Best of Van Buren, AR
County Seat of Crawford County
About Van Buren
Van Buren serves as the county seat of Crawford County and ranks as the second-largest city in the Fort Smith, Arkansas–Oklahoma Metropolitan Statistical Area. Located directly northeast of Fort Smith at the Interstate 40 – Interstate 540 junction, the community was incorporated in 1845. With a 4% growth rate from 2020 to 2023, it stands as Arkansas’s eighth-fastest growing city.
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Whataburger
Whataburger is a burger restaurant located in the Van Buren Historic District.
View details →Best Hotels in Van Buren
6 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Comfort Inn & Suites Van Buren - Fort Smith
A local hotel in Van Buren Historic District.
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area
A local hotel in Van Buren Historic District.
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Super 8 by Wyndham Van Buren/Ft. Smith Area
A local hotel in Van Buren Historic District.
Best Restaurants in Van Buren
11 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Whataburger
Whataburger is a burger restaurant located in the Van Buren Historic District.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Van Buren
1 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
Best Things to Do in Van Buren
2 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Van Buren
13 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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