Things to do & places to visit in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, United States

Set in the Ozark Mountains, Eureka Springs is the perfect antidote for the stressed-out traveler: A gorgeous community with perfectly preserved historical Victorian buildings built around the city's natural hot springs — all worth exploring, photographing and viewing for days.

Eureka Springs city in Arkansas, United States. Timezone: America/Chicago, current date and time: Tuesday, May 07, 2024, 8:02.

Top things to do (19)

Top places to visit (24 attractions)

5.0 Quicksilver Gallery (94 reviews)
- Busy Little Store
Art Galleries

This is the first time we have popped into Quicksilver and had the shop full of other shoppers. I’m happy to see other people enjoying the place, but it made it harder to look at everything. All the same, we perused the jewelry cases and found a bin with some beautiful pen drawings. Downstairs was full of more artwork and garden art. I really wanted to by another bird picture for my parents, but my mother forbade me from getting another one. My mom bought one little item and we had a nice chat with the lady at the register. It was a great time, with lots of great stuff to look at. See more..
5.0 Zarks Fine Design Gallery (54 reviews)
- Wonderful gallery
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Art Galleries

We popped in the gallery after peeking in the window, little did I know that I would fall in love with a new artist. Susan was informative about the artists and was able to answer all of our questions. I fell in love with the work of Craig Davinson (even shedding a tear over his "With Liberty & Justice For All" piece). Zarks is the only gallery in the US to sell his work. Overall, the gallery had wonderful collections and Susan was so friendly. We will now always stop in when we are in Eureka Springs. See more..
5.0 Gotahold Brewing (33 reviews)
- Best Brewery in Eureka Springs!
Tuesday: Spent 1-2 hours Breweries

Award winning Masterbrewer, Dave Hartmann and his wife, Wendy serve fresh beers made on site. Food Truck available. Live music on Saturdays. Spacious beer forest with games and hiking trail. Dogs welcome on leash. Family friendly. 2022 Best of Northwest Arkansas award winner. See more..
5.0 The Birdcage (18 reviews)
- worth the climb
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

The Birdcage is a working studio and art gallery. We are home to over 40 local artists. We carry paintings in oil, acrylic, and water color. We have works of art in wood, metal, clay, pottery, jewelry, photography and a variety of mixed medias. Our prices range from $3-$1200. Something for everyone's taste and budget. We believe everyone should be able to own original art without breaking the bank See more..
4.5 Great Passion Play (1.146 reviews)
- A Busy, Wonderful, Blessed Day
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Theatre & Performances

Performed from May through October, The Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs, Arkansas is "America's #1 Attended Outdoor Drama." Since 1968, the Play has been seen by over 7.7 Million people from all over the world. The Play is performed beneath the night sky by a cast of around 150 actors and many live animals as well. Our hope and prayer is to make the Scriptures come alive! THE BIBLE MUSEUM is open every day except Sunday, 10:00am until 5:00pm. On days of Play performances, the Museum is open until 8:00pm (7:00pm after Labor Day). SACRED ARTS MUSEUM - Open every day before the Play from 11:00am - 8:00pm (after Labor Day until 7:00pm). Non-play days by appointment. THE HOLY LAND TOUR - a two-and-a-half-hour to three-hour guided tour. Guests are transported back in time as they walk through a full-sized replica of the East Jerusalem Gate and Marketplace to Biblically inspired exhibits which include Moses' Tabernacle in the Wilderness, Bethlehem Inn and the Nativity, the Upper Room, the Garden Tomb, the Walk with Peter, and other exhibits which depict life in Bible times. All exhibits have been researched archaeologically and historically for authenticity. Tours run on day of Play performances from 12:00pm-4:00pm. There is walking at each stop. The longest time walking at any one stop is approximately thirty minutes. During days the Play is not performed, we also have special guided tours of the Holy Land, backstage area, and lunch. These tours happen throughout the year every day but Sunday. Advanced reservations are required for these off-season tours. See more..
4.5 Eureka Springs Historical Downtown (809 reviews)
- This is worth every penny! It is a physical walking tour that does take hills and stairs. Take some water!
Spent 1-2 hours Neighborhoods

The Downtown and Underground Tour of Eureka Springs was outstanding! Tour "David" was phenomenal. His entertaining story telling and engaging dialect is very captivating. This is 90 minutes of pure history and a walking tour into some of the most interesting bones of the city. See more..
4.5 Blue Spring Heritage Center (459 reviews)
- Worth the trip!
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Botanical Gardens on the beautiful White River and a stop on the Trail of Tears. 39 million gallon a day bottomless spring. Museum, and two short very informative films Bluff Shelter listed on the national register of historic places See more..
4.5 Lake Leatherwood (325 reviews)
- Leatherwood adventure!
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Bodies of Water

We hit the water before noon and after renting two canoes and a paddle boat we spent around $60 for the two young ladies and wife and I. Quite peaceful and quiet we journeyed around the lake without hearing one word from anyone else. You can fish off the dock. Rent a camp site for your tent or RV with hookups. Very relaxing. The rental for canoes was for one hour and for us that was plenty of sun and time on the water. See more..
4.5 Basin Spring Park (201 reviews)
- A must-see when visiting NW Arkansas, but very crowded and busy
Spent < 1 hour Parks

Eureka Springs is a town that was built around mineral springs many years ago. It definitely retains its historic charm and downtown with lots of restaurants and shopping. It was worth the drive, but the town was super crowded, and it was beyond difficult to find parking on narrow streets built into the hillsides. We ended up in a paid parking lot by dumb luck. So just be aware of this when you go and be prepared to pay or walk a long way. We ate lunch on the balcony of the hotel, and the view of the town was wonderful. Afterwards we walked around the area of the springs, although the actual spring is now piped. See more..
4.5 Eureka Springs Transit (164 reviews)
- Best way to get around
Spent < 1 hour Trams

If you are in town to see the city, buy the transit pass. One pass acesses all the routes of this very hilly town, and saves you looking for a parking spot in a small, busy town....the routes are available on line, with several to choose from, one pass is good all day, for multiple routes. The red route shows you the historical downtown parts, the blue route gets you to the Passion play, air conditioned and modern, its a good service. See more..
4.5 Iris at the Basin Park (51 reviews)
- chesseburger hunt
Art Galleries

they do have best burgers in town. eat them on outside balcony level which is on second level of basin park hotel which is said to be haunted also/ See more..
4.5 Crescent Theatre (33 reviews)
- Not Really a Door
Theaters
Americas Most Haunted Hotel presents live performances by Crescent TheatreNot Really A Door: A one-hour, two-actress, jam-packed, keep-em-guessing, supernatural murder-mystery-comedy-thriller.Eureka! stories from the springs - an entertaining, highly visual journey through time.Mastermind: an edgy portrayal of a disturbing genius.Flickering Tales: Ozark ghost stories by firelight See more..
4.5 The Barn Shoppes (32 reviews)
- A hidden gem.
Spent < 1 hour Antique Shops

We had so much fun here. We spotted it on the way home from Eureka Springs and stopped in to check it out. We ended up spending about two hours. They have a huge variety of antique items of all sorts, and they are very well organized so you can see everything as you walk around in one direction or the other. The prices are very reasonable. And the person working there was very nice. We bought several items for our home. See more..
4.5 Eureka Springs Brewery (21 reviews)
- Simple and welcoming
Breweries

We love tastings and decided to pop into Eureka Springs Brewery right after Keels Creek Winery, just down the road. Don't let the sketchy motel being torn down scare you away! The brewery has plenty of parking out front and masks were required indoors when we visited. We talked over the menu and tap options with the bartender and spent $9 on the four samples pictured. I enjoyed the Hefeweizen fine but my boyfriend really didn't like his Brown Ale. The back porch was spacious and the view was expansive and gorgeous. There is frisbee golf and cornhole set up in front of large trees. Would definitely come back our next time in town, they had more on tap I'd like to try. See more..
4.5 Eureka West Antiques Market (19 reviews)
- Great Variety of Antiques
Spent 1-2 hours Antique Shops

This place is huge, with a very diverse assortment of antiques. They have a very heavy focus on antique fishing equipment. The place is packed, so it takes some time to go through it all. After buying some items one day, we drove back the next day to specifically buy a small antique desk and chair. The three old dudes that run the place were great to talk to and were very knowledgeable. We hit a number of different antique stores, and this was the only one that got us to drive an hour and return the next day. See more..
4.0 Quigley's Castle (547 reviews)
- Very neat place to see
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Castles

Motorcycles beware of the driveway! You enter off the highway on a corner and it's a bit sharp. The drive itself is hard packed but a bit rough. Take it easy and be aware that the grade is steep. There is grassy and gravel parking at the end of the driveway. Admission fee of 8 dollars a person to see this unique place was worth it. There's a bit of a story that goes with the design and building of this "castle home". The family still lives and cares for it. The gardens are beautiful and if you love unique history and fiesty ancestors it's a fun stop. See more..
4.0 Onyx Cave Park (465 reviews)
- Awesome
Caverns & Caves

Everyone was very welcoming and nice! It was nice being able to hear the tour on the way down and take in the scenery on the way back. Axe throwing was so much fun and they did a great job demonstrating and helping. I will definitely return and enjoy. No cave like this where I am from. See more..
4.0 Keels Creek Winery (217 reviews)
- Small but cozy
Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Wineries & Vineyards

Keels Creek is a boutique winery focused on producing sophisticated wines with grapes sourced from vineyards in the Ozark Mountains. Come in and taste our locally made, award winning wines. See more..
4.0 Eureka Springs Historical Museum (152 reviews)
- Great introduction to Eureka Springs
Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

Located in the heart of the historic district at 95 S. Main Street, the Eureka Springs Historical Museum should be the first stop of your visit to the charming town of Eureka Springs. See the colorful past of this unique town and the people who lived here. A fascinating collection of papers, photographs, mementos, official documents, home furnishings, and other artifacts are on display. We offer a newly renovated main floor with in-depth exhibits that tell the story of Eureka Springs. We also have a second floor with more exhibits, as well as an Art Gallery that features local artists that helped start the artist boom in Eureka Springs. Open 9:30am to 4pm, closed Wednesdays and Sundays. Tours are self-guided. See more..
4.0 Eureka Springs Gardens (68 reviews)
- Now Blue Spring Heritage Center
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens

Blue Spring is a natural wonder, pouring 38 million gallons of cold, clear water each day into its trout-stocked lagoon.Start your adventure with an insightful historic film in the Visitor Center, then stroll the handicapped-accessible walkways and inviting garden paths that wind through the 33 acres of native gardens. Visit the historic mill site that dates from the 1840's, see the Bluff Shelter on the National Register of Historic Places, and walk along the path of the Trail of Tears. Resident Appaloosas and abundant native flora and fauna delight visitors, and our charming gift shop offers an array of items to keep the exerience alive. Blue Spring is a quiet getaway and a perfect place for weddings, group outings or any special occasion. See more..
4.0 Bear Mountain Riding Stable & Dude Ranch (45 reviews)
- Great family ride
Ranches

The wrangers took good care of us. The horses were well behaved and well chosen for our riding abilities. Saw some white tail deer. Had a very nice ride. Kids and hubby still talking about it. See more..
4.0 Black Bass Lake City Park (41 reviews)
- Great Short Hike
Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Parks • Hiking Trails

So it turns out that my parents lead a hike here for their hiking group and there is the long hike and a short hike. We opted to do the short hike that goes along the lakes perimeter. However the first thing you see leaving the parking lot is that the dam which creates the lake is leaking in two spots and needs some serious repair work done. The hike along the edge of the lake is pretty easy save the hike up at the start. He saw lots of flowers plus slider turtles and salamanders. My dad did take me off on a side trail to see a beaver den that wasn’t two far from the first bridge you cross. The second bridge is under repair but as the stream bed was dry when we were there we could easily bypass the bridge. Really fun and worked up a big appetite. See more..
4.0 Magnetic Spring (26 reviews)
- Great little stop on the way to the Christ of the Ozarks...
Hot Springs & Geysers

This is a little stop carved into the hillside w/ a picnic table, carved into the hill off the side of the road. The water is clear and cold. Though the water was drunk in early times as a panacea for many ailments...and the sign even claims that ferrous metal objects left in the water will become magnetized, I guess this process may take time, since it did not work for me in the short time I was there. Due to the fact folks are putting things in the fountain that has much algae growing in it, I chose not to test it's a curative properties. See more..
3.5 Pivot Rock and Natural Bridge (301 reviews)
- Interesting
Hiking Trails • Geologic Formations

This interesting area of rock formations is accessed through the gift shop with a $6 admission price. The trail is easy (a slight grade in some areas) & makes a loop back to the starting point. We enjoyed our short walk in the woods & took lots of photos of the natural rock walls & odd rock formations along the way. I was disappointed that the gift shop had so little of its own merchandise. I really wanted some postcards, but all they had of their own were magnets. Be aware that the road in, Pivot Rock Rd., is narrow & curvy. We questioned if we were going the right way more than once. See more..