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Before you go
Your trip to Eureka Springs.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Eureka Springs – Arkansas Destination Bentonville and the Ozarks about 300 km from Little Rock
How to get there
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Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) Bentonville · 75 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
By car, about 75 km east of Bentonville on US-62, a mountain road. The nearest airport is XNA. A tourist trolley runs through the downtown and neighborhoods.
How many days
One day for the downtown and Thorncrown Chapel. With two days, you can include the Turpentine Creek refuge and a day at the Buffalo River.
When to go
April to June and September to November, with mild days and colorful leaves in late October. In summer the town fills on weekends. Thorncrown Chapel is closed in January and February.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Yes for reaching the town and exploring the surroundings. In the center the slopes are steep and parking is difficult: it’s best to leave the car and use the trolley.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Eureka Springs
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Morning
Thorncrown Chapel
Visit Thorncrown Chapel early, with morning light coming through the glass.
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Afternoon
Historic centre
Walk Spring Street and Main Street on foot to see the springs, stairways and galleries, and take the trolley up to the higher neighborhoods.
2 days in Eureka Springs
Day 2
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All day
Buffalo River
Head to the Ponca area and do the Lost Valley trail or a canoe trip on the Buffalo River, depending on the season.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in Eureka Springs?
Walk the historic downtown, visit Thorncrown Chapel, see the big cats at Turpentine Creek, ride the trolley through the neighborhoods and head to the Buffalo River.
Why does Eureka Springs have so many stairs?
Because the town was built on a very steep slope, and many streets and houses sit on different levels connected by stairs and walkways.
Is Eureka Springs good for people with mobility difficulties?
The slopes and stairways make walking difficult. The trolley helps reach higher points; confirm the accessibility of each site beforehand.
What time zone is Eureka Springs in?
The same as Bentonville: UTC−6 in winter and UTC−5 in daylight saving time.