Location: Eureka Springs
Top Things to do in Eureka Springs
10 Things to Do in Eureka Springs That You Shouldn't Miss
Eureka Springs is a city in Carroll County, Arkansas, United States, and one of two county seats for the county. It is located in the Ozarks of northwest Arkansas. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 2,073.
Restaurants in Eureka Springs
1. Thorncrown Chapel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
This chapel won an architecture award in 1980.
Reviewed By Paul N - Clinton, Iowa
What a beautiful place located in the woods with architecture that is amazing. Very peaceful and relaxing to stop and see...well worth the trip out to see this chapel if you are in the area.
2. Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
"With over 100 exotic cats and other wildlife on display, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge is one of the largest big cat sanctuaries in the United States. The non-profit USDA licensed refuge, founded in 1992, has grown to become one of the Top 10 attractions in Arkansas and the most popular in Eureka Springs. Lions, cougars, leopards, tigers, and bears are displayed in large natural habitats surrounding the main enclosures and gift shop. Each animal has its own story/history plaque for self-guided tours and over night accommodations are available via the Safari Lodge, RV park, and camping facilities. Guided tours are available from 10am until 4pm (Summer) or 3pm (Winter). The refuge is open year round (except Christmas Day) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.."
Reviewed By jochafen - Des Moines, Iowa
We were disappointed in the Wildlife Refuge. They do a great service rescuing big cats and bears. The problem was the guide could not get her microphone to work, it was a cold day walking quite a distance on gravel and only able to catch an occasional word. The bear area was not open yet.
3. St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 533 reviews
Reviewed By JoAn C - Little Rock, Arkansas
Beautiful church, enter area from the bell tower. Interesting history of building and grounds. Easy parking on the backside of the Crescent, must be able to walk up/down a few steps in a few areas, most of walkway is ramped. Definitely worth a visit.
4. Beaver Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 575 reviews
Popular lake for swimming.
Reviewed By LaVonne S
Drove on lakeside getting to our cabin rental. Ever curve presented a prettier view. Walked in part of camping areas, kicked through the fallen leaves, picked pretty quartz rocks to admire (but left them there for others to enjoy too.)
Very well kept, clean and well managed. I think Beaver Lake is a delight, no matter what time of the year one is there.
5. Intrigue Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 523 reviews
When in Eureka Springs, travel back to the Victorian age and experience an evening of Mystery & Intrigue performed by an Illusionist & a Medium Featuring Special Guests from the other side! Now in it’s THIRD SEASON Intrigue Theater is a Live Theatrical show and one of the top rated attractions in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.
Reviewed By Kirk M
We went to a show on Nov. 4... It was an illusion and "ghost talker" show... This show is run by a guy and his blonde assistant and a couple of young kids... The illusion part was really good. The guy is decent. They need to watch their lighting as it is a small stage in an ole church. We were setting on the outside and you could see the angles when ruined the illusions. Pretty typical stuff. They showed a clip of their time on Penn and Teller. Wish they would have done the monkey act on the video.
You will be sitting in rows in straight backed old chairs that are not the best.
The second part featured a ghost talker... what a crock of crap... lol
I picked up 3 of the cameras they had hidden plus the host was wearing a camera too... I guess people do not know the capability of modern bluetooth cameras...
I would not go back to this show. If he did a magic show and just did illusions I might go back... The ignorance of people today amazes me
6. Eureka Springs Historical Downtown
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 380 reviews
Reviewed By Colene M - Tucson, Arizona, United States
Loved the springs, although it was a bit hard to find them, even with a map. Would caution anyone with walking issues that walking is hard on uneven sidewalks.
7. Christ of the Ozarks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Built in 1967, this 7-story memorial statue of Jesus is on the grounds of The Great Passion Play and overlooks Eureka Springs, Arkansas.
Reviewed By jochafen - Des Moines, Iowa
Well worth your time to go to visit the Christ of the Ozarks. Take the time to read the history and details about the construction of the statue. Also take some time to walk around the area, the view is beautiful and it is free.
8. Quicksilver Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By CMN14 - Boise, Idaho
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit here and found lots of beautiful art pieces made by artists from around the country. Definitely worth a stop.
9. Lake Leatherwood
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 238 reviews
Reviewed By BaltimoreRedbird - Baltimore, Maryland
Nothing much to see. Told this was a good rock collecting site, however there was no place to pull off the highway to get a look at the shore.
10. Blue Spring Heritage Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 319 reviews
Reviewed By Hillcountrytraveler - Georgetown, TX
Blue Spring is a 33-acre privately owned attraction containing native plants and hardwood trees in a setting of woodlands, meadows, and hillsides. It's on the National Register of Historic Places, having once been a resting place for the Cherokee people during their trek on the Trail of Tears. The spring pours 38 million gallons of cold, clear water into its pond each day...pretty impressive! Set in the Ozark forest, the visitor's center sits atop a bluff with sturdy wooden stairways to take you to the water features and gardens far below.
Nice people run it, not many other visitors in mid-October, and a pretty setting in the Ozarks. What else could one ask for on a sunny day?
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