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About Hot Springs
Hot Springs is a resort city and the county seat of Garland County, situated in the Ouachita Mountains among the U.S. Interior Highlands. The area is defined by several natural hot springs that give the city its name. As of the 2020 census, it was the eleventh-most populous city in Arkansas with a population of 37,930.
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Magic Springs Theme & Water Park
Located in the Quail Ridge neighborhood, Magic Springs Theme & Water Park is an attraction featuring 38 rides and four roller coasters. The park originally opened in 1978 before closing in 1995 and reopening in 2000.
The park is owned by EPR Properties and operated by Premier Parks, LLC.
View details →Best Hotels in Hot Springs
22 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Best Western Winners Circle
Best Western Winners Circle offers comfortable accommodations in the Quail Ridge area.
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Candlewood Suites Hot Springs
Candlewood Suites Hot Springs is a hotel located in the Quail Ridge neighborhood.
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Comfort Inn & Suites
Comfort Inn & Suites offers a comfortable stay in Quail Ridge. The hotel provides basic amenities for travelers.
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Country Inn & Suites
Country Inn & Suites is a hotel located in the Mid-America Industrial Park.
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Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express is a hotel located in the Quail Ridge neighborhood.
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La Quinta Inn & Suites
La Quinta Inn & Suites is located in the Mid-America Industrial Park.
Best Restaurants in Hot Springs
16 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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La Hacienda
La Hacienda is a Mexican restaurant located in the Quail Ridge neighborhood.
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Rocky's Corner
Rocky's Corner serves Italian cuisine in the Quail Ridge neighborhood.
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Italian Villa Restaurant & Bar
Italian Villa Restaurant & Bar offers Italian cuisine in the Mid-America Industrial Park.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Hot Springs
4 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Argentinian Coffee & Wine Bar
Argentinian Coffee & Wine Bar is a coffee shop located at 328 Central Avenue.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Hot Springs
3 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Maxine's Live
Maxine's Live is a bar located in the Mid-America Industrial Park. It offers a variety of drinks and a relaxed atmosphere for patrons to enjoy.
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Superior Bathhouse Brewery
Superior Bathhouse Brewery is a bar located in the Mid‑America Industrial Park.
Best Things to Do in Hot Springs
8 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Magic Springs Theme & Water Park
Located in the Quail Ridge neighborhood, Magic Springs Theme & Water Park is an attraction featuring 38 rides and four roller coasters. The park originally opened in 1978 before closing in 1995 and reopening in 2000.
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The Galaxy Connection
The Galaxy Connection offers interactive exhibits that explore space science and technology within the Mid‑America Industrial Park.
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Riley Art Glass Studio
Riley Art Glass Studio is an attraction located in the Mid-America Industrial Park. It offers visitors a chance to explore its unique glass art pieces.
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Gangster Museum
The Gangster Museum is located in the Mid-America Industrial Park and offers exhibits on organized crime history. It provides educational displays about notable figures and events.
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Goat Rock Viewpoint
Goat Rock Viewpoint offers scenic overlooks of the surrounding landscape in Quail Ridge.
Best Shops in Hot Springs
5 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Wrapped Gift Botique
Wrapped Gift Botique, located at 404 Central Avenue, offers a curated selection of gift items for all occasions.
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Legacy Fine Art
Legacy Fine Art is a shop that offers a curated selection of fine art pieces.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Hot Springs
25 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Gulpha Gorge Campground
Gulpha Gorge Campground offers camping in the Quail Ridge area with basic amenities for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Baseball Trail Park
Baseball Trail Park offers a spacious green area for families to enjoy outdoor activities in the Mid-America Industrial Park neighborhood.
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Chattanooga Park
Chattanooga Park in Quail Ridge provides a green space for residents to enjoy. It includes walking paths and open lawns suitable for family gatherings.
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David F. Watkins Memorial Park
David F. Watkins Memorial Park is located in the Mid-America Industrial Park neighborhood.
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Hollywood Park
Hollywood Park is a public park located in Quail Ridge. It offers open space for recreation and community gatherings.
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Kenneth Adair Memorial Park
Kenneth Adair Memorial Park is located in the Mid-America Industrial Park.
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Valley Street Skate Park
Valley Street Skate Park is a skate park located in the Quail Ridge neighborhood.
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Velocity Park
Velocity Park offers a spacious green area for recreation in the Quail Ridge neighborhood.
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