Mystic Caverns

43.5 mi

Stayed at Joe's Bluewater Bungalow. He and his wife run a discounted tour/guide service - they are…read morefast, courteous, informed, and helpful. Strongly recommend.

From the owner: We are a local tour guide service and inbound tour operator for Branson, Missouri, Eureka Springs…read moreand Bentonville, Arkansas. As a 5th generation native of the Ozarks, and someone who has been helping groups and families with planning their itineraries and then showing them and telling them all about this area, we are well qualified to help you make your next visit to this area the best visit!

War Eagle Cavern

4.6

(44 reviews)

45.0 mi

Fabulous tour guide who not only walked backwards most of the tour but was very knowledgeable. The…read morecavern is beautiful and a nice cool temperature on a hot day...if wearing glasses, be prepared for your glasses to fog up as you're leaving! Loved the gift shop! The cashier was friendly and helpful.

We had a really nice time, Jeffrey was a fantastic tour guide. One of the easier walking caverns…read morewe have done.

The view from the entrance of the cavern.

Hunk of quartz

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Inside the cavern

Eureka Rocket

39.2 mi

We took the "ghost tour". It was a 90-minute golf cart ride through Eureka Springs with…read moreentertaining stories from the owner, David, throughout. There were about 8-10 stops; all were short. You could usually get the gist from staying inside the tram. We only got out twice (at Grotto Spring - you really should). With the small groups that fit in a golf cart - he engages everyone - he answers all questions. And, he has a small dog named Butter that comes along that you can have fun with or ignore. He made it really fun.

On an RV trip we stumbled on Eureka Springs, what a beautiful town! We decided to take a tour of…read morethe town and booked Eureka Rocket. Wow, that was the absolute best way to see the town. The Rocket man and his sidekick Butter gave us the best tour ever and gave us a better appreciation for the town and its history. In our opinion thats the best 5 star private tour around.

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Eureka Springs Tram Tours

4.6

(23 reviews)

39.4 mi

This was a fun and interesting tour of Eureka Springs. We actually went back to 3 locations we…read morelearned about while in the tour. At good way to spend 90 minutes for only $20.

We loved this tour. The only negative was the heat and humidity. Some fans on the team would have…read morebeen awesome but we all survived. Our tour guide was really knowledgeable. He knew tons of interesting facts about lots of the old buildings. Very interesting. We got to get off the tram at the Catholic Church and go inside. It was beautiful. I highly recommend going on this tour. I wish we had gone the first day we were here. We saw several things we would have liked to go tour if we had the time.

The back of the Crescent Hotel. It was a hospital and a girls school years ago. Very interesting history.

Harding Spring

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The church

Bonniebrook Home & Museum

4.7

(3 reviews)

45.4 mi

Rose O'Neill is one of my hero's. I've been to Bonniebrook twice, and both times the staff were…read moreextremely sweet, talkative, and accommodating. The first time I went was with my husband and son. We took a guided tour of the home and I was thrilled with the knowledge of our guide and experience in general. The second time I went I was alone. I honesty was on a trip to southern Missouri and wanted to take a small hike on the trail and pick up some prints. They carry prints of Rose's fine art that can't be found anywhere else. I had a lovely hike through the woods and was able to take home some of these very rare prints. I can't thank the Bonniebrook society enough. Thank you for keeping Rose's legacy alive.

This hidden gem is a must see for anyone visiting the Branson area. Rose O'Neill was a titan of her…read moretime, with countless accomplishments that include illustrator, artist, sculptor, author, suffragist, and poet. Learning about her legacy is a valuable lesson in history that is not to be missed.

Sculpture in the front lawn and house.

Fairy garden.

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AIRO

4.3

(11 reviews)

36.9 mi

What an adventure!! Professional, courteous, knowledgeable!! We felt safe the whole time!!!! Our…read morepilot was excellent!!! We wish we would have purchased the longer ride and enjoyed more time in the sky!!!! (We purchased the 8 mile package) we genuinely cannot wait to return to Branson and fly again!!!!! Thank you AIRO!!

My husband and I scheduled a 5:00 pm Lake and Dam tour for our 3 year wedding anniversary. We…read morearrived 15 minutes early to check in. The staff was super friendly and gave us a quick safety run through for the ride. We then loaded into the helicopter with the help of the staff. The pilot and passengers are able to communicate via headset while flying, and the pilot gave a great tour of the Branson strip, and Table Rock Lake and Dam. The flight was smooth and the views were exceptional! It was the perfect way to celebrate our anniversary while seeing the beauty of Branson from above. A truly unique experience, we highly recommend taking a flight on your next trip.

Camron and Lee McAhren, owners of AIRO

Family fun!

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Faith, Family and Country Heritage Museum

41.2 mi

Our church group met at The Heritage Museum in Branson West for a tour of this unique one of a kind…read moreMUSEUM. The founder of the museum, Jim Zbick was our tour guide, Jim told us his story of how he came to curate this interesting museum. Based on Jim's personal ties to FAITH, FAMILY, AND COUNTRY, you will be fascinated to see relics and displays dating back to the Revolutionary, and Civil Wars as well as World Wars 1 and 2. Surprises were Jim's extensive collection of Baseball memorabilia and his new displays of space travel and the Holocaust. All of this, along with Jim's historical knowledge and hospitality, made for a very interesting outing and time well spent for our group. Several of us said we would like to return and spend more time studying and examining the displays more closely. Thank you Jim for sharing your expertise and interest in historical events that have been so instrumental in our lives. ALL THIS AND IT WAS FREE TOO! (Donations appreciated for Jim's chosen charities.)

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Peel Museum & Botanical Garden

4.8

(10 reviews)

63.4 mi

Great free tours! I love the cool after hour events that are FREE! Events for the entire family!read more

Had fun! Free guided and self guided tours. The grounds are beautiful. I really enjoyed my time.read more

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Big Bang Tours

39.4 mi

A must-do in Eureka Springs. Loved hearing stories about the history and architecture. Our guide…read moreAlex was the BEST! Highly recommend! She was very knowledgeable on the history and even put some laughter in the stories. A great and enjoyable experience. I will definitely return again and brings friends.

Beautiful Downtown Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Historic walking tour of Victorian homes with back-stories, unknown even to locals, of the founders of Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

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Stroll along "The Boulevard" where the founders built their Victorian cottages.

Carry Nation Home Hatchet Hall

3.0

39.0 mi

I was in the area and decided to try my luck venturing over to the Carry Nation House, Hatchet…read moreHall. During the Temperance movement and before the Prohibition Era she was known to go to taverns and break up the alcohol and beer kegs by way of an ax. The area her home is in is really quaint and I loved all of the eccentric cottages along the winding road. The house was not open and I didn't see anywhere to park. I parked off up the road and walked back to view the house. The house is right on top of the street and the back of the house has a drop off a cliff of some sorts. I'm glad I stopped by, but wish I could have explored further.

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Hampton Inn Harrison

It's a Hampton so it's as expected but the beds were super comfortable and the breakfast was midread more

Had so much fun. Wish I didn't have to leave. Everyone was amazing! Food fabulous. And special…read moreKUDOs to "Jay" whom went beyond his regular duty to make sure I knew all great places to visit & eat at. Please give Jay "BONUS" he more than deserves it. All the way! He is main reason I decided to leave feedback. He more than deserves at least great feedback on his outstanding job well done!!

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrison

Stayed one night at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrison while visiting family in the area,…read moreand this was a very solid stay. The room was clean and had some nice features. I especially appreciated that the outlets were located in convenient places around the room, which makes a difference when traveling with phones, chargers, and devices. The air conditioning worked very well and kept the room comfortable all night. The common areas were also clean and well maintained. The lobby had a welcoming feel, the indoor pool area was bright and inviting, and the breakfast area was organized and easy to use. Breakfast was decent, and I was pleasantly surprised to see they offered a turkey sausage patty in addition to the regular breakfast items. One thing worth noting is that they no longer keep coffee makers in every room as part of their sustainability policy. Instead, they offer fresh coffee in the lobby 24 hours a day. It means a little extra walking, but the sign explained that it is part of their effort to reduce single-use waste, which I can appreciate. Also, the front desk can provide a coffee maker if requested. The only minor issue was that the downstairs beverage machine did not have a water option because that feature was broken during our stay. Overall, this was a clean, comfortable, and dependable overnight stop, and I would definitely stay here again. 117 Highway 43 E Harrison, AR 72601

The staff was very friendly with providing more towels for my family, my dog, and I. The rooms were…read moreclean and the breakfast was hot with lots of variety.

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Harrison Welcome Area

3.3

(3 reviews)

11.7 mi

Driving, driving, driving. And now, time for a break. This rest area is just north of Harrison…read morewhere US-65, US-62 and US-412 converge. Super convenient stop, with a turning lane from the other side of the road. The rest area building has restrooms and a great collection of brochures and information about local attractions in Arkansas and nearby hotels and accommodations. If there's a wifi, I wasn't able to connect to it. Picnic tables near the parking area are great for an opportunity to get a little bit of nature. While the sign says "No overnight camping," that is not the same as no overnight parking. There is no time limit posted. The parking area isn't completely level, which may be a challenge for some. [Review 19812 overall - 288 in Arkansas - 785 of 2023.]

Very informative, helpful, courteous staff. Lots of pamphlets and knowledgeable people to help you…read morewith your questions regarding the areas in Arkansas. Clean restrooms, snack machines, complimentary coffee, and dog walking area. Large parking for oversized vehicles and RV.

Harrison Welcome Area

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Harrison Welcome Area

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Mystic caverns is closed. I saw online that they were opening in May 2022 but that was not true.

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