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Historic center · Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Eureka Springs Historic District
Victorian hillside center with late 19th-century stone and wood houses, springs, stairways, galleries and shops, all listed as a historic district.
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About Eureka Springs Historic District
Eureka Springs began in 1879, when the reputed healing waters of the springs drew thousands to a valley in the Ozark Mountains. In a few years the town filled with hotels, Victorian houses and bathhouses built as the steep hillside allowed.
The result is a center of curving streets that overlap, limestone buildings with iron and wood facades, porches and stairways linking one level to the next. Spring Street and Main Street concentrate art galleries, craft shops, cafés and restaurants. The entire historic district is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Several springs, such as Basin Spring in the center, were enclosed by small stone parks. A tourist trolley runs through the downtown and the higher neighborhoods, where houses are painted in strong colors.
The town has an artistic tradition and hosts festivals throughout the year.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
From half a day to a full day.
Best time
On weekdays, when the center is less crowded. In autumn the hillsides are colorful.
How to get there
The center sits on US-62B, which branches from US-62. There are parking lots on the edges of downtown and the trolley connects the main points.
Tip
Wear comfortable shoes: the slopes and stairs are steep. Park outside the center and explore on foot and by trolley.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Eureka Springs Historic District
How do you get around downtown Eureka Springs?
On foot and by trolley. Streets are narrow and steep, and downtown parking is limited.
How much time should you set aside for downtown Eureka Springs?
Half a day to a full day, allowing time for galleries and the stairways.
Are the Eureka Springs springs still flowing?
Several still emerge in small stone parks, but the water is not recommended for drinking.