Eureka Springs is a place like no other. If you’re intrigued and want to discover what Eureka Springs, AR is all about, this weekend itinerary is for you. Since Eureka Springs isn’t exactly kid-friendly, we’ve catered this itinerary for an adult getaway for 2.

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Where to Stay on a Weekend Trip to Eureka Springs

It’s not the cheapest place, but it sure will be a memorable stay. Make new memories in this century-old tiny house in Eureka Springs that was built in 1920. It sleeps 2, looks like a doll house, but it has full amenities, including:

• Full Bathroom with luxurious walk-in shower

• Fast Wifi

• Outdoor Patio

• Games

• 2 TVs

• Kitchenette

• Downtown Location

• Balcony (OMG!)

You can book a 2-night stay here for just over $500.

It’s incredible and has a 10/10 rating from nearly 100 fully satisfied guests who have enjoyed a weekend trip to Eureka Springs.

What to Do

Shopping

Downtown Eureka Springs has a seemingly endless line of unique shops to peruse. Even if you’re not looking to buy anything, just walking through this eclectic mix of shops is entertaining. Take a google streetview walk below to see what we mean…

Shopping in Historic Eureka Springs

If shopping isn’t your thing, there is one shop we do recommend you check out while you’re in town. East by West is the home of the working bunnies (these are real bunnies – you know the soft fuzzy animals). The first time I stopped in, I had no idea what was about to happen. When the cashier asked if I wanted to get my camera ready before he rang up my items, I was a little confused.

Stow away your newly purchased items in a beautiful sling backpack,

making shopping more pleasurable.

Go in there and find out what the surprise is when you check out! 

More shops that we liked downtown include:

• Earthbound Trading Co.
• Granny’s Place
• Packrat’s Paradise
• Crystal Waters
• The Ladybug Emporium

Haunted Tour

After a day of shopping, schedule your haunted tour at America’s most haunted hotel… the Crescent Hotel. You can schedule a tour between 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm for around $30/person. For those who really love getting spooked, you can even stay the night in this haunted hotel for a premium price upwards of $265/night. Find out more about paranormal tourist activities in Eureka Springs by checking out our post.

Looking for more to do in Eureka Springs? 

Check out the big cats at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge

Keep your tootsies happy while you shop with our favorite comfy walking shoes.

Where to Eat

Here are some of our top picks for places to eat in Eureka Springs:

For Breakfast: Grab a Chef’s Omelette or Lilah Burrito for breakfast at Nibbles Eatery. 

For Lunch: Wood-fired pizza and BBQ at The Rockin’ Pig or sit down for a meal at the historic Basin Park Hotel restaurant. Don’t forget to check out the game room down the hall after your meal.

For Dinner: Sit down for a steak dinner at Gaskins Cabin Steakhouse