The Ouachita Mountains near Hot Springs, Arkansas
About an Hour from Riverglen

Hot Springs, Arkansas

America's first national park city, where historic bathhouses, thermal spas and a legendary racetrack sit minutes from mountain lakes and forests.

The Original Spa Town

A grand day trip from the forest

Roughly an hour's scenic drive from Riverglen, Hot Springs has drawn visitors for more than a century to its naturally heated mineral waters. Stroll the marble-and-brass bathhouses of historic Bathhouse Row, soak in a working spa, cheer on the Thoroughbreds at Oaklawn, then browse downtown's galleries, candy shops and distilleries. Here are some of the best places to explore, grouped by what you love to do.

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Things to do in Hot Springs

Tap a category to see standout local spots. Call ahead, since hours change seasonally.

Hot Springs grew up around its bathhouses and gangster-era glamour. These museums, tours and landmarks tell the story.

AudaTours Hot Springs Audio Tour: From Bathhouses to Hidden Historic Gems

Hot Springs, AR 71901

Dryden Pottery Studio

341 Whittington Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Hot Springs Trolley Tours

706 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Fordyce Bathhouse Museum & Hot Springs National Park Visitor Center

369 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Oaklawn Hot Springs

2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Lamar Bathhouse (Bathhouse Row Emporium)

515 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901

Majestic Park Baseball Complex

109 W Belding Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Mountain Valley Spring Water Museum & Visitor's Center

150 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Garland County Historical Society

328 Quapaw Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71903

Arkansas Walk of Fame

629 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Ozark Bathhouse Cultural Center

491 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Soak in the city's namesake thermal waters at a historic bathhouse, or book a modern day spa.

Astral Spa

2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Oasis on Ouachita

321 Ouachita Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Hot Springs Garden Home Spa

446 West Grand, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Sabai Massage Therapy

210 Hobson Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Skin Co.

801 Central Avenue, Suite 10, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Thai Me Spa (Downtown Hot Springs)

328 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

NuYu Rejuvenation Spa

4904 Central Avenue, Suite A, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Donald Piranty - Massage & Bodywork

1820 Central Avenue, Suite F2, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Arlington Bathhouse and Spa

239 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Destinations Day Spa

250 Cornerstone, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Yoga, fresh markets, mineral-water history, salons and natural goods to keep you feeling your best.

Thai Me Spa (Downtown Hot Springs)

328 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Astral Spa

2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Destinations Day Spa

250 Cornerstone, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Skin Co.

801 Central Avenue, Suite 10, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Oasis on Ouachita

321 Ouachita Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Arlington Bathhouse and Spa

239 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Whiplash Beauty

805 West Grand Avenue, Suite B, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Northwoods Trails

300 Pineland Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71901

The Yoga Place

301 Whittington Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Spa City Cannabis Co.

2914 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Hypnosis and Sound & Vibrational Therapy

Hot Springs, AR

Hot Springs Farmers Market

121 Orange Street, Hot Springs, AR 71913

The Electric Strawberry

500 West Grand Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

From flowing mountain-bike trails to a paved downtown greenway, plus shops for rentals and repairs.

Northwoods Trails

300 Pineland Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Parkside Cycle

719 Whittington Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Hot Springs Bicycle Touring Company

436 Broadway Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Cedar Glades Park - Garland County

Cedar Glades Road, Hot Springs, AR

Greenway Outfitters

300 Valley Street, Hot Springs, AR

Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail

118 Orange Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Guide services, bait shops and a state hatchery for chasing bass, stripers and more on the area lakes.

Arkansas Game & Fish Commission

350 Fish Hatchery Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913

David Cochran Lake Ouachita Striped Bass Fishing Guide

Royal, AR 71968

Sunnybrook Landing

530 Lake Park Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Andrew H. Hulsey State Fish Hatchery

350 Fish Hatchery Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Trader Bill's

1530 Albert Pike Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Uncle Mike's Fishing Guide Service

Hot Springs, AR

Xtreme Strike Guide Service

117 Ridgewood Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Go-karts, mini golf, zip lines, skating, parks and quirky museums to keep every age entertained.

Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

847 Whittington Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Hot Springs Jet Car

2051 Higdon Ferry Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Hot Springs Bicycle Touring Company

436 Broadway Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Hot Springs Off-Road Park

2100 Mill Creek Road, Hot Springs, AR

Hamilton Hangout

4780 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

A Narrow Escape

801 Central Avenue Suite 35, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Hot Springs Mountain Tower

401 Hot Springs Mountain Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Mystic Ozark Museum

425 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

David F. Watkins Memorial Park

811 Park Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Bricks and Minifigs

301 Broadway Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Hot Springs Fishing Charter

350 Fish Hatchery Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Adventureworks, Inc.

1700 Shady Grove Road, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Jonathan Erlandson Parlor Magic

817 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901

Go Foto Yourselfie Studio

801 Central Avenue #30, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Greenway Outfitters

300 Valley Street, Hot Springs, AR

Royal Sanctuary Therapy Farm Inc.

222 Kingfisher Lane, Royal, AR 71968

Cedar Glades Park - Garland County

Cedar Glades Road, Hot Springs, AR

Hot Springs Haunted History Tours

430 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Uncle Mike's Fishing Guide Service

Hot Springs, AR

The Golf Shack

4328 Central Avenue, Suite O, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Live theatre, music and a touch of magic in Hot Springs's historic downtown.

The Music Box Lounge

409 Park Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

The Vapors Live

315 Park Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Jonathan Erlandson Parlor Magic

817 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901

Pocket Community Theatre

170 Ravine Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Downtown Central Avenue is lined with galleries, antiques, candy, crystals, distilleries, boutiques and flea markets.

Central Station Furniture & Flea Market

3333 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Downtown Record & CD Emporium

239 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Beverly's Casual Shop

623 Albert Pike, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Central Avenue Marketplace

4330 Central Ave., Temperance Hill Shopping Center, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Wrapped Gift Boutique

404 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Bathhouse Row Winery

220 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Dryden Pottery Studio

341 Whittington Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

The Downtowner Marketplace

714 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Lauray's The Diamond Center

402 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR

Casa Bella

325 Broadway Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Amazing Finds: A 21st Century Bazaar

4332 Central Avenue, Suite K/L, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Lipstick Apotheclass at Villainess Alchemy

364 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Earthbound Trading Company

262 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Hot Springs Hat Company

332 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Coleman's Rocks-R-Gems

1400 East Grand Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

The Savory Pantry

214 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Petals, Purses etc

516 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Jane's Curiosity Shop & Art Gallery

313 Ouachita Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Bear Necessities

422 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Utopia Antiques and Collectibles

801 Hobson Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Shaw's Antiques

1526 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Gene Lockwoods

1328 Albert Pike Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Beef Jerky Outlet

231 Central Avenue, Suite A, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Hot Springs Farmers Market

121 Orange Street, Hot Springs, AR 71913

The Vintage Ranch

303 Albert Pike Road, Upper Level, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Gallery Central

340A Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Artists Workshop Gallery

610A Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Ouachita Wax and Naturals

118 B Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

The Winery of Hot Springs

1503 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Just Swanky Consignment Boutique

340-A Ouachita Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Puttin' On the Glitz

420 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Crystal Ridge Distillery

455 Broadway Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Greeson's

2219 Albert Pike Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Black Ribbon Books

239 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Hot Springs Distilling

121 Ross Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

MT Savvy Styles Boutique

2814 Central Avenue, Suite E, Hot Springs, AR 71913

U-Win Travel

121 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Fabulous Finds & Fashions

4328 Central Avenue Suite O, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Bathhouse Soapery & Caldarium

366 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Kringles in the Park

115 A Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901

Park Avenue Vintage & More

761 Park Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

The Crown Jewel

Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort

Oaklawn has been the heartbeat of Hot Springs entertainment since 1904. Its storied Thoroughbred racetrack hosts live horse racing through the winter and spring, and the grandstand and apron put you right at the rail for the thunder of the field.

Beyond the races, Oaklawn is a full destination resort open year round. The sprawling casino floor offers slots and table games, the AAA Four-Diamond hotel provides luxury rooms and suites, and there's a lineup of restaurants from steakhouse dining to quick bites. Unwind afterward at the on-site Astral Spa, or settle in at one of the bars and lounges. Even when the horses aren't running, the casino, dining, hotel and spa welcome guests staying nearby at Riverglen who want a taste of the city lights.

oaklawn.com 1-800-625-5296 2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901 About 50 miles from Riverglen
Evening light over the Ouachita Mountains near Hot Springs and Oaklawn

Explore the city, sleep in the forest

Spend the day in Hot Springs, then return to the quiet of Riverglen on the Ouachita River. Reserve securely on Airbnb.