox Pass Pottery
379 Fox Pass Cutoff, Hot Springs
501-463-2607 | foxpasspottery.com
We are a pottery studio producing handmade high-fire stoneware pottery, hand-built and wheel thrown. Our ware ranges from kitchen and serving pieces to vases and sculpture. The ware is dishwasher safe, microwave safe and oven proof. We mix our own clay and make our own glazes. We have a 51-year history of producing fine handcrafted pottery. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tu-Sa.
Gallery Central
340A Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-318-4278 | facebook.com/gallerycentral
Whether you're just beginning to appreciate and purchase art or have an extensive collection, you'll find something just for you at Gallery Central. The gallery features impressionistic to contemporary acrylics, oils, pottery, blown glass and sculpture from more than 35 artists. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. M-Sa.
Justus Fine Art Gallery
827-A Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-321-2335 | justusfineart.com
Justus Fine Art Gallery showcases original work by recognized artists working in a wide range of styles and mediums. Exhibit openings are held on the first Friday of each month from 5-9 p.m. in conjunction with the Hot Springs Gallery Walk. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. W-Sa and by appointment.
Legacy Fine Art Gallery
804 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-762-0840 | lfagallery.com
Gorgeous fine art gallery showcasing exceptional local, national and international artists including Patrick Cunningham, Zak Butler, Stephen Harlan, Ryan Hill, Fidel Garcia, Goli, Ed Pennebaker, the Makk Family, Vangelis and more. A stunning space also available for private events. Open by appointment only and for Gallery Walk the first Friday of each month.
Whittington Gallery / Studios
307 Whittington Ave., Hot Springs
501-607-0214 | facebook.com/whittingtongallerystudios
Whittington Gallery has 40 local artists with a wide variety of works, pastels, acrylics and oil paintings, pottery, jewelry, gourd art and more! Whittington is a laid-back gallery with reasonably priced artwork. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. M-Sa. Closed Su.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Big Steam Music Festival
629 Central Ave., Hill Wheatley Plaza, Hot Springs
bigsteammusicfestival.org
Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival
835 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-538-0452 | hsdfi.org
Each year, with the help of a small staff and over 100 dedicated volunteers, Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival attracts thousands of visitors to the nine-day multicultural and intergenerational event. Celebrating its 35th edition in downtown Hot Springs in October 2026, it is the oldest all-documentary festival in North America and one of the longest running nonfiction festivals in the world. The Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival remains a prominent champion and protector of the documentary film genre. Check website for upcoming schedule.
Hot Springs International Horror Film Festival
1008 Central Ave., Hot Springs
hotspringshorrorfilmfestival.com
From killer shorts to full-length feasts of terror, films from the Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller and Fantasy genres are represented. Submissions come from around the world. The four-day event includes panel discussions, a film competition and Q&A sessions with industry professionals. Held at the historic Central Theater in downtown.
Hot Springs Music Festival
P.O. Box 1857, Hot Springs
501-623-4763 | hotmusicfestival.com
For the first two weeks in June, Hot Springs is filled with music provided by 100 exceptionally talented international student musicians and 20 world-class mentor/teachers who present daily open rehearsals and nightly chamber or orchestral concerts in various venues around the city. According to USA Today, "The Hot Springs Music Festival is a classical music wonder." The atmosphere is casual, classical and fun!
GOLF
Glenwood Country Club
584 Arkansas Highway 70 E., Glenwood
870-356-4422 | glenwoodcountryclub.com
Glenwood Country Club, nestled right outside of Hot Springs, is a challenging 18-hole golf course that features two lakes, rolling hills, Bermuda fairways, and newly planted Bermuda greens. Amenities include a driving range, putting green, designated chipping area, fully stocked pro shop, lodging and restaurant with grill. Rated among the top 10 public courses in Arkansas, Glenwood Country Club received 4.5-star rating by Golf Digest. Member of the Natural State Golf Trail. Stay and play packages are available. Open daily 8 a.m. to dusk.
Hot Springs Country Club Inc.
101 Country Club Drive, Hot Springs
501-623-4981 Ext. 4 | hotspringscc.com
Nestled in the Ouachita foothills and surrounded by neighboring lakes and national parks, the Hot Springs Country Club continues to operate with Southern traditions of service. With 36 holes of golf available, the Club offers a wide variety of golfing experiences. Check website for hours.
Hot Springs Village—9 Golf Courses
See Hot Springs Village Lays Claim to Best Golf in Arkansas.
HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS & LANDMARKS
Arkansas Walk of Fame
629 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-622-9570 | hotsprings.org/places/activities/arkansas-walk-of-fame
The Arkansas Walk of Fame sits in the heart of historic downtown Hot Springs. Each inductee has a plaque set into the concrete sidewalk surrounding the Hot Springs National Park Visitor Center on Central Avenue. Established in 1996, the Arkansas Walk of Fame honors those who were born in or lived in Arkansas, made a significant contribution in their field, and are recognized nationally. Open 24 hours a day.
Hot Springs Historic Baseball Trail
629 Central Ave., Hot Springs
800-772-2489 | hotspringsbaseballtrail.com
The Hot Springs Baseball Trail documents the birthplace of spring baseball. Historians place more than 300 players, managers, owners, journalists and others associated with the sport that came to Hot Springs. Plaques, a brochure and a digital tour guide that works on smart phones will lead visitors to historical sites throughout the city. Outdoor attraction open seven days a week.
Hot Springs Mountain Tower
401 Hot Springs Mountain Drive, Hot Springs
501-881-4020 | hotsprings.org
This 216-foot superstructure affords a panoramic view of beautiful Hot Springs, the Ouachita Mountains and the surrounding Diamond Lakes area. Check out the displays about Hot Springs' colorful history and visit our gift shop for souvenirs and gifts. Open daily 9 a.m.-dusk (see website for exact hours). Tower closes 30 minutes prior to store.
Hot Springs National Park Visitor Center in Fordyce Bathhouse
369 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-620-6715 | nps.gov/hosp
Originally built in 1915, the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum offers a glimpse of the splendor of the American Spa during its heyday. Free admission, ranger-guided tours, exhibits, cancellation stamps, and visitor information can all be found here. The Visitor Center and Museum is open daily from 9 a.m-5 p.m. The Fordyce Bathhouse is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's days.
Mountain Valley Spring Co. Visitor Center & Museum
150 Central Ave., Hot Springs National Park
501-246-8017 | mountainvalleyspring.com
Tour the museum at Mountain Valley Spring Visitor Center in our Historic Building built in 1900. Our water is straight from the same spring since 1871 up in the Ouachita Mountains 12 miles north of Hot Springs. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. M-Sa and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Su.
HORSEBACK RIDING
Arkansas Riding Stables
1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs;
2027 State Park Road, Bismarck | 501-262-0777
Arkansas Riding Stables is the only stable in Hot Springs to offer horseback rides along the lake. With locations at DeGray Lake and Lake Catherine, trails take riders and their guides through scenic woodlands with lake views. Riders of all levels are welcome. Open at 10 a.m. on weekends April-May, 9 a.m. daily in the summer (Memorial Day-third weekend in August), and 10 a.m. on weekends for remainder of August-November. First rides start at 10 a.m. March-November, call for schedule. Reservations recommended.
Mountain Harbor Riding Stable
722 Mountain Harbor Road, Mount Ida
870-867-3022 | mountainharborridingstable.com
Mountain Harbor Riding Stables is family owned and operated. Visitors enjoy a guided ride through the Ouachita Mountains and can see wildlife, beautiful forests, and a stunning lake view at the top of the trail. Riders of all skill levels are welcome. Open 9 a.m.-dusk June-August. Reservations required in the off season. Closed December-March.
FISHING GUIDES
Captain Tracy's Fishing Guide Service
Hot Springs | 501-617-6923
Enjoy fishing with Hot Springs' only USCG-approved captain, and don't worry about bringing anything! Half-day and full-day trips available. You will be fishing on a 24-foot Blazer Bay with state-of-the-art tackle and equipment! Open 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Family Fishing Trips Guide Service with Darryl Morris
210 Aberina St. C8, Hot Springs
501-844-5418 | familyfishingtrips.com
Darryl Morris' mission is to provide fishing enthusiasts of all skill levels with a fishing experience that will create lifelong memories. Bring your camera and a cooler. Call for reservations.
Iron Mountain Fishing Guide John Duncan
Sheridan
870-942-6291 | yoyoguideservice.com
Let our guide help you experience great fishing on DeGray and other area lakes. Call for appointments.
Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa - Premier Lake Ouachita Fishing Guides Chris Darby, Mike Wurm
Mount Ida
870-867-7822, 501-622-7717
Take a guided fishing tour with the pros on Lake Ouachita. Call for appointment.
Trophy Striper Fishing with John T. Hall
120 Waggoner St., Hot Springs
501-622-9972 | fishing4stripers.com
John T. Hall has been a professional fishing guide for more than 35 years, a customer caught a state record for one of the largest stripers ever caught. His striper fishing excursions are available on Lake Hamilton, Lake Ouachita or DeGray Lake year-round. He can accommodate groups of up to 30 people. Call for reservations anytime.
LAKE ACTIVITIES/WATER SPORTS
Almost Home Houseboat Rentals
190 Shore View Loop, Jessieville
877-256-6785 | almosthomehouseboats.com
The owners and staff at Almost Home Houseboat Rentals have more than 20 years of houseboating experience on Lake Ouachita. Their goal is to provide customers an enjoyable houseboat vacation by designing rental boats that encompass every feature needed to make you feel, well, Almost Home! Open year-round
DeGray Lake Houseboat & Jet Ski Rental
140 Iron Mountain Marina Drive, Arkadelphia
870-246-8800 | anchorsawayhouseboats.com
Enjoy the 13,000-acre DeGray Lake as the captain of a luxury houseboat, jet ski, canoe or pedal boat. Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily.
DreamChaser Houseboats
60 Marina Drive, Mount Ida
870-867-3480 | dreamchaserhouseboats.com
A houseboat rental on Lake Ouachita offers an affordable vacation getaway for the whole family! Family owned and operated since 1989, our floating "hotels" provide luxury and comfort, as well as spectacular waterfront views of the Ouachita National Forest. DreamChaser is located on Lake Ouachita at Mountain Harbor Resort, 27 miles west of Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas.
Gregg Orr Marine
4903 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-525-1818 | greggorrmarine.com
Gregg Orr Marine is a full-service marina on Lake Hamilton. We offer a luxury experience at competitive rates. Boat rentals and stand-up paddleboard rentals available seven days a week. We have some of the nicest rental boats on the lake; two fuel docks on the lake; service department with over 150 years combined experience; boat sales with 12 boat lines offered; covered slip rentals and more. Open 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily during April-September and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. M-Sa during October-March.
Hot Springs Marina
301 Lakeland Drive, Hot Springs
501-525-7776 | hotspringsmarina.com
HSM is your first and last stop for Lake Hamilton fun while visiting Hot Springs! Whether your needs are renting, relaxing or repairing, we can get you on the water. Rent one of our new luxury tri-toons powered by a 175 HP motor. Our pro shop offers a great selection of wakeboards, surfboards and towables as well as snacks, beverages including alcohol, sunglasses, sunscreen, towels, fishing equipment and anything else you may have forgotten to bring along! We sell Centurion and Supreme surf boats as well as Suncatcher and Avalon luxury pontoon boats, and our Service Department offers reliable repairs by certified Marine Techs. Come see us! Summer hours: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Su-Th, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. F-Sa. Hours vary in the spring, fall and winter.
Iron Mountain Lodge & Marina
134 Iron Mountain Marina Drive, Arkadelphia
870-246-4310 | iron-mountain.com
Iron Mountain Marina is your headquarters for fishing, boating, water skiing, barge rentals and other water sports and recreation on DeGray Lake. This full-service lake marina features fuel, tackle, groceries, ice, novelties, scuba tank fills, and area information. Courteous and professional marina resort staff will assist with houseboat rentals, barge rentals and watercraft needs. The marina also offers leased slips for a variety of watercraft. Hours vary by season.
Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa
994 Mountain Harbor Road, Mount Ida
870-867-2191 | mountainharborresort.com
Stay and play on beautiful Lake Ouachita! Family owned and operated Mountain Harbor Resort & Spa has been offering a wide range of premium lakeview lodging and other accommodations for over 70 years. Our award-winning marina—the largest full-service marina in Arkansas for over 40 years—features the state's biggest rental fleet, the world's only floating Subway Restaurant, and a full selection of groceries, sundries, bait, tackle, seasonal apparel, and watercraft rentals. Guests can also enjoy Turtle Cove Spa, Mountain Harbor Riding Stables, Ocean Extreme Dive Shop, and direct access to over 45 miles of the scenic Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT). Hours vary by season.
Ouachita River Haven
122 Ouachita River Haven Road, Pencil Bluff
870-326-4941 | ouachitahaven.com
Ouachita River Haven offers canoe and kayak shuttles upstream to any number of locations. From there, you can float or paddle back to the Haven. We also offer mountain biking and hiking shuttles to many Ouachita National Forest trails! Open most days of the year, weather-dependent scheduling.
River View Cabins & Canoes
92 W. River View Drive, Oden
870-326-4630 | riverviewcabins.com
River View Cabins & Canoes provides canoe rental and shuttle service on the Ouachita River. Whether you take a two-hour float or an all-day adventure, shuttles are provided upstream and downstream. Shuttles can also guide guests to some of the best fishing spots. We also provide 50-minute horseback trail rides, and 15-minute pony leads March 1st through November. Fourteen cabins are available with hot tubs, fireplaces and bluff views of the Ouachita River—see website for cabin details. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily.
Safe Harbor Brady Mountain Resort & Marina
4120 Brady Mountain Road, Royal
501-767-3422 | bradymountainmarina.com
Just 15 miles west of Hot Springs, Brady Mountain Resort & Marina, a Safe Harbor Marina, offers the full Lake Ouachita experience! Whether it's a stroll through the National Forest, a boat trip across the crystal clear waters of Lake Ouachita aboard one of our party barge rentals, or a relaxing meal at our amazing lakeside restaurant (crab legs and shrimp on Saturday nights). Brady Mountain offers something for everyone! Open year-round.
Two Spirits Ltd. Canoe Adventures
1167 Pucket Bend Road, Mount Ida
870-867-5028 | twospiritsltd.com
Two Spirits Ltd. Canoe Adventures offers Ouachita River paddlers beautiful scenery, wildlife, clean water and good fishing. Canoers, kayakers, hikers, mountain bikers can enjoy an exciting experience as a day trip or stay in one of our bedroom cabins, or camp-out around a flickering campfire under the stars. We can provide breakfast, lunch and dinner with advance notice. Just bring an ice chest with your favorite drinks and sleeping bag or bedding. Call for reservations.
Waypoint at DeSoto Marina
120 Marina Road, Hot Springs Village
501-922-5511 | explorethevillage.com
The Waypoint at DeSoto Marina has pontoon, fishing boat, kayak, SUP Board rentals, bait, tackle, supplies and food/drink. Hours vary by season.
MINES
Coleman Rock Shop & Crystal Mines - Jim & Terri
5837 Arkansas North Highway 7, Jessieville
501-984-5328 | jimcolemancrystals.com
Coleman Rock Shop & Crystal Mines, producer of natural Arkansas quartz, has been family owned and operated since 1962. Here, guests can mine for their own crystals. Children 9 and under mine for free, all others pay $10. Coleman's Rock Shop offers a unique selection of the world's finest crystals, gifts, jewelry, fossils, and minerals from around the world. Summer hours: 8 a.m.- 7 p.m., seven days a week; winter hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Crater of Diamonds State Park
209 State Park Road, Murfreesboro
870-285-3113 | arkansasstateparks.com/parks/crater-diamonds-state-park
One of the only places in the world where the public can search for diamonds in their original volcanic source, Crater of Diamonds State Park offers a one-of-a-kind experience in southwest Arkansas. Park visitors search for diamonds and other rocks and minerals in a 37-acre plowed field atop the eroded surface of an ancient diamond-bearing volcanic pipe. The diamond search area contains a wide variety of native rocks and minerals, and any you find are yours to keep! Open year-round (closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day); park facilities are open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun.-Sat.; diamond search area closes one hour before park facilities.
Wegner Quartz Crystal Mines
82 Wegner Ranch Road, Mount Ida
870-867-2309 | wegnercrystalmines.com
Dig your own crystals at the Crystal Forest Mine, collect at the Tailings Area or find ruby, garnet, emerald, opal and more at our Gemstone Sluice. Tour the impressive museum and experience our diamond collecting adventure. Our 10,000-square-foot warehouse is filled with our crystals, as well as minerals imported from around the world. Everyone is welcome and guaranteed to find crystals. New guided Phantom Mine safari, reservations are required. Satisfaction guaranteed. Ratings 4.5 on Tripadvisor and 4.6 on Facebook. 100% green mining. Open 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tu-Sa.
MUSEUMS
The Galaxy Connection
1668 Shady Grove, Hot Springs
501-276-4432 | thegalaxyconnection.com
Step into pop culture past from the '70s-'90s — a museum with the extensive personal collection of a super fan including Star Wars, superiors and much, much more! Lots of great photo opportunities and chance to interact with exhibits. Fun for all generations! Great gift shop to get one-of-a-kind items as well. See website or call for hours.
The Gangster Museum of America
510 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-318-1717 | thegangstermuseum.com
Take a trip back in time, when some of the most infamous criminals in America visited Hot Springs to enjoy the hot water, wagering and whiskey. Showcasing over 100 years of history with a guided tour through eight galleries detailing where America's rich, famous, powerful and notorious came to vacation. Don't miss shopping in Arkansas' most famous hat store, The Hatterie & Gift Shop! Open 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Su-Th and 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. F-Sa.
History of Hot Springs Gambling Museum
3339 Central Ave., Suite C, Hot Springs
501-318-7590
Tucked away in a nondescript shopping center near Oaklawn, the zany History of Hot Springs Gambling Museum gives visitors a glimpse at cool gambling memorabilia from the 1870s to 1960s—vintage card and craps tables, 100-plus-old slot machines and more.
Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum
250 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-623-5836 | seehotsprings.com
At Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum you'll find recreations of celebrities, royalty and presidents, as well as historically accurate battle scenes and a wax version of Leonardo da Vinci's "Last Supper." Open year-round 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mid-America Science Museum
500 Mid-America Blvd., Hot Springs
501-767-3461 | midamericamuseum.org
IMLS Medal Winner, and Smithsonian Affiliate, Mid-America Science Museum has 100-plus engaging, hands-on science exhibits including the world's most powerful conical Tesla Coil. Experience the Hall of Wonder, Bob Wheeler Science Skywalk, the Oaklawn Foundation Digital Dome Theater and DinoTrek, the state's first-ever outdoor dinosaur exhibit, and traveling exhibits in the new Hall of Wonder. Visit the museum's workshops, Arkansas Underfoot, and Alliance Rubber Company Tinkering Studio. Mid-America Science Museum is open year-round. To purchase tickets or plan your trip visit midamericamuseum.org. For news and updates follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
PERFORMING ARTS/THEATRES
Central City 10 Cinema
909 Higdon Ferry Road, Hot Springs
501-620-4243 | centralcity10.com
We show movies. New Hollywood releases, as well as art, indie, foreign, and documentary films. 5.1 ultra stereo sound. High-back rocker seats with cup holders and reserved seating. Gift cards available. Annual refillable popcorn bucket. Free email newsletter with special discounts. Open 365 days a year.
Hot Springs 8 VIP Cinema
351 Lake Hamilton Drive, Hot Springs
501-525-0883 | hotspringsvip.com
Featuring a full food menu, beer and wine, luxury leather electric recliner seats with tables and reserved seating. Stadium Seating. Dolby Digital 7.1 Surround Sound. Digital 4K projectors. Check website for showtimes.
The Malco Lounge and Parlor
817 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-623-6200 | maxwellblade.com
Our Lounge and Parlor opened in 2020 and has had many magicians cross its stage. We are excited to bring close-up magic back with our intimate 50-seat theatre. Jonathan Erlandson is back with weekly shows! Our bar currently boasts a beautiful selection of wine and craft beer with a limited menu of appetizers to enjoy while waiting for a show to begin with friends and family. Please visit our website for tickets and information. Hours vary from each season.
The Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic
817 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-623-6200 | maxwellblade.com
Come one, come all, to the breathtaking, spellbinding, and zany 27th season of the Maxwell Blade Show! Located in the newly renovated historic Malco theatre in Hot Springs. The Maxwell Blade Show is unlike anything in the world today. We present to you two mesmerizing hours of large-scale illusions, close-up magic, comedy and live music. The show is family-friendly and performed in a 300-seat state-of-the-art venue. Call or visit website for tickets and information. Hours vary throughout the year.
The Pocket Community Theatre
170 Ravine St., Hot Springs
501-623-8585 | facebook.com/pocket.communitytheatre
The Pocket Community Theatre is a nonprofit volunteer-based theatre located at the corner of Ramble and Ravine streets in downtown Hot Springs. The theatre's mission is to stimulate, promote, educate and develop interest in the dramatic arts. Call or check our website for performance schedule.
RACING & CASINO
Oaklawn Hot Springs
2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs
800-625-5296 | oaklawn.com
Oaklawn is Arkansas' favorite place to play! Enjoy games like live blackjack, live craps, live roulette and thousands of slots. Indulge in Oaklawn's multiple Forbes Recommended dining options, including The Bugler and The OAK room & bar. The Oaklawn casino is smoke-free and open 24/7. Enjoy world-class Thoroughbred racing December through May. Visit oaklawn.com for racing reservations and casino information.
STATE/NATIONAL PARKS
Daisy State Park
103 E. Park, Kirby
870-398-4487 | arkansasstateparks.com/daisy
Situated on the shore of Lake Greeson, Daisy State Park is perfect for enjoying the area's many outdoor recreational opportunities. Facilities include 100 camping sites and three yurts, picnic areas, a standard pavilion (screened) with restrooms, launch ramps, hiking trails, a playground, and special ATV, motorcycle and mountain bike trails. Open daily; hours vary by season.
DeGray Lake Resort State Park Lodge & Event Center
2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck
501-865-5850 | degray.com
DeGray Lake Resort State Park lies on the shores of crystal-clear DeGray Lake, a 13,800-acre water paradise. Known for the staff's dedication to warm hospitality and attention to every visitor's comfort, the park boasts a full-service restaurant, event center and championship golf course. Overnight accommodations include a 90-room lakeside lodge, 113 campsites and three YURTs. Lodge guests have exclusive use of the fitness center, hot tub, and seasonal outdoor pool. A limited number of dog-friendly rooms are available and must be reserved in advance. Special restrictions and guidelines apply. Park activities abound with interpretive programs, lake tours, golf, disc golf, boat rentals, fishing, hiking, horseback riding and more. DeGray Lake Resort is a short 30-minute drive from Hot Springs on scenic Highway 7 south. Open daily, hours vary by season.
Hot Springs National Park
101 Reserve St., Hot Springs
501-620-6715 | nps.gov/hosp
Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of the historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of years. Ancient thermal springs, mountain views, incredible geology, and abundant creeks, all in the middle of town, make Hot Springs National Park a unique and beautiful destination. Visitors can tour the park's Visitor Center located within the historic Fordyce Bathhouse, view the other seven historic bathhouses while strolling the Grand Promenade, hike along some of the park's 26 miles of trails, drive scenic mountain roads, picnic by Gulpha Creek, take a thermal water bath, camp at Gulpha Gorge Campground and much more. The park is open from 5 a.m.-10 p.m. daily.
Lake Catherine State Park
1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs
501-844-4176 | arkansasstateparks.com/lakecatherine
Nestled in the Ouachita Mountains on 1,940-acre Lake Catherine, Lake Catherine State Park offers a variety of options for hiking enthusiasts. The park includes campsites, cabins, a marina and a visitors center. Park interpreters offer guided hikes, boat tours and programs during summer and by advance request in other seasons. Open sunrise to 10 p.m. daily.
Lake Ouachita State Park
5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine
501-767-9366 | arkansasstateparks.com/lakeouachita
Lake Ouachita State Park is your perfect landing spot for lakeside fun and relaxation. Featuring historic Three Sisters Springs, the park offers guests fully equipped cabins overlooking the lake, camper cabins, and campsites. Amenities include picnic areas, hiking trails along the lakeshore, a swimming area, marina, boat rentals, and a bait and supply shop. Interpretive programs and barge tours are given year-round. No entrance fee for the park. Park open year-round; campsites and interpretative tour reservations by appointment only.
TASTINGS
Superior Bathhouse Brewery
329 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-624-2337 | superiorbathhouse.com
Located in Hot Springs National Park, the historic Superior Bathhouse is home of the world's only brewery to utilize thermal spring water! Enjoy house-made beers and root beer on tap in our tasting room, or take a 64-ounce growler or 25-ounce twister home with you. We offer 18 taps of our own unique beers — from light to dark, experimental sours to IPAs and everything in between, we've got a craft beer for every taste. We also have a great selection of unique gifts and souvenirs. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Su and M; Closed Tu; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. W and Th; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. F and Sa.
TOURS & TRANSPORTATION
"The Vapors" Self-guided Tour
Multiple locations around the city, | hotspringsblog.com/thevapors
Explore Arkansas' own sin city with a self-guided tour inspired by a newly released book that digs deep into Hot Springs' sordid past: "The Vapors - A Southern Family, the New York Mob, and the Rise and Fall of Hot Springs, America's Forgotten Capital of Vice" by Hot Springs native David Hill.
A Bite of Hot Springs Walking Food Tours
208 Price St., Hot Springs
501-547-9484 | abiteofhotsprings.com
Walking tours that include stops along the way to learn the history of Hot Springs and several tastings at different restaurants. The tours sample enough food to equal a full lunch. We now have two tours! Booze and Chews on Thursdays 1:30-4 p.m. and Sip, Snack, and Step on Saturdays 3-5 p.m.
Anita Lynn Historic Tours
2231 E. Grand Ave., Hot Springs
501-494-0470
Anita Lynn Historic Tours offers quality tours to all visitors to Hot Springs. Guides are professional and knowledgeable and will explain more about Hot Springs and the National Park than one might want to know! Tour-goers will experience Bathhouse Row, drive through the historic business district, see President Clinton's former home, hear about famous and notorious visitors, touch and taste the Hot Springs' renowned thermal water, and much more. Kid friendly! Step-on guide services and specialty tours available. Small or large group tours available. Open daily with a minimum of four people. 24-hour advance reservations required.
Crystal Ridge Distillery Inc.
455 Broadway St., Hot Springs
501-627-0722 | crystalridgedistillery.com
Welcome to Crystal Ridge Distillery where our goal is to offer an excellent customer experience that will leave you talking about it to all of your friends and family! We are a family-owned, family-friendly craft distillery located in the heart of downtown Hot Springs. We offer a wide selection of moonshine, vodka canned cocktails, bourbon, vodka, plus a full retail store. When you walk in, you will experience the beauty of our 1920s building. Hand-built with state-of-the-art craftsmanship for its time, we have revitalized this structure with modern amenities while keeping in with the 1920s authenticity. After sampling our moonshines, head over to our Lounge & Tasting Room to have a cocktail and watch football or play giant Jenga. Tours & Tastings: Join one of our team members on a guided tour of our distillery, showing you how we make our Moonshine! Questions and dialogue are encouraged making each session a unique experience. After the tour, join us around the Tasting Bar to indulge in samples of Moonshine, our own crafted Vodka canned cocktails, and a craft cocktail. Check website for seasonal hours.
Hot Springs Bicycle Touring Company
436 Broadway, Hot Springs
501-276-2175 | facebook.com/hotspringsbicycletouringcompany
Hot Springs Haunted Tours
430 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-339-3751 | hotspringshauntedtours.com
These nightly, guided one-hour walking tours in historic downtown Hot Springs take you to several haunted locations dating back to the early 1800s. Along the way, you will learn the facts, myths and legends of haunted Hot Springs. One location was investigated by the paranormal research team from the television show, "Ghost Lab" on the Discovery Channel. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children under age 10. Call for reservations and a tour schedule. Open 8 p.m. nightly.
Hot Springs Party Bus LLC
1010 Main St., Hot Springs
888-386-2877 | hotspringspartybus.com
Hot Spring Party Bus is a club on wheels — surround sound, laser lighting, limousine-style seating - bring your alcohol aboard as long as you are of age. We specialize in bachelorette and bachelor parties, kids’ birthday parties, drop-off at the casino, you name it, the Party Bus is the way to enjoy Hot Springs. Our VIP Sedan Service is the most dependable way from Hot Spring to LR Airport, call us for more info 888-FUN-BUSS. We are a 24/7 transportation company.
Hot Springs Trolley
706 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-701-4410 | hotspringstrolleys.com
The only tour in town that takes you up the mountain for breathtaking views of National Park and Ouachita Valley, we also show you many of the out-of-way places. Often patrons wish they would have taken our tour first. Ride in air-conditioned comfort while your driver explains what you're looking at and directs you to many things to see and do in Hot Springs. Office opens at 10 a.m.
National Park Duck Tours
418 Central Ave., Hot Springs
501-624-3825 | rideaduck.com
Enjoy a 75-minute sightseeing adventure on Lake Hamilton and around Hot Springs National Park aboard a World War II duck, an amphibious vehicle. Open year-round; 11a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Origami Sake
2360 E. Grand Ave., Hot Springs
501-463-6906 | drinkorigami.com
Origami Sake is the first and only sake brewery in Arkansas. We use Arkansas rice and water from the Ouachita Mountain aquifer to brew craft sake. Book a brewery tour on our website for an inside look at our craft! Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. M-F. Tours by appointment only.