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BENTONVILLE DAY TRIPS
Eureka Springs, AR
Eureka Springs, AR, less than an hour's drive from Bentonville, is a quaint mountain village
nestled in the beautiful Ozark Mountains. Its downtown area, with its winding up and down
streets and Victorian architecture, offers activities for every member of your group.
Eureka Spring's Historic Downtown Shopping District features over 100 unique specialty
shops of every description from family-owned candy factories to more than 20 top art galler-
ies to fantastic antique shops. Visit Caroline's Collectibles to see live bunnies actually work-
ing; they give you your receipts and change!
If you are a history buff, you will love Eureka Springs. It has the largest collection of Victori-
an architecture in the region. The beautiful Victorian homes have been painstakingly pre-
served to maintain the details of yesteryear. For example, you will see historically accurate
pastel colors used on all gingerbread decoration.
Since the 1800s, artists creating in every artistic medium have called Eureka Springs home.
There are more than 400 working artists in the area. Sculptors, painters, weavers, jewelers,
woodworkers and woodcarvers are just some of the artists who have settled in Eureka. Make
it a point to visit the Art Colony on N Main Street where you can see artists at work and
their creations on display.
Outdoors people and adventure seekers of all types can spend the day participating in area-
favorite activities. Hiking, biking, fishing, spelunking, horseback riding, rock climbing, zip-
lining, motorcycle touring and golfing are just some of the outdoor activities that are located
in the Eureka Springs area.
Eureka Springs is the perfect romantic getaway. Stay at the Crescent Hotel with its old world
charm yet modern conveniences. Dine at the Crescent Hotel Crystal Dining Room or make
reservations at Ermilio's or Local Flavor Cafe, all excellent choices for romantic dining.
Eureka is home to
The Great Passion Play
. Save an evening to enjoy this inspirational activ-
ity. The play has a cast of 170 actors and dozens of animals. It is billed as America's #1
Attended Outdoor Drama. See the Bible come to life on a 550-foot-long multi-leveled stage.
Eliminate the stresses of life by relaxing in Eureka Springs. Visit a day-spa where experts
spoil you with services sure to relax and rejuvenate. Available services include saunas, mas-
sage, steam cabinets, facials, weight rooms, aromatherapy, Ayurveda medicine, reflexology
and exercise facilities.
