Location: Bentonville
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Top 10 Things to do Good for Couples in Bentonville, Arkansas (AR)
Bentonville is the ninth-largest city in Arkansas and the county seat of Benton County. The city is centrally located in the county with Rogers adjacent to the east. The city is the headquarters of Walmart, which is the world's largest retailer. It is one of the four main cities in the four-county Northwest Arkansas Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is ranked 109th in terms of population in the United States with 463,204 in 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau. The city itself had a population of 35,301 at the 2010 Census, with an estimated population of 47,093 in 2016.
Restaurants in Bentonville
1. Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,431 reviews
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art welcomes all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature.
Reviewed By LisaB157 - La Jolla, United States
We made the trek to Bentonville specifically to visit Crystal Bridges and were not disappointed. It is truly spectacular and is surrounded by trails through the forest, with sculptures beautifully interspersed. Since it was spring, we were treated to nature’s offering of dogwood trees in bloom and assorted other flowers. The museum itself is an architectural marvel designed by Moshe Safdie and is the brainchild of Alice Walton, daughter of Walmart founder Sam Walton, bestowed as a gift to her community. She built the museum to expose the people of the region to art, many of whom would never have the opportunity to visit an art museum. Admission is free. The collection spans the history of American art and has a good array of pieces of well-known artists including some outstanding contemporary pieces by Do-Ho Suh, Buckminster Fuller, James Turrell, and Dale Chihuily. In addition to the permanent collection which is still growing, they have frequent special exhibits. Also, on site is a reconstructed Frank Lloyd house and it’s worth it to pre-reserve a tour. We had an excellent guide named Pat; though she told us it was her third tour of the day, we would never have guessed. Although we didn’t have time to rides bikes through the area, this appeared to be a great activity on the plentiful trails.
2. BiteSeeing Food Tours
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5.0 based on 35 reviews
BiteSeeing Food Tours is a guided, walking culinary tour with mouth-watering tastings in at least 5 locally-owned establishments. You'll learn about the chefs, the restaurants and some fun facts about the town's history and architecture. The downtown BiteSeeing Bentonville tour fun, unique, and delicious way to experience downtown Bentonville!
3. 37 North Expeditions
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
Our aim is to get as many people outside and exploring the beautiful Ozarks as possible. There are so many amazing landscapes in our backyard and we want to help you find them. Join the 37 North community for guided adventures as well as local events to learn more about what the Ozarks has to offer adventure seekers of all kinds!
4. Museum of Native American History
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5.0 based on 960 reviews
The Museum of Native American History invites you to "Walk Through America's Past," where we will give you a glimpse into what life was like for America's first inhabitants. The museum is divided into five different time periods that will guide you through the constantly changing lives of the Native Americans, as seen through their artifacts. Our displays feature relics that date from over 14,000 years old to historic times. Come visit our museum and enjoy seeing some of the finest treasures ever created by early craftsmen. Schools and groups are welcomed, call to make reservations. Handicap Accessible
Reviewed By 77117
What a great collection of arrowheads, tools and pottery. Well arranged and well documented. An hour is plenty to go through the museum, but well worth your time!
5. Slaughter Pen Hollow Multi-Use Trail System
6. Painting with a Twist
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Looks like art, feels like fun!
7. Bolt NWA
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5.0 based on 60 reviews
Bolt NWA is Northwest Arkansas' premiere escape room experience. Based in Bentonville, AR, Bolt NWA features three original, locally created rooms sure to thrill.
8. Urban Forest Axe House
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Urban Forest is proud to be Arkansas’ original axe throwing venue and the state’s first facility to be certified by the World Axe Throwing League (WATL). We create the ultimate axe throwing experience and provide an amazing place to host birthday bashes, celebrate bachelor & bachelorette parties, organize corporate events, or spend an evening with friends!
Reviewed By ozark_bookaholic
This was one of our kids’ Christmas gifts and we had a blast! Enough instruction to help us improve but we didn’t feel smothered. Our instructor was helpful and kept the energy up by organizing some competitive games, which was great. We took a big pizza and drinks and there was enough room for all that on the table behind our lane ... not much more room, but enough. Highly recommended for something different to do as a family.
9. The Walmart Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,769 reviews
The Walmart Museum is open for scheduled appointments. Details and booking information can be found on our website.
Reviewed By MikeGr214 - Bentonville, United States
Great place to hear the story of Walmart. Starts by showing visitors a clip of the ceremony where Sam Walton was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President George H. W. Bush and then encourages visitors to walk through the history of Walmart from its founding to present day.
10. Compton Gardens and Conference Center
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4.5 based on 111 reviews
The Garden:Once the home of Dr. Neil Compton, Savior of the Buffalo River, Compton Gardens has been developed into a native woodland which is quickly becoming a regional destination garden. It provides a beautiful and peaceful environment containing a unique plant collection. The garden is dedicated to the advancement and appreciation of gardening, horticulture, and conservation within an aesthetic landscape. Neil Compton Exhibit Room:With its grand opening this past August, the Neil Compton Exhibit Room gives viewers a glimpse into the life of Dr. Neil Compton. This exhibit is free and open to the public Monday-Friday 10:00a.m.-3:00p.m.The Homesite:The conference Center is the re-modeled home of Dr. Compton and now serves as a rental facility for seminars, conferences, workshops, retreats, intimate weddings, and private events. The garden is available for film and commercial photo shoots.
Reviewed By MichiganTess
This is an extensive and incredible trail system for all levels of riders. Super single track for the novice and the edgy; super paved trails for all ages; miles and miles of fun. The north end connector was closed due to road construction so we rode the south end in the morning and the north end in the afternoon. There are so many trails on the north end that we didn't begin to hit them all. Thank you Walton Family!!
