Guided Tours

Exterior view of the Fordyce Bathhouse, a tan and white brick structure with a red tile roof and green stained glass awning over the front porch. — The Fordyce Bathhouse is Hot Springs National Park's Visitor Center and Historic Museum.
NPS Photo/M. Smith

Self-guided Fordyce Bathhouse Tour

In 1915, reviews proclaimed the Fordyce Bathhouse as the best in Hot Springs. Now you can tour the Fordyce at your own pace and see the splendor of the most luxurious bathhouse on the row. Reservations for individual visitors are not needed.

Left and right stone staircases with a water fountain in the middle, leading up to the grand promenade — The Grand Promenade offers a place for a relaxing walk and places to view the hot springs.
NPS Photo/M. Smith

Ranger-led Programs

Ranger programs are offered seasonally from May - October and are subject to change pending staff availability and weather conditions. Please call the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center for the most up-to-date schedule: (501) 620-6715.

Ranger Guided Walks - Join a ranger for a 45-minute guided outdoor walk along a paved surface. Themes vary from ranger to ranger.
Indoor Tours - Join a ranger for a 20-30-minute program inside of the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center. Themes vary from ranger to ranger.
Junior Ranger Programs - Join a ranger for a 30-minute hands-on activity! Activities and themes vary from ranger to ranger.

Please note: All programs are subject to staff availability and weather. Summers in Hot Springs are hot and humid. All programs will be cancelled if the heat index is 100 or greater at the start of the program.
Check out our calendar for an up-to-date program schedule.

Cell Phone Tour

No ranger? No problem! With the self-guided cell phone tour throughout the park, your phone can become your private tour guide.

Locations 1-7 are on Bathhouse Row, 8 on the North Mountain Loop, 9 at Gulpha Gorge Campground, and 10-11 on West Mountain.