10 TOP Things to Do in Arkansas August 2026

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Things to do

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

£15

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Reza Edge of Illusion Show in Branson

£39

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

£29

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Small-Group Zipline Tour in Hot Springs

£50

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Memphis: True Crime History Bus Tour

£30

per adult

Woodruff-Fontaine House Museum Admission Ticket in Memphis

£11

per adult

Revollusionists Show Ticket

£34

per adult

Memphis Hop On and Hop Off Tour

£45

per adult

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Branson: Dogwood Canyon Nature Park

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Eureka Rocket: Eureka Springs City Tour by Golf Cart

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

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Memphis: City Tour with Optional Sun Studios & Riverboat

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Reza Edge of Illusion Show in Branson

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What to do in Arkansas

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Crater of Diamonds State Park

9.0/10 (337 reviews)

This state park in Arkansas is possibly the only place in the world where you can dig for diamonds and keep whatever treasure you find.

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Where to stay in Arkansas

Find the best Arkansas areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Lake Hamilton

Beautiful hot springs and fantastic lake views are well-reviewed features of Lake Hamilton. Make a stop by top sights like Lake Hamilton while you're exploring the area.

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Lake District

If you're spending some time in Lake District, Hot Springs National Park and Uptown Hot Springs are top sights worth seeing.

Lake Catherine

You might make a stop by Lake Catherine State Park while you're exploring Lake Catherine.

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Eureka Springs Historic District

Travellers come to Eureka Springs Historic District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Eureka Springs & North Arkansas Railway and Eureka Springs City Auditorium while you're in town.

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Downtown Little Rock

Museums, live music and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Downtown Little Rock. Check out South Main or The Arkansas River Trail while you're exploring the area.

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