4 days in Hot Springs Itinerary

Set deep in the Ouachita Mountains, the city of Hot Springs almost completely surrounds the national park of the same name.

Get out of town with these interesting Hot Springs side-trips: Little Rock (Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site, William J. Clinton Presidential Library, &more). There's lots more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Garvan Woodland Gardens, contemplate the long history of Fordyce Bathhouse, kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and pause for some serene contemplation at Anthony Chapel.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Hot Springs day trip planning tool.

In May in Hot Springs, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 60°F at night.