Eureka Springs has been a favorite vacation spot in Arkansas for a long time. That’s because there are so many great things to do in Eureka Springs, Arkansas! My husband and I spent a winter weekend in Eureka Springs one year and it even snowed. It was beautiful. Absolutely unforgettable.
Eureka Springs is located in the Ozarks of northwest Arkansas. The entire city is on the National Register of Historic Places as the Eureka Springs Historic District.
It is a tourist destination for its unique character as a Victorian resort village. The city has steep winding streets filled with Victorian-style cottages and manors. The historic commercial downtown of the city has an extensive streetscape of well-preserved Victorian buildings. The streets wind around the town, and no two intersect at a 90 degree angle; there are no traffic lights. –Wikipedia
So, if you’re planning a trip to Eureka Springs but you aren’t sure what you should do when you get there, I’ve got a plan for you! Trust me. Arkansans know best.
Things to do in Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Eureka Springs is a great town for an Arkansas mini-vacation. With delicious restaurants, excellent boutique shopping, spooky adventures, and kid-friendly activities, there is something for everyone!
1. Stay in a caboose!
Livingston Junction Cabooses is one of the most unique places we have ever stayed! I loved it so much! I highly recommend you give it a try.
“Enjoy our secluded area. Your stay with us will be a memorable one! Our cabooses are romantically nestled on the mountainside with a marvelous view of the historic site of railroading as it was in days gone by.”
Each caboose has a private deck and hot tub!
Book Livingston Junction Cabooses here and tell them All About Arkansas sent you!
2. Lunch at Pauly’s Burgers!
Pauly’s serves up one of the best burgers you are ever likely to get your hands on!
Just looking at this photo makes me wish I was there right now.
“Our secret sauce? Farm-to-table meats, featuring Heritage Black Angus and Japanese Black Wagyu, locally raised on our farm, A-5 Cattle Company, located a short drive away in southern Missouri.” -Pauly’s Burgers
You’ll find Pauly’s Burgers here: 308 Village Circle, Eureka Springs, AR
3. Enjoy dinner at Rockin Pig
The Rockin Pig has that laid back vibe you need after a long day of exploring Eureka Springs. Our family loved it! I give it a 10/10 and highly recommend it.
Don’t miss their desserts!!
You’ll find The Rockin Pig here: 2039 E Van Buren, Eureka Springs, AR 72632
4. Tour the town with Eureka Rocket
Eureka Springs is known for its winding streets and, while I love a good walk, it can be difficult to see everything this town has to offer on foot.
That’s why we took a tour with Eureka Rocket. This is a zippy way to see Eureka Springs and learn about the history without doing it all on foot! Plus, the guides are very knowledgeable!
You will learn about how Eureka Springs came to be, you’ll see many of the springs, go in a historic church and more!
Once again, I give this tour a 10/10!
Book a tour with Eureka Rocket here!
5. Go ziplining with Ozark Mountain Ziplines!
I NEVER thought I would zipline. I mean EVER.
But it was one of the most thrilling and relaxing things I have ever done! The people at Ozark Mountain Ziplines made our family feel so comfortable and safe. It was AMAZING. I would go again in a heartbeat!
Address: 15927 Hwy 187 Eureka Springs, AR 72631
“Enjoy a zipline canopy tour in the beautiful Ozark Mountains! You may choose either the half course or full course tour experiencing the longest and highest cables in Arkansas. The course features a boardwalk, short nature walk, and a 4 x 4 Bigfoot Truck ride. This family-friendly adventure is great for ages 3 to 103! If you prefer to stay on the ground, we also offer E-bike rentals and gem panning.” –Ozark Mountain Ziplines
You can book a canopy tour here and be sure to tell them All About Arkansas sent you!
6. Go to The Great Passion Play!
I will never forget this night.
My husband has been to The Great Passion Play before but this was my first experience. It was amazing.
I think plays in general are marvels but seeing an outdoor drama of this magnitude is incredible.
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7. For a truly unique experience, don’t miss Thorncrown Chapel
Nestled in a woodland setting, Thorncrown Chapel rises forty-eight feet into the Ozark sky. This magnificent wooden structure contains 425 windows and over 6,000 square feet of glass. It sits atop over 100 tons of native stone and colored flagstone, making it blend perfectly with its setting. The chapel’s simple design and majestic beauty combine to make it what critics have called “one of the finest religious spaces of modern times.”
Thorncrown Chapel
Since the chapel opened in 1980, over seven million people have visited this woodland sanctuary.
So while in the Ozarks, stop by what many have called one of the most beautiful and inspiring chapels in the world.
You will find Thorncrown Chapel on Highway 62 West right outside of Eureka Springs. Donations are accepted.
P.S. They have plenty of parking for buses and RVs.
Address: 12968 US-62, Eureka Springs, AR 72632
8. Go on an off road adventure with Eureka Springs Adventure Park
“We are a privately owned 150-acre adventure park where your adventure is only limited by your imagination. Whether you are enjoying the 50 miles of rated off-road trails, camping in our RV Park, renting a unit, or just visiting for a concert or grabbing a drink at On The Rocks, you will not be disappointed. If the off-road trails are not for you, jump into a Slingshot and enjoy the historic downtown Eureka and miles of scenic highway.”
Our time spent off-roading at Eureka Springs Adventure Park was amazing. They are wonderful people who make sure you have a great time!
This is a family-friendly, private off-road park with endless trails to explore!
Book your off road adventure here and tell them All About Arkansas sent you!
Unforgettable Things to Do in Eureka Springs, Arkansas
If you can manage to do all of the things on this list, you will have an unforgettable experience in a place that many of us Arkansans love! You’ll leave knowing that a vacation in Arkansas is completely worth it.
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