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Hot Springs

United States

Best things to do in Hot Springs

9 curated attractions in Hot Springs, United States. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

March - May, September - November

Average temp

17°C/63°F

Budget

Mid-range

Safety

Generally safe

About Hot Springs

Hot Springs, located in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas, is renowned for its naturally heated springs and the historic Bathhouse Row. Visitors flock to the Hot Springs National Park, which offers hiking trails and thermal baths. Central Avenue is the main thoroughfare, lined with shops and eateries, and is home to the Gangster Museum of America, reflecting the city's colorful past. The Fordyce Bathhouse serves as the park's visitor center, providing insights into the bathing culture of the early 20th century. While the city is a hub for relaxation, it is also known for hosting the annual Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival.

Quapaw Baths & Spa

Quapaw Baths & Spa

Relaxation
Hot Springs Historic District

Hot Springs Historic District

Old towns & historic quarters
Garvan Woodland Gardens

Garvan Woodland Gardens

Nature
Downtown Association of Hot Springs

Downtown Association of Hot Springs

Shopping
Lake Catherine State Park

Lake Catherine State Park

Nature
Bathhouse row

Bathhouse row

Spas & bathhouses
Fordyce Bathhouse

Fordyce Bathhouse

Spas & bathhouses
Hot Springs National Park

Hot Springs National Park

National parks & nature reserves
Gangster Museum of America

Gangster Museum of America

Specialty & quirky museums

Where to eat in Hot Springs

The places worth planning a meal around.

Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

seafood

★ 4.5 · 5,959 reviews

The Pancake Shop

The Pancake Shop

American · $$

★ 4.6 · 2,533 reviews

Superior Bathhouse Brewery

Superior Bathhouse Brewery

American

★ 4.4 · 2,111 reviews

Rocket Fizz

Rocket Fizz

★ 4.6 · 663 reviews

The English Grill

The English Grill

Southern · $$$

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