Top Things to do in Arkansas
Top Hotels in Arkansas
- 1. Best Western Winners Circle
- 2. Best Western Inn Of The Ozarks
- 3. Graduate Fayetteville
- 4. Capital Hotel
- 5. 1905 Basin Park Hotel
- 6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Little Rock - Bryant
- 7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Hot Springs
- 8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bentonville South - Rogers, AR
- 9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham West Memphis
- 10. The Waters Hot Springs, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
What to do and see in Arkansas, United States: The Best Things to do Adventurous
Living up to its billing as “The Natural State”, the state is a nature wonderland with three national forests, nearly 9,000 miles of pristine streams and rivers, awe-inspiring settings in the Ozark and Quachita mountains and sparkling lakes.
The menu of vacation experiences is an exciting one. For great golf, spas, horse racing and the Hot Springs National Park, Hot Springs is the place to go. Outdoor enthusiasts love the Ozark Mountains where activities like canoeing, rafting, kayaking, fishing, hiking and rock climbing are popular. The mountain village of Eureka Springs, with its streets lined with Victorian homes, is brimming with boutiques, antique shops and art galleries. Wine enthusiasts love the Arkansas Wine Country, encompassing the towns of Paris, Ozark and Altus, where German style wines are produced. From its ancient mountains to the Delta flatlands leveled by the Mississippi River, the state has a diverse topography with numerous scenic drives. Try the Pig Trail, Ozark Highlands and Sylamore scenic byways in the Ozark National Forest designated by the U.S. Forest Service. Golfers love the state because greens fees are extremely affordable for great courses. A few excellent public access courses are Sage Meadows in Jonesboro, Stonebridge Meadows in Fayetteville and the Mountain Ranch Course in Fairfield Bay.
Restaurants in Arkansas
1. Blanchard Springs Caverns
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 865 reviews
Reviewed By livetoannoy - New Paltz, United States
We enjoyed this cavern tour very much. The cave "decorations" (stalactites, stalagmites, curtain formations and so much more!) are truly spectacular, well worth seeing. Not to knock Mammoth Cave national park, but the decorative features are better here at Blanchard Springs. We had a clever, well informed and humorous tour guide, he was good with kids too. Some interesting crickets and salamanders in the cave. I think there are some nice hiking trails, but it was raining so we didn't see those. (Caverns are great rainy day activities.) The cavern park is close to the Ozark Folk Center state park, which is great. And it's a lovely short drive from Mountain View, Arkansas which is a fun place to visit, eat barbecue, and hear some music. So a great cavern trip in a fun area.
2. 404 Tour Co.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 159 reviews
Experience the scenic parks and culture of downtown Little Rock, Arkansas, via a Segway PT. 75-minute guided tours are $59 per person, plus tax. Tour highlights include the Clinton Presidential Library and Park, Bill Clark Wetlands, Heifer International, Riverfront Park and the River Market. Walk-ins welcome but reservations strongly suggested. Riders must weigh between 100 and 260 lbs.
3. Petit Jean State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 703 reviews
The beauty of Petit Jean Mountain and the surrounding area led to the formation of a state park system in Arkansas in 1923.
Reviewed By laurief244 - Hamburg, United States
We spent the weekend at Petit Jean State Park and will definitely return! We stayed in a duplex cabin with a full kitchen and fireplace. Wish we’d brought more firewood, however you could purchase a small bundle for $5. Cabin 12 A is located at the back of the property and overlooks a beautiful waterfall. It also has a screened porch, swing and a deck with a grill. We hiked to Cedar Creek falls and got some gorgeous photos. Remember to take water with you. The Mather Lodge restaurant serves good food with friendly service. You can also call ahead to pick up your food. This was a great last minute trip with very friendly service.
4. Ozark Mountain Ziplines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,232 reviews
Come Fly by the Seat of your pants & experience the thrill of the HIGHEST and LONGEST ziplines in the state of Arkansas! You will zip down 10 ziplines, cross one swinging bridge while standing on suspended platforms. You will zip as high as 250 feet above the forest floor on cables up to 2000 feet long! We cater to ages 3-103 up to 275 lbs. Reservations are recommended but walk-ins welcome.
5. Intrigue Theater
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 676 reviews
Now in our 11th Must-See Season in Eureka Springs, AR! Sean-Paul and Juliana Fay have been seen on National TV shows like Penn & Teller Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, and America's Got Talent. They have also performed at the Magic Castle in Hollywood. During the Covid 19 Pandemic, the Intrigue Experience was restructured to provide a blend of Magic compliant with restrictions. From stage illusions to sleight of hand, the mystery and intrigue continues. Proven masters of the craft, Sean-Paul and Juliana will leave you PERPLEXED! Although the Covid-19 restrictions and the mask mandate have been lifted in the state of Arkansas, we continue to encourage masks and sanitize the theater between shows.
Reviewed By judylQ2846WD - Gurdon, United States
A great magic show, loved the up close and personal relationship with the audience! We've seen several magicians and Sean-Paul does an amazing job! Looking forward to taking our 7 year old granddaughter next week, she wants to see him cut his arm off and cut the woman in half! She's hoping the ghost talker will read her mind-good luck on that one!
6. The Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 945 reviews
Reviewed By Abbeyjoschmo
We went to this show on NYE and couldn’t have had a better time. We sat in the front row so we got to interact a lot, our kids (3&5y.o.) had a ball and there was a great mix of music, laughter, and magic!
7. Hawksbill Crag
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By DebV20 - Dallas, United States
The early morning fog created an eerie setting for our 6 mile drive along the gravel road to the trailhead. The fog coupled with the fallen autumn leaves and exposed tree branches, begged us to pull over and briefly enjoy our surroundings before continuing on with our bumpy ascent. By the time we began our hike, the fog had subsided and made way for a perfect day to be outdoors. The changing colors of the leaves created some stunning views along the moderately rated trail. We knew when we had reached the unique view of Whitaker Point and it did not disappoint. As we sat and enjoyed the outlook before us, it was easy to see why this crag was one of the most photograped and recognizable features in Arkansas.
8. Board Camp Crystal Mine
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 99 reviews
Hello Friends! Open 2-27-21 to 10-30-21! We are NOT closed due to corona virus! We offer Fresh Air, Sunshine, & Crystal Energy! You MUST MAKE A RESERVATION! Book at: boardcampcrystalmine.com Dig your own CRYSTALS in a REAL quartz mine! Enjoy your day with Nature in the Ouachita (pronounced 'wash-it-taw') Mountains! • NO tailings • KEEP what you FIND! • Crystals are EVERYWHERE! • Mine in woods - SHADY in summer! • EASY access for limited mobility! • Dog-friendly! • Family-friendly! • KIDS UNDER AGE 16 DIG FREE! AND at Night: Experience the "UnXplained" Tours! What is the Strange Phenomena at Board Camp Crystal Mine? Is it ET? Crystal Energy? Supernatural? Paranormal? Fringe Science? • BCCM was featured on Josh Gates’ Expedition Unknown! • Come and see for yourself! • Friday or Saturday. Our website has ALL you need to know! PLEASE visit and read! If you do call, PLEASE leave a message! Thank you so much!
Reviewed By IndigoSpiritHawk
This was an all around amazing and memorable experience! This place was the highlight of our entire trip to Arkansas! My 8 year old son loved it and is still talking about it. The crystal mine was great! We filled up almost an entire 5 gallon bucket with large beautiful clusters within about 2 hours. I don't know how anyone could possibly not get anything here. You get to dig right in the veins. The quality of some of the specimens was some of the best we've gotten. I've been to several mines and this one is the best, both in terms of quality and service. The owners are genuinely kind, beautiful people. Their not just in in for the money. They are truly shepherds of the land. They also care about their customers and will go above and beyond to make your experience a good one. However, as awesome as the mining experience was, the paranormal tour was even more amazing! We were truly in awe. The land has a mystique about it. This place is truly sacred. I have never experienced anything like it. I can not recommend this place enough! We will definitely be back.
9. Adventureworks Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 898 reviews
Zip Line Tour Hot Springs Hot Springs, Arkansas' exciting new zip line adventure park! Zip lining is great for families, groups and all of you weekend warriors. Experience a thrilling adventure with a bird's eye view! Soar through the air on steel cables, secured in a safety harness, attached to a zip pulley system. See native trees, plants, and wildlife. Zip tours operate year round. Experience zipping during every season! Adventureworks Hot Springs, Adventure Zip Line Park has so much to offer: 12 zip lines , over a mile of zip adventures Sky Bridge with Observation Deck Located at a premier outdoor lodging venue, Catherines Landing Open Mon-Sat 10 am-4 pm, Sun 1pm-4 pm. Reservations are recommended. Zip tours include 11 zip lines and are approximately 2 hours long. $60 Per adult, $45 per child under 18 (Price includes tax)
10. Escape Mystery Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 115 reviews
The most exciting new concept to be introduced this decade in live action entertainment is conveniently Located in the heart of downtown Conway at 707 Parkway, Suite 101. From the beginning it was Escape Mystery Room's goal to create a unique detail oriented an immersive escape room game unlike any other in the state. We have created one of kind rooms that contain clues, puzzles, and other mind
Reviewed By Mythmelle
Friendly staff, great rooms, and a chill atmosphere. It's not as intimidating as I thought an escape room would be, and the lady at the front desk was awesome.
