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Arkansas travel guide

Ozark rivers, hot springs and a park where you can dig for real diamonds.

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Capital
Little Rock
Best time to go
Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov
Daily budget
$ about $120–170 a day
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Top places to visit in Arkansas

  1. Hot Springs National Park

    Historic bathhouses and naturally hot spring water.

  2. Buffalo National River

    Canoe under tall bluffs on a free-flowing river.

  3. Crystal Bridges Museum

    World-class free art museum in Bentonville.

  4. Eureka Springs

    Victorian hillside town full of shops and springs.

  5. Crater of Diamonds State Park

    Dig for diamonds and keep what you find.

What to eat in Arkansas

  • Cheese dip
  • Fried catfish
  • Chocolate gravy & biscuits
  • Fried pickles

When is the best time to visit Arkansas?

Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov is usually the best time to visit Arkansas. Budget-friendly: about $120–170 a day for one person, including a shared hotel room and meals.

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Budgets are rough mid-range costs per person, including a shared hotel room and meals. Always check opening times and prices before you go.