Uptown Travel Guide
Hot Springs
Popular places to visit
Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo during your travels in Hot Springs. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Hot Springs National Park
Escape into secluded woodland and breathe in the scent of mineral-enriched water that bubbles from the ground in America’s original spa district.
Magic Springs and Crystal Falls
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Magic Springs and Crystal Falls during your trip to Hot Springs. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this family-friendly area.
Bathhouse Row
You can learn about the history of Hot Springs with a visit to Bathhouse Row. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Lake Catherine State Park
You can take time to visit Lake Catherine State Park during your travels to Hot Springs. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this family-friendly area.
Garvan Woodland Gardens
Enjoy the hot springs and explore Garvan Woodland Gardens, a lovely green space in Hot Springs. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Things to do
Small-Group Zipline Tour in Hot Springs
Hot Springs NP Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in Uptown
Gold-Inn Hot Springs
This place was super cute and clean, the staff were very helpful and accommodating. Nice location, as a solo traveler I felt safe.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Beautiful Shabby-Chic Cabin Downtown Hot Springs
Close to downtown, host communication was excellent. Clean and unique.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Brand New Cabin with Hot Tub-Walk to Bathhouse Row
"The Cuckoo's Nest"
The host was very responsive. This is a newer rental in great condition and very cute. The location is good for getting downtown.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Cedar Blossom Bungalow - Pet friendly getaway with a 5 min walk to downtown
Really cute property with everything you need! Very clean and what an awesome location!! We were able to hike (trailhead just up the street) and then walk to downtown to take in the night life. I appreciate the king size bed, roomy shower, TV in the bedroom and the thoughtful snacks and ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Hotel Hot Springs
We didn’t have the breakfast buffet. It was $15 a person and we ate at a diner downtown instead. The bar was excellent with 20 beers on tap
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa
Definitely the rooms are not what you were expecting
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
Bathhouse Row
If you're spending some time in Bathhouse Row, Hot Springs National Park and Hot Springs National Park Visitor Center are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Hot Springs National Park and Bank of the Ozarks Arena.
Northwoods
While visiting Northwoods, you might make a stop by sights like Hot Springs National Park and Cedar Glades Park.
Oaklawn District
While visiting Oaklawn District, you might make a stop by sights like Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort and NPS Visitor Center.
Side Town
While there might not be top attractions in Side Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort and Funtrackers Family Park.
West Hot Springs
If you're spending some time in West Hot Springs, Hot Springs National Park and Magic Springs and Crystal Falls are top sights worth seeing.
