Kelli’s guidebook
Sightseeing
MASM is a jewel in Hot Springs! Lots of hands-on STEAM activities, dinosaur displays, and much more! Fun for all ages!
144 locals recommend
Mid-America Science Museum
500 Mid America BlvdMASM is a jewel in Hot Springs! Lots of hands-on STEAM activities, dinosaur displays, and much more! Fun for all ages!
Great fun for everyone! Saturday concerts in the summer!
169 locals recommend
Magic Springs Theme and Water Park
1701 E Grand AveGreat fun for everyone! Saturday concerts in the summer!
Learn all about the days the gangsters roamed in Hot Springs!
81 locals recommend
Gangster Museum of America
510 Central AveLearn all about the days the gangsters roamed in Hot Springs!
Escape Hot Springs
622 Spring StSo much to do at Oaklawn! Live horse racing January - May. Full casino, great food, live music on the weekends. Must be 21.
263 locals recommend
Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
2705 Central AveSo much to do at Oaklawn! Live horse racing January - May. Full casino, great food, live music on the weekends. Must be 21.
Gorgeous place and an incredible light display during the holidays!
231 locals recommend
Garvan Woodland Gardens
4819 Arkridge RdGorgeous place and an incredible light display during the holidays!
Maxwell Blade's Theatre of Magic & Comedy
817 Central AveStrolling downtown through the National Park is a must!!
78 locals recommend
Hot Springs National Park
369 Central AvenueStrolling downtown through the National Park is a must!!
Hot Springs Mountain Tower
401 Hot Springs Mountain DrMust see! Best view in town!!
Neighborhoods
Tour through this historic district to see beautiful homes in a picturesque national park environment.
Quapaw Avenue
Quapaw AvenueTour through this historic district to see beautiful homes in a picturesque national park environment.
Food scene
There are so many amazing food options in Hot Springs!! Here are some of my favorites!
Great local brew and they make their own root beer from the thermal waters too!
152 locals recommend
Superior Bathhouse Brewery and Distillery
329 Central AveGreat local brew and they make their own root beer from the thermal waters too!
Best pizza in town! Great outdoor dining right on west mountain!
71 locals recommend
Grateful Head Pizza Oven and Beer Garden
100 Exchange StBest pizza in town! Great outdoor dining right on west mountain!
Rolando's Restaurante
210 Central AveLatin Fusion cuisine. Great outdoor patio in the back.
Fat Bottomed Girl's Cupcake Shoppe
502 Central AveIndulge in one of the best cupcakes in town!
One of my personal favorites for specialty coffee and tea. Great vibe, locally owned, cool space to chill. Nice food menu with vegan options. You'll love it here!
57 locals recommend
Kollective Coffee & Tea
110 Central AveOne of my personal favorites for specialty coffee and tea. Great vibe, locally owned, cool space to chill. Nice food menu with vegan options. You'll love it here!
Taco Mama
1209 Malvern AveYummy food, locally owned. Great drinks! All their food is fresh!
Rocky's Corner
2600 Central AveGreat pizza just across from Oaklawn.
Upscale restaurant in town for a special night out. Reservations are required downstairs, but they have an awesome menu and bourbon bar available upstairs with no reservations required. Great place, amazing food, locally owned, awesome service!
93 locals recommend
501 Prime
215 E Grand AveUpscale restaurant in town for a special night out. Reservations are required downstairs, but they have an awesome menu and bourbon bar available upstairs with no reservations required. Great place, amazing food, locally owned, awesome service!
Hometown cooking that’s makes you feel like family. Great catfish special on Fridays.
8 locals recommend
Red Oak Fillin' Station
2169 Carpenter Dam RdHometown cooking that’s makes you feel like family. Great catfish special on Fridays.
Another amazing pizzeria and they brew their own beer too! Try the vegan pizza!
Pronounced “squeezebox” because the owner plays the accordion!!
84 locals recommend
SQZBX
236 Ouachita AveAnother amazing pizzeria and they brew their own beer too! Try the vegan pizza!
Pronounced “squeezebox” because the owner plays the accordion!!
Cafe 1217
1217 Malvern AveFresh food and amazing desserts! A bit pricey but delicious.
Alexa's Crêperie
238 Cornerstone BoulevardAn absolute must try! Love the savory crepes!
Fisherman's Wharf
5101 Central AveGreat seafood with views of Lake Hamilton
Family friendly and just a few minutes from the house, Bubba Brews has fabulous food, some of the best local craft beer and amazing views of the sunset over Lake Hamilton.
95 locals recommend
Bubba Brews - On Lake Hamilton
1252 Airport RdFamily friendly and just a few minutes from the house, Bubba Brews has fabulous food, some of the best local craft beer and amazing views of the sunset over Lake Hamilton.
Colonial Pancake & Waffle House
111 Central AveMy personal favorite for brunch downtown!
Some of the best Italian food in town at the BEST price! Love this place on only a few minutes away.
11 locals recommend
Mama's Little Italy
1020 Airport RdSome of the best Italian food in town at the BEST price! Love this place on only a few minutes away.
English Muffin Country Kitchen
4832 Central AveAnother GREAT place for breakfast!
The Trough Bar and Grill
833 Central AvenueGreat patio, family friendly and dog friendly! Great burgers and beer.
Music Scene
Ohio Club
336 Central AveThis is a must see for food, music and history! Must be 21 to enter.
Copper Penny Pub
711 Central AveFun Irish Pub, live music on the weekends. All ages are welcome.
Maxine's Live
700 Central AveCool hip bar. Live music and shows on the weekends.
The Big Chill
910 Higdon Ferry RdGreat live music spot.
Breweries
Great local brew made with the Hot Springs Thermal Waters! Also has amazing food and great outdoor seating!
152 locals recommend
Superior Bathhouse Brewery and Distillery
329 Central AveGreat local brew made with the Hot Springs Thermal Waters! Also has amazing food and great outdoor seating!
Great local brew, yummy food, and fun atmosphere! Three levels of fun!
95 locals recommend
Bubba Brews - On Lake Hamilton
1252 Airport RdGreat local brew, yummy food, and fun atmosphere! Three levels of fun!
Spas and Thermal Waters
My personal favorite bath house. Historic building, thermal water public pools as well as private baths and all spa services available. Great way to relax in the "Spa City" after a busy day!
106 locals recommend
Quapaw Baths & Spa
413 Central AveMy personal favorite bath house. Historic building, thermal water public pools as well as private baths and all spa services available. Great way to relax in the "Spa City" after a busy day!
We are famous for our water!!
15 locals recommend
Mountain Valley Spring Co - Visitor Center and Museum
150 Central AveWe are famous for our water!!
Outdoor adventures
Northwoods Trails
300 Pineland DrGreat mountain biking
Coleman Rock Shop & Crystal Mines -Jim
5837 AR-7Crystal capital of the world!
Arrowhead Cabin, Canoe. Kayak and Tube Rental
69 Arrowhead DrGreat canoe and kayak adventure
Hot Springs Farmers & Artisans Market
121 Orange StGreat hiking trails! Beautiful views! Exceptional lake for water activities.
61 locals recommend
Lake Ouachita State Park
5451 Mountain Pine RdGreat hiking trails! Beautiful views! Exceptional lake for water activities.
Lake Catherine State Park
1200 Catherine Park RdGreat hiking and beautiful views!
Wegner Quartz Crystal Mines
82 Wegner Crystal Ranch Rd