Family Things to Do in Eureka Springs, AR

Why Families Love Eureka Springs

Tucked into the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas, Eureka Springs is one of the most charming, kid-friendly destinations in the South. Historic train rides, big-cat sanctuaries, lake days, and spooky-but-safe ghost tours all in one Victorian mountain town.

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Why Families Love Eureka Springs

Intrigue Theater

An intimate evening of magic and mystery with Sean-Paul the Illusionist and Juliana Fay.

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Beaver Lake

487 miles of crystal-clear shoreline just minutes from downtown. Swim, fish, paddleboard, or float in calm Ozark coves.

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Crescent Hotel Kids Ghost Tour

Step inside America's most haunted hotel. Spooky enough to thrill, safe enough for the whole family.

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Lakes, Rivers, and Easy Floats Near Eureka Springs

Lakes, Rivers, and Easy Floats Near Eureka Springs

Eureka Springs sits at the center of an Ozark water playground. From sandy swimming beaches at Lake Leatherwood to lazy tube floats on the Kings River and world-class trout fishing on Roaring River, there’s a way to cool off for every kind of family.

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The Best Kid-Friendly Attractions in Eureka Springs

Top Day Trips From Eureka Springs

Some of the Ozarks’ best day trips are just a short drive from Eureka Springs. Branson theme parks, Bentonville art museums, scenic floats on the Buffalo River, and some of the best caves in Arkansas are all within easy reach.

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The Great Passion Play & Attractions

The Great Passion Play  Tucked away in the pictureesque Ozark Mountains, the amphitheater thransports you over 2,000 years ago to witness the ma...

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Crescent Hotel Ghost Tour

CRESCENT HOTEL WALKING GHOST TOURS – Featured on Ghosthunters, Ghost Adventures, My Ghost Story and in Smithsonian magazine. Learn the tales...

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Intrigue Theater - Sean-Paul the Illusionist-PORTAL

Intrigue Theater - Sean-Paul the Illusionist - PORTAL Back from the illustrious Magic Castle in Hollywood and Marvyn's Magic Theater, Sean-Pa...

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Paranormal Investigation - Basin Park Hotel

Abnormal History—Paranormal Mystery Join Eureka Springs Paranormal Investigators in the Barefoot Ballroom to investigate the most active s...

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War Eagle Cavern

Largest Cavern Entrance in Arkansas Walk straight into a mountain through the only natural entrance cavern in Arkansas! It's over three stories ...

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Peculiar Things and Downtown Springs Public Tour

A Guided Walking Tour to Peculiar Places in Downtown Eureka Springs.  Please meet in the Basin Park Hotel Lobby.  Join our Basin Park...

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Eureka Springs Adventure Park - Slingshot Rentals

Slingshot Rentals - Enjoy the open-air excitement of our three-wheeled Slingshots on scenic mountain highways. Feel the wind in your hair as you cruis...

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Eureka Springs Historical Cemetery Tour

A 60 minute walking tour through a peaceful and well-maintained setting covering many historical remnants led by period-dressed guides. Step into the...

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Melonlight Presents - ROBBIE!

A Sexy & Murderous Noir Experience! “Before I explain the job, you must understand that you are all fully committed, and that thismoment&he...

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Intrigue Theater - Sean-Paul the Illusionist-PERPLEXED!

Back for another season! Intrigue Theater Presents: Perplexed! Magic Up Close & Incredible - Sean-Paul & Juliana Fay An Exclusive, ...