Things to do in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Hot Springs attractions include Oaklawn Park, Magic Springs theme park and lakes Catherine, Hamilton and Ouachita!

Hot Springs, Arkansas
America's First Resort!

Downtown Hot Springs is just minutes away from Bartee Meadow. Hot Springs National Park is world famous for it's Bathhouse Row and many of these historic buildings are open to tour or to receive the full spa treatment.

Hot Springs' downtown is also filled with wonderful shopping including many unique art galleries as well as many fine restaurants serving a variety of cuisine.

Around the Hot Springs area you'll find many different activities including Oaklawn park offering thoroughbred horse racing, Magic Springs theme park offering fun for the whole family, interactive and educational museums, entertaining stage shows and the beautiful Garvan Woodland Gardens offering year round natural beauty in a park like setting.

The Arts are alive in Hot Springs. The many art galleries often sponsor a "Gallery Walk" featuring extended hours and often include the artists themselves on hand. The area also offers a wide variety of musical concerts, stage productions and nationally touring exhibits.

Just a few minutes away from Bartee Meadow is downtown Hot Springs filled with wonderful shopping, fine dining and the world famous Bathhouse Row!

Restaurants offer Italian, German, Chinese, Mexican, Cajun, Continental, Steaks, Seafood, Barbecue and more.
(Most suggest reservations for immediate seating)

Things To Do In Hot Springs!

OUTDOOR:

Thoroughbred Horse Racing at Oaklawn Park (Seasonal)
Fishing with a professional guide
Golfing at Belvedere Golf & Country Club - 18 hole, PGA course
Miniature golf fun at Pirate's Cove
Digging for Crystals near Hot Springs OR Diamonds at Murfreesboro AR
Canoeing near Caddo Gap
Monthly Art Gallery Walk
Horseback Riding along scenic trails
Boat or Jet Ski rental on Lake Hamilton (Seasonal)
Magic Springs Amusement Park / Crystal Falls Water Park (Seasonal)
Garvan Woodland Botanical Gardens

INDOOR:

National Park Tower (Panoramic views of surrounding countryside)
Downtown Bath Houses & Spas - Thermal Mineral Baths & Massage
Music Mountain Arcade & Miniature Golf (Outdoor Go-Cart Track)
Mid-America Science Museum (reopened with new management)

ENTERTAINMENT:

The Magic of Maxwell Blade - Las Vegas Style Production
The Witness - Outdoor Passion Play (Seasonal)
Music Mountain Jamboree Family Show
Productions of the Hot Springs Pocket Theater (Scheduled)

SHOPPING:

The Mall of Hot Springs
Temperance Hill Outlet Center
Numerous Locally-Owned Specialty Shops