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Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Hot Springs, Arkansas (AR)
Hot Springs is the eleventh-largest city in the state of Arkansas and the county seat of Garland County. The city is located in the Ouachita Mountains among the U.S. Interior Highlands, and is set among several natural hot springs for which the city is named. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city had a population of 35,193. In 2015 the estimated population was 35,635.
Restaurants in Hot Springs
1. Living Wellness Day Spa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 114 reviews
The Hot Springs Living Wellness Day Spa provides a unique approach to the spa experience that combines a full range of services in a private and nurturing environment. Living Wellness offers to the individual and for couples: anti-stress massage incorporating the highest quality therapeutic essential oils, Heated Stone Massage and Deep Tissue with neuromuscular therapy. Other specialized spa treatments include restorative and relaxing facial treatments with all-natural products that are pleasing to the senses. Quality pH-balanced/alkaline water is used with Facial and Body treatments to restore balance and health to the skin. Also offered are a variety of skin nourishing and re-mineralizing warm Seaweed and Mud Body Treatments, warm Herbal Body Wraps, Body Polish Exfoliation, Lymphatic Movement Therapy, Thai-yoga Massage, Reflexology, Tandem Massage, and Heated Stone Massage. Living Wellness Day Spa is an exclusive studio located in Hot Springs south of Lake Hamilton.
Reviewed By tammybS3039DQ
My 90 minute massage by Annette was one of the BEST I have ever had! She used multiple techniques to work out some stubborn shoulder knots. I also love that Living Wellness doesn't upsell clients - hot stones, essential oils, foot scrubs, etc. were all included in the price, whereas most places consider those as optional "add-ons" that you'd pay extra for.
2. 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)
3. Fox Pass Pottery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
We are a hand workshop producing high fire stoneware pottery, both wheel thrown and hand built. We make functional and sculptural work. We fire our pottery in both gas kilns and a 2 chambered wood fired kiln. The pottery is lead free, oven and dishwasher safe. We have been producing in our studio since 1973, and take great pleasure and pride in our work. In 2012 Jim was selected by the Arkansas Arts Council and the Department of Arkansas Heritage as an Arkansas Living Treasure in recognition of lifelong contributions and artistic excellence in the creation and preservation of traditional craft.
Reviewed By 7645Louise - Denver, United States
I certainly found more things that I loved than I could afford or reasonably add to my home. Since we were flying, I asked that my three items be sent. They arrived very quickly, well packed, and Barbara called to make sure the items arrived safely.
4. Anthony Chapel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 551 reviews
The Anthony Chapel Complex is a part of Garvan Woodland Gardens, the 210 acre botanical garden of the University of Arkansas located on Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Visitors may park near the lovely glass chapel in the woods and take a short walkway to the Chapel. The Chapel is open during normal business hours, UNLESS it is rented for a private wedding or event. Visitors are not allowed in the Chapel when it is rented for a private event. The Chapel is currently a free area of Garvan Woodland Gardens. Visitors to the Gardens enter at the Welcome Center and pay admission.
Reviewed By charlieb692 - Roseville, United States
Located in the woods by Garvan Woodland Gardens, the Anthony Chapel is an amazing structure of glass and wood. One of several scattered around the country, it's clear glass walls and soaring ceiling make it seem much larger.
5. Escape Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 707 reviews
Escape rooms are live-action team-based games where players discover clues, solve puzzles, and accomplish tasks in one or more rooms in order to accomplish a specific goal in a limited amount of time. You have one hour to use your brain to solve our puzzles, discover our secrets and unlock your escape.
Reviewed By totalbetty
Had a blast with our family trying to escape The Bathhouse & The Gambler. Would definitely recommend. Can’t wait to return!
6. A Narrow Escape
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 358 reviews
Located in beautiful downtown Hot Springs, A Narrow Escape is the interactive puzzle adventure you and your family have been waiting for. With a maximum of eight players, your team will have sixty minutes to solve our puzzles and stop the clock.
Reviewed By 158caryh - Wichita, United States
We went with our 11 year old nephew and all three of us were fully engaged for the 58 minutes it took us to escape. The story line was creative and the few hints (only one "clue" said our host) allowed us to use the best of our team's ingenuity. We'll definitely come back.
7. Lake Catherine State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 459 reviews
Offers good hikes, but it can be humid.
Reviewed By Kates9999
There aren't enough good words in my vocabulary to describe what an amazing adventure we had at this state park! We hiked the entire Falls Trail loop, then went back after a rainfall to see a bit more falls action. We walked the ADA-compliant Slunger Creek Nature Trail, & watched the sunrise over the lake from our waterfront campsite. While the site was nowhere near level, & the water access was on the "wrong" side of the camper, the site location was absolutely amazing & worth any inconvenience in getting set up. We chose site 31 in Area B, & had a swimming pier over the water right at our site. The bath house was close to our site, & the facility itself was great. The Visitor Center (& camp store) is open, with a maximum of 3 people inside at a time, but the Nature Center is closed. We also went horseback riding with the separate business on premises. FABULOUS! This park was exactly what we needed to get our nature fix, relax, & re-set.
8. Grand Promenade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 435 reviews
Half-mile trail between Bathhouse Row and the nearby mountains.
Reviewed By GroverR - Pensacola, United States
The National Parks Service has many great trails but they only have one Grand Promenade. There are more adventurous hikes with great mountain views, but they don't have beautiful brick pathway that meanders above Bathhouse Row offering great views of the Row, the springs and the fall colors. We walked the entire length at various times and while there is some change in elevation it is really a pleasant walk designed for any age and stamina. There are a few stairs on the south end as it runs from Park Administration on the south to the Arlington Hotel on the north. It is a great walk. However, the best parts are the steam bathed section that bifurcates the natural spring leading to the touch pools and the overlook plaza with great views of West Mountain. There are a lot of great hikes you have to do at Hot Springs and this tops the list.
9. Garvan Woodland Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,600 reviews
Open to the public hours 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Admission payments by CREDIT CARD or EXACT CASH only. Garvan Woodland Gardens is the 210 acre botanical garden of the University of Arkansas, located in Hot Springs, Arkansas on beautiful Lake Hamilton.
Reviewed By 448lucindas - Lafe, United States
Close to Hot Springs National Park and even accessable by boat from Lake Hamilton. Garvin Gardens and Anthonys Chapel are soo worth the visit. The walking paths are easy, and such a visual reward. Book a golf cart/guide and breeze around with a personalized tour of many nuances of this groomed, yet wild grounds. Waterfalls, Birds, Fish and seasonal themes. Christmas season is a must. Great gift shop adds to nature's beauty. Chipmunk Cafe, offers a quick beverage and varied menu. Wheel chair accessable. Childrens treehouse an added sestination. *on leash/call Gardens for specifics.
10. Tiny Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By amiskell28 - Waterford, United States
This shop was incredible! 90 years of history all contained in one miniature town! Our 9 year old daughter loved it, and we did too. The owner (the son of the gentleman who spent his life building this town) clearly loved his work and was devoted to it. We are so glad we were able to see this place, definitely one of the types of visits that is unique and worth your time.
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