Food Scene
The Pancake Shop
216 Central AveIconic breakfast joint
Add cream cheese icing and nuts (or lots of other toppings) and have the best cinnamon roll sweet treat. Take some home for later too
40 locals recommend
Will's Cinnamon Shop
1001 Central AveAdd cream cheese icing and nuts (or lots of other toppings) and have the best cinnamon roll sweet treat. Take some home for later too
If you are feeling fancy. The building was originally a bank and you can dine in the old bank vault by request. Chef's tasting menu available if requested in advance.
The Vault Restaurant & Grill
2801 West 7th StreetIf you are feeling fancy. The building was originally a bank and you can dine in the old bank vault by request. Chef's tasting menu available if requested in advance.
501 Prime
215 E Grand AveSteak house with patio bar
Parks & Nature
Garvan Woodland Gardens, the botanical garden of the University of Arkansas, is nestled in the picturesque Ouachita Mountains of Southwest Arkansas. Numerous attractions are on the grounds including architectural structures like the Anthony Chapel, the Bob and Sunny Evans Treehouse, and botanical landscapes offering breathtaking sights and great photo opportunities. Most trails are ADA accessible and pets are allowed with a fee. No pets allowed during Holiday Lights. Seasonal dining onsite at the Chipmunk Cafe.
231 locals recommend
Garvan Woodland Gardens
4819 Arkridge RdGarvan Woodland Gardens, the botanical garden of the University of Arkansas, is nestled in the picturesque Ouachita Mountains of Southwest Arkansas. Numerous attractions are on the grounds including architectural structures like the Anthony Chapel, the Bob and Sunny Evans Treehouse, and botanical landscapes offering breathtaking sights and great photo opportunities. Most trails are ADA accessible and pets are allowed with a fee. No pets allowed during Holiday Lights. Seasonal dining onsite at the Chipmunk Cafe.
A pioneer in hands-on science learning, Mid-America Science Museum has been a resource for innovative STEM education since its opening in 1979. Serving as a unique destination for generations of families for 40 years, Mid-America Science Museum continues to provide an escape for curious minds of all ages.
144 locals recommend
Mid-America Science Museum
500 Mid America BlvdA pioneer in hands-on science learning, Mid-America Science Museum has been a resource for innovative STEM education since its opening in 1979. Serving as a unique destination for generations of families for 40 years, Mid-America Science Museum continues to provide an escape for curious minds of all ages.
Magic Springs Theme and Water Park.
magicsprings.com
Magic Springs is a Top Arkansas Attraction & Arkansas's Only Theme & Water Park. Roller Coasters, Wild Water Slides & More !
1701 E Grand Ave
1701 East Grand AvenueMagic Springs Theme and Water Park.
magicsprings.com
Magic Springs is a Top Arkansas Attraction & Arkansas's Only Theme & Water Park. Roller Coasters, Wild Water Slides & More !
Sightseeing
Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
2705 Central Aveif you are looking for a fun day at the races
Riley Art Glass Studio
710 W Grand AveCool hand blown glass shop with demonstrations.
Dryden Pottery
341 Whittington AveLocal Pottery shop. Very nice owners- tours and demonstrations by request.
Fox Pass Pottery
379 Fox Pass CutoffLocal potter.
West Mountain Summit Drive
West Mountain Summit DriveDrive or hike West Mountain with a look out area
Hot Springs Mountain Tower
401 Hot Springs Mountain DrLookout tower over HotSprings
https://www.nps.gov/hosp/learn/historyculture/bathhouse-row-today.htm
Take a walk along Historic BathHouse Row and visit or tour any number of the bath houses. Some are now wineries or breweries, even restaurants. Dip your hand in the hot water spring.
22 locals recommend
Bath House Row Winery
220 Central Avehttps://www.nps.gov/hosp/learn/historyculture/bathhouse-row-today.htm
Take a walk along Historic BathHouse Row and visit or tour any number of the bath houses. Some are now wineries or breweries, even restaurants. Dip your hand in the hot water spring.
Rainy Day
Central Avenue Market Place
4330 Central AveMy fav Antique spot to kick around on a rainy day