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Hot Springs National Park

101 Reserve St, Hot Springs, Arkansas 71901 USA

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This is not your typical National Park! People from all over the country flocked here in the early 1900s to soak in the hot mineral baths, thought to cure multiple illnesses. Today, the vibe is more "quirky tourist attraction." Think Branson, MO meets an old mobster movie. The main strip of the park, Bathhouse Row, is lined with old buildings that are connected to the geothermal hot springs. You can't actually see the springs unless you visit one of the bathhouses. The former Fordyce Bathhouse is the visitor center and museum. Buckstaff Bathhouse is the most unique attraction: It's a park concessioner that offers group soaking pools or private soaks in the hot water. Make an appointment or show up early because time slots fill up fast. There are also multiple fountains around town to fill water bottles with water from the springs.

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“prehistoric Native American quarries!”

Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of years. Ancient thermal springs, mountain views, incredible geology, forested hikes, and abundant creeks – all in the middle of town – make Hot Springs National Park a unique and beautiful destination.

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Reviewed by
ruthy.lavi

  • 3 Reviews
  • 15 Helpful
June 11, 2015
Rated

Please note this National Park is basically a square in the middle of town, connected to a bunch of gardens on top of it. Totally worth the visit, but dont let your gps lead you to the wrong destination.
I was driving in circles till i gave up and went to town for a walk. Then, wallah! The sign shocked me in the moddle of the city.

14 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
Madison

  • 28 Reviews
  • 19 Helpful
April 18, 2021
Rated 4.0

Make sure you do your research before tripping here, as it seems a lot of people expect natural hot springs in a wilderness setting. Instead, it consists of a row of bath houses utilized in the early 20th century, set in the midst of this bustling town. The bathhouses themselves are architecturally unique and the tours are quite interesting if you're into history. There are nature hikes that will take you to the actual hot springs if that's more your speed. I greatly enjoyed the few hours we spent here, and would definitely recommend the stop, even if you're just tripping through AR and want to stretch your legs.

13 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
kelly.richard.9

  • 2 Reviews
  • 12 Helpful
April 22, 2014
Rated

Agree with comment above . The park is not your typical one it is on the town you can tour a bath house and see a few springs. Ok for adults my kids were boref

11 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
shira.hecht

  • 6 Reviews
  • 7 Helpful
December 09, 2014
Rated 4.0

Very charming!!! Definitely worth a visit. Gorgeous old houses, a place of luxury that has sort of gone to seed, which is sort of fascinating. Everyone who works there was lovely. We went for an hour on our way through Arkansas and it was so worth it

7 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
singnplay

  • 7 Reviews
  • 7 Helpful
August 03, 2017
Rated 4.0

First, park downtown to walk through the visitor's center. We learned a lot and saw some unusual things! Then, walk or drive a little farther to explore the "nature" part of the park. Make time for a spa treatment! We ended up loving it, but the area was congested/touristy, and navigating the area and the best way to explore the hot spring and park was confusing.

6 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
deweyz

  • 18 Reviews
  • 8 Helpful
October 21, 2015
Rated 5.0

Follow the free parking sign to the lot. Come out, cross the street, and head left to the visitor center. We spent most of our time hiking, taking pictures of the various fountains, & visiting the tower & we thought it was great. Didn't actually visit the bath houses. ;-)

4 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
pinkpastor01

  • 4 Reviews
  • 3 Helpful
September 19, 2021
Rated 5.0

This tourist area was just a beautiful walk and shop! Shopped as much as we gazed upon history and beauty! Could have spent all afternoon there. Allow more time than you thought you needed.

3 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
Lesli Peterson

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  • 60 Helpful
March 04, 2023
Rated 5.0

Natural beauty and history await you in Hot Springs National Park.

Hot Springs Mountain Tower offers fantastic views of the forest and the 26 miles of trails. You can’t miss the Fordyce Bathhouse Museum and Visitor Center.

There are no outside hot tubs, but you can take advantage of some of the spas along Bathhouse Row, with natural thermal springs. You may enjoy relaxing in one of these historic buildings.

Do not forget to fill up on spring water before leaving the park. Fountains are plentiful throughout the park.

2 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
Brent Holm

  • 4 Reviews
  • 3 Helpful
May 17, 2021
Rated 5.0

I enjoyed the history of this park, particularly the link to Major League Baseball. We toured the park, went up the lookout tower, and toured the visitor center bathhouse. Then we drove to all the baseball sites. There are signs at all the spots in town with a phone number you can call to get short lectures on the significance of the spot. We really enjoyed doing that.

2 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
Jeff Limer

  • 47 Reviews
  • 16 Helpful
December 07, 2015
Rated

I loved my road trip to Hot Springs NP! I love the history of the park and how the town essentially built up around the park. Stayed at the historic Arlington hotel right across the street from the National Park and walking distance to Bathhouse Row. Wonderful for history buffs and National Park seekers.

1 person found this review helpful

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Hot Springs National Park

101 Reserve St
Hot Springs, Arkansas
71901 USA
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