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Buckstaff Bathhouse, Hot Springs, AR
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Buckstaff Bathhouse

509 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901 · Hot Springs, AR

Why you should go…

The Buckstaff Bathhouse has operated continuously on Hot Springs National Park's historic Bathhouse Row since 1912, the only bathhouse there to do so without interruption. It offers traditional thermal mineral baths using the area's natural hot spring water, along with Swedish massages, sitz baths, vapor cabinets and needle showers. The building retains its original marble interiors and vintage fixtures, and swimsuits are not required since linens and supplies are provided.

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Good to know

General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Buckstaff Bathhouse, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Tours
    Family Favorite

    National Park Duck Tours

    $25–$50

    A 75-minute amphibious DUKW ride that rolls past Bathhouse Row in downtown Hot Springs, then splashes into Lake Hamilton to circle St. John's Island.

    Right next doorSwitch it up: Tours

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Bathhouse Row

    Free

    Stroll past eight historic bathhouses in Hot Springs National Park, two of which still offer thermal baths.

    Right next doorSwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Tours
    Local Gem

    Hot Springs Trolleys

    Under $25

    A narrated 90-minute trolley tour through downtown Hot Springs and up into the mountains of the national park.

    Steps awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Attractions
    Quirky Fun

    Machine Gun Grotto

    $25–$50

    An indoor basement firing range in downtown Hot Springs where you can rent and fire machine guns alongside the Mountain Valley Armory shop.

    0.4 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    TNT Fun Play

    Under $25

    Indoor playcenter in Hot Springs with a jungle gym, ball pit, trampolines and a small arcade for young kids.

    0.6 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
    Quirky Fun

    A Narrow Escape

    Under $25

    A downtown Hot Springs escape room center with nine themed puzzle rooms for groups up to eight.

    0.6 mi awayMore like this