- Our list of the best things to do in Bentonville, Arkansas, features the top 89 nearby activities — including 53 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
 - Bentonville, AR has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
 - The results below include the top 18 things to do within the city of Bentonville, AR , followed by 71 popular activities in nearby cities, including Fayetteville, Rogers, Springdale, Siloam Springs, Eureka Springs, Beaver, Garfield, Noel and Sulphur Springs
 
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                202 SW O Street, Bentonville, AR 72712
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            The museum gives visitors a glimpse into the life of the first American inhabitants. It is divided into different time periods depicting the changing lives of Native Americans which can be seen through their artifacts.        
    
    
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                600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712
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            Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is not only a museum, but also a park. It is named after the spring which feeds the site's ponds. Besides the art galleries, it also has a library, a restaurant and themed hiking trails.        
    
    
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                312 N. Main St., Bentonville, AR 72712
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            Compton Gardens provides a beautiful, peaceful environment dedicated to the advancement and appreciation of gardening and horticulture which is available for film and commercial photo shoots. The conference center offers a place for seminars, conferences, retreat, workshops, and private events.        
    
    
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                600 Museum Way, Crystal Bridges - Museum of American Art, Bentonville, AR 72712
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            Leo Villareal's Buckyball is part of the permanent collection of the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. The thirty foot sculpture is covered in LED tubes that randomly change and is surrounded by reclined benches to facilitate night viewing.        
    
    
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            When it was opened in 1950, this shop was the first Wallmart in the world. Nowadays Walmart Visitor Center acts as both a museum exhibiting a gallery which depicts the life of Sam Walton, and a Spark Cafe Soda Fountain, where the visitor can enjoy a wide variety of refreshments.        
    
    
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            Situated within the original town where Sam Walton opened his first store, the Walmart Museum has an exhibit gallery, Spark Cafe Soda Fountain, and even a real Walton's 5&10. The museum is family friendly with interactive exhibits and activities.        
    
    
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                NW A Street, Bentonville, AR 
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            The Slaughter Pen Hollow Multi-Use Trail System provides access to a variety of BMX trails for riders of differing skill levels. The trails are located near a dog park and a local bike shop.        
    
    
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                400 South Walton Blvd., Bentonville, AR 72712
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            Built in 1875 by Colonel Samuel West Peel, the mansion and its historic gardens serve as a living display of that period. The garden is an outdoor museum of heritage roses, native plants, and many heirloom varieties of plants that are not usually seen anymore.        
    
    
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            With ice skating during the winter and water features during the summer, the Lawrence Plaza Ice Rink and Splash Park has activities for all year round. Refreshment stands are available in the park, including shaved ice.        
    
    
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            Featuring the work of local artist, Becky Christenson, ART showcases paintings, sculptures, and plaques for visitors to enjoy. The artists is well known for her ceramic pieces with the subject of nature.