{"id":3829,"date":"2021-11-24T07:08:28","date_gmt":"2021-11-24T07:08:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=3829"},"modified":"2023-08-11T13:20:12","modified_gmt":"2023-08-11T13:20:12","slug":"15-best-things-to-do-in-eureka-springs-arkansas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-best-things-to-do-in-eureka-springs-arkansas\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Best things to Do in Eureka Springs, Arkansas"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Eureka-Springs-Arkansas.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12858\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Eureka-Springs-Arkansas.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Eureka-Springs-Arkansas-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Set in the Ozark Mountains, the city of Eureka Springs is well-known for its Victorian buildings. The historic district of the city includes the Basin Park Hotel, Crescent Hotel, and Thorncrow Chapel, a striking wood and glass church. Visitors can also visit the Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, home to bears, big cats, and other creatures. To make your trip more interesting, you can try out the city&#8217;s many outdoor activities, including hiking in the surrounding hills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors should take the Underground Eureka Walking Tour to learn more about this area&#8217;s history. The historic house museum, complete with an interactive magician, is a must-visit while in town. While visiting the Historic Train Ride, you can also take a stroll along the beautifully manicured streets of downtown Eureka Springs. If you&#8217;re tired of city life, Eureka Springs offers a park where you can sit and enjoy the quiet surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also take part in various events in the town. The city&#8217;s downtown district is full of small museums and historic Victorian buildings. You can wander the streets and explore local history, including the Sacred Arts Gallery. The Sacred Land Tour is a popular attraction in Eureka Springs, and the Great Passion Play is a popular show. You can also check out the Christian Science Center for a spiritual experience. Once you&#8217;re tired, you can spend some time in the area&#8217;s nightclubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city was once home to an African-American community that thrived during the era of tourism. It was even home to a church and schools, and its population was booming. It was a place of religion and worship, and the black residents there were the mainstays of the city&#8217;s tourism industry. However, as tourism declined, the African American population faded from the city grew to become a large, thriving city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city&#8217;s main attractions include the Christ of the Ozarks, a 67-foot statue of Jesus. The spire of the Christ offers scenic views of the Ozarks. The Thorncrown Chapel is an equally beautiful and unique church in Eureka Springs. Despite its location, it is a popular destination for travelers and residents alike. A variety of attractions can be enjoyed in Eureka Springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The town&#8217;s downtown is a shopper&#8217;s paradise. Among the attractions are museums, art galleries, boutiques, and historic hotels. Its main street hosts more than 100 annual events. There is a thriving arts community that celebrates its rich culture and history. Its picturesque mountainside location also attracts wealthy residents. The city is known as the &#8220;Ozarks'&#8221; of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During your stay, you can visit a museum in Eureka. The art gallery exhibits the work of local artists. The Calf House was constructed in 1879, and the town is surrounded by mountainous terrain. The earliest building in the town was the O.D. Thornton&#8217;s rough-board shanty. 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