The entire town is built into the side of two opposing hills and it is a very vertical city. In this town of about 3000 there must be 2500 hotel and bed and breakfast rooms available. It is definitely a tourist spot, but fortunately I hit the city before the height of the travel season. Many of the buildings date back to the turn of the century and a very lively and robust historic society has painstakingly preserved many sites and buildings.
There are numerous stores and art galleries in the towns vibrant shopping district. You can buy one of a kind fine art, Harley-Davidson Leathers, hand-made chocolates, organic clothing, fine jewelry, rare minerals, cheap t-shirts, Native American wares, and confederate memorabilia all on bustling and vertical Spring Street.
The town is bursting at the seams with gardens, grottos, springs, and flowers right now. The many, many tulip gardens were very nice and the quaint, Victorian style homes add a very romantic touch to the city. There are numerous wedding chapels and I think it must be the place to elope for many a Oklahoman, Arkansan, or Missourite. Check out the video to see some of Eureka Springs' many attractions.
All in all, Eureka Springs is a jewel of a town and definitely worth a visit if you are nearby.
