Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hot Springs, AR

  • The list below includes 25 free or cheap things to do in or near Hot Springs, Arkansas, including 43 different types of inexpensive activities like Horseback Riding, Specialty Museums, National & State Parks and Visitor Centers.
  • From Lake Ouachita to Hot Springs Mountain, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hot Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Jessieville and Benton.
  • The list below includes 25 free or cheap things to do in or near Hot Springs, Arkansas, including 43 different types of inexpensive activities like Horseback Riding, Specialty Museums, National & State Parks and Visitor Centers.
  • From Lake Ouachita to Hot Springs Mountain, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hot Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Jessieville and Benton.
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9.0 Miles
74% 81 votes
Visitor Centers 283 Mountain Valley Water Place, Hot Springs, AR 71909 MoreLess Info
Featuring a gift store with souvenirs, Mountain Valley Spring Water Visitor Center offers visitors complimentary samples of mineral spring water. The center displays a collection of antique glass water bottles and other memorabilia.
4.8 Miles
98% 606 votes
Ziplines 1700 Shady Grove Road, Hot Springs, AR 71901 MoreLess Info
Specializing in zip lining, Adventureworks Hot Springs is popular with thrill seekers. With multiple courses, a skybridge and observation deck, the facility is suitable for family outings, group gatherings and team building workshops.
3.6 Miles
90% 707 votes
Science Museums 500 Mid America Boulevard, Hot Springs, AR 71913 MoreLess Info
The Mid-America Science Museum features over 100 hands-on exhibits. Visitors can compare their size to a mastodon skeleton and their footprints to a sauropod, ride a Virtual Reality Simulator, explore optical illusions, and play with shadows.
1.4 Miles
77% 2361 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901 MoreLess Info
Gambling enthusiasts can find their time well spent at the Oaklawn Racing & Gaming. There are all sorts of table games and slot games available, as well as simulcasting of the horse and hound races.
5.5 Miles
100% 30 votes
Off Road & ATV 2100 Millcreek Road, Hot Springs, AR 71901 MoreLess Info
Featuring an extensive network of off road trails for exploring, the Superlift Off Road Vehicle Park welcomes 4x4s, ATVs, dirt bikes, and mountain bikes. The park has trails for beginning through experienced riders.
3.7 Miles
81% 97 votes
Go Karts 2614 Albert Pike, Hot Springs, AR 71913 MoreLess Info
For a fun-filled day together, visit Funtrackers Family Park and put a smile on everyone's face. Attractions for all ages, play mini-golf, bumper boats, and ride the speedy Go-karts, you will be glad you came.
1.0 Miles
63% 1517 votes
Specialty Museums 113 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901 MoreLess Info
At the Gangster Museum of America there are several galleries dedicated to the most infamous men to live in US: the Capone gallery and the New York Connection gallery are just two of them. It also has a gift shop from which memorabilia can be bought.
2.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Horseback Riding 1942 Millcreek Road, Hot Springs, AR 71901 MoreLess Info
An authentic ranch complete with horses, Panther Valley Ranch offers guest accommodations with a private lake, a jacuzzi, and proximity to Hot Springs National Park. All of the ranch's rooms are suites.
0.0 Miles
70% 63 votes
Laser Tag Corner of West Grand and Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR MoreLess Info
Opened in 2010, T Rex Laser Tag is your ideal choice for family fun and entertainment or your next party. Enjoy the thrill of bumper cars and laser tag, or take in the Jurassic Park themed mini golf, you will be glad you visited.
0.6 Miles
65% 54 votes
Haunted Tours 430 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901 MoreLess Info
Those looking for chills and thrills in Hot Springs can partake in a Hot Springs Haunted Tour. The company offers ninety minute guided tours of some of the most historic and haunted buildings of downtown.
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