Experience the Top Things to Do
in Hot Springs, Arkansas

• Fordyce Bathhouse Museum – Free National Park Service museum and visitor center highlighting the history of Hot Springs’ bathhouse era.
• Buckstaff Bathhouse – Operating continuously since 1912, the only traditional thermal bathing facility still running on Bathhouse Row.
• Quapaw Baths & Spa – Modern thermal soaking pools, private mineral baths, and spa treatments in a historic Spanish Colonial Revival building.
• Superior Bathhouse Brewery – The world’s only brewery using thermal spring water, offering craft beer and casual dining.

• Thermal water fountains – Natural spring fountains where visitors can see and sample thermal water.
• Thermal creek features – Sections of Hot Springs Creek influenced by naturally heated spring water.
• Interpretive signage and exhibits – Outdoor displays on the springs’ geology and history.
• Grand Promenade – A wide, paved walkway with overlooks and historic features.
• Scenic overlooks – Elevated viewpoints offering park, city, and mountain views.
• Short park walks – Easy, scenic paths suitable for casual strolls and quick exploration.
• Fordyce Bathhouse – National Park Service museum and visitor center.

• Bathhouse Row – Iconic collection of historic bathhouses along Central Avenue.
• Central Avenue shops & galleries – Local boutiques, galleries, and specialty shops.
• Bathhouse Row Emporium – Official National Park store in historic Lamar Bathhouse.
• Bathhouse Soapery & Caldarium – Handmade bath products and a traditional caldarium steam room.
• Superior Bathhouse Brewery – Craft brewery using thermal spring water, located on Bathhouse Row.
• Local cafés and restaurants – Independent eateries, coffee shops, and casual dining options.
• Historic bathhouse architecture – Preserved spa-era buildings from the early 1900s.
• Hot Springs Creek Greenway – Scenic pedestrian greenway running alongside the creek.
• Best Court – A Restored 1933 motor court from the early automobile tourism era.
• Seasonal Farmers Market – Seasonal open-air market with local produce and handmade goods.

• Gangster Museum of America – Interactive exhibits on Hot Springs’ Prohibition-era past.
• Fordyce Bathhouse Museum – National Park Service museum and visitor center.
• Mid-America Science Museum – Hands-on science exhibits and interactive learning (short drive).
• Josephine Tussaud Wax Museum – Features over 100 life-size wax figures and over thirty scenes.
• Hot Springs Historic Baseball Trail – Historic markers at sites where baseball legends trained and played.
• Majestic Ballpark – Five-field baseball complex tied to Hot Springs’ Babe Ruth–era baseball history.
• Best Court – A Restored 1933 motor court from the early automobile tourism era.
• Gallery Walk on Central – Monthly art walk featuring downtown galleries and local artists.
• Justus Fine Art Gallery – Contemporary gallery showcasing regional and national artists.
• Artists Workshop Gallery – Art cooperative featuring works from 30 local artists.
• Riley Art Glass Studio – Working glassblowing studio with live demonstrations and gallery space.
• Dryden Pottery – Third-generation pottery studio operating for over 75 years.
• Ozark Bathhouse Cultural Center – Artist in Residence gallery and event venue.
• Pocket Community Theatre – Intimate venue hosting live plays and community performances.
• Hot Springs murals – Downtown murals highlighting local artists and public art installations.

Restaurants & Cafés

• The Pancake Shop – Longstanding breakfast spot known for classic pancakes and morning crowds.
• Kollective Coffee+Tea – Organic coffee and tea house with breakfast, art gallery, and a weekly poetry night.
• The Vault – Fine dining and craft cocktails set inside a restored 1890s bank vault.
• Rolando’s Restaurante – Latin-inspired dishes and sangria in a relaxed downtown setting.
• Steinhaus Keller – German cuisine in a cellar-like space with European brews and live music.
• The Avenue – Upscale comfort food and cocktails in a historic downtown building.
• SqzBX Pizza – Popular, casual, slightly outside the Bathhouse Row core (short drive).
• Deluca’s Pizzeria – New York–style pizza by the slice or pie, popular late-night stop.
• Taco Mama – Casual tacos, margaritas, and Mexican-inspired street food.
• McClard’s Bar-B-Q – Iconic Hot Springs barbecue joint known for ribs and tamales (short drive).

Food Trucks

• 420 Eats Food Truck Court – Rotating food trucks and casual seating, located adjacent to the property.

Breweries & Historic Bars

• Superior Bathhouse Brewery – Thermal-water brewery inside a restored bathhouse.
• Ohio Club – Historic bar dating to 1905, once frequented by Al Capone and Babe Ruth.
• The Arlington Lobby Lounge – Classic cocktails and live music inside the historic Arlington Hotel.
• Crystal Ridge Distillery – Moonshine distillery in a 1920s building with tours and tastings (short drive).
• Origami Sake – Arkansas’ only sake brewery offering tours and bottle sales (short drive).

Nightlife & Live Music

• Maxine’s – Former brothel turned live music venue with pub fare and monthly burlesque shows.
• Copper Penny Pub – Irish pub with traditional fare and live bands, one block from Bathhouse Row.
• Splash Wine Bar – Craft cocktails and live music in an 1903 building with tin ceilings and outdoor fire pits.
• 501 Prime – Live entertainment, cigar-friendly patio, and central Arkansas’ largest whiskey selection.

Lakefront Dining (short drive)

• Fisherman’s Wharf – Steak and seafood on Lake Hamilton with boat access and waterfront patio.
• Back Porch Grill – Casual lakefront dining accessible by water with lively atmosphere.
• Bubba Brew’s on Lake Hamilton – Sports bar with craft beer, pub fare, and lakeside boat parking.

• Lake Hamilton – Popular lake for boating, lakeside dining, and sunset views.
• Lake Ouachita – Large, clear-water lake with swimming areas, kayaking, and scenic shorelines.
• Lake Catharine State Park – Waterfall hiking trail, boat rentals, and swimming beach.
• Boat rentals and marinas – Multiple marinas and rental options on Lake Hamilton and nearby lakes.
• Fishing areas – Freshwater fishing spots throughout the lakes and surrounding waterways.
• Picnic spots and scenic drives – Lakeside picnic areas and scenic routes with water and mountain views.

• Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo – Close-up animal encounters with reptiles and a petting zoo.
• Mid-America Science Museum – Interactive exhibits focused on hands-on learning and discovery.
• Magic Springs Theme & Water Park – Thrill rides, water attractions, and seasonal family entertainment.
• Adventureworks Zipline Park – Forest zipline courses offering an elevated outdoor experience.
• Duck Tours – Guided land-and-water sightseeing tours offered seasonally.
• Majestic Ballpark – Five baseball fields with playground, bronze Babe Ruth statue, and more.

• Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival – Annual fall documentary film screenings and talks.
• Garvan Woodland Gardens – Seasonal workshops, programs, and special events (short drive).
• Arts & The Park Festival – Spring arts festival with vendors, music, and food.
• Gallery Walk on Central – Monthly downtown art walk and open galleries.
• World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Annual March parade and street celebration.
• Valley of the Vapors Independent Music Festival – Multi-day music festival held annually in downtown.
• Majestic Ballpark – Year-round baseball tournaments and annual Baseball Weekend with Hall of Famers.

Trails & Paths

• Grand Promenade – Wide, paved walking path connecting Bathhouse Row with scenic overlooks.
• Hot Springs Creek Greenway – Easy, scenic greenway trail running alongside the creek.
• Northwoods Trail System – Multi-use trails popular for mountain biking and hiking (short drive).
• Cedar Glades Trail – Short nature trail showcasing native plants and rock formations (short drive).
• Sunset Trail – Moderate loop trail with forest scenery and seasonal viewpoints (short drive).
• Gulpha Gorge Campground Trails – Wooded trail alongside Gulpha Creek (short drive).
• West Mountain Trail – Challenging trail offering elevated views and rugged terrain (short drive).
• Goat Rock Trail – Short hike leading to a scenic overlook above the park (short drive).

Bike Rentals & Guided Rides

• Hot Springs Bike Co. – Mountain bikes, cruisers, and e-bikes with local trail access and transport.
• Hot Springs Off Road Park – ATV and UTV trail park with rentals and guided off-road rides.

• Quapaw Baths & Spa – Modern thermal pools and private spa treatments on Bathhouse Row.
• Astral Spa – Full-service luxury spa located at Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort.
• Living Wellness Day Spa – Holistic-focused spa offering massage and bodywork services.
• Chrysalis Day Spa & Med Spa – Day spa and medical aesthetics services in a clinical setting.
• NuYu Rejuvenation Spa & Massage – Local spa providing massage and rejuvenation treatments.

• Hot Springs Mountain Tower – Drive-up access with elevator ride to panoramic views over the city.
• West Mountain viewpoints – Roadside overlooks with short walks to elevated viewpoints.
• Goat Rock – Short walk to a named overlook with sweeping views above the park.
• Gulpha Gorge – Scenic gorge area with multiple pull-offs and brief walking paths.
• Sunset viewpoints above Bathhouse Row – Select vantage points overlooking downtown .

• Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort – Thoroughbred racing, casino, dining, and live entertainment.
• Garvan Woodland Gardens – Botanical gardens with seasonal displays, walking paths, and lakeside views.
• Crystal digging sites (seasonal) – Public and private sites offering hands-on quartz crystal digging.
• Scenic mountain drives – Scenic park roads with pull-offs and viewpoints above Hot Springs.
• Hot Springs Off Road Park – ATV and UTV trail park with rentals and guided off-road rides.