El Dorado travel guide

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You're Going to Love El Dorado

With a population of 18,884, El Dorado is a must-see destination in Arkansas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything El Dorado has to offer.

Where to Eat in El Dorado

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Griffin Restaurant - Murphy Arts District (101 E. Locust St.) and Mad House Restaurant (101 E Locust St) are great picks.

When to visit El Dorado

El Dorado in June
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
El Dorado in June
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to El Dorado in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 5.4″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in El Dorado, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

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How to Get to El Dorado

Plane

When flying to El Dorado, you’ll arrive at El Dorado Goodwin Field (ELD), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to El Dorado departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 52m.

Plane

When flying to El Dorado, you’ll arrive at El Dorado Goodwin Field (ELD), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to El Dorado departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 52m.

Airports near El Dorado

Airlines serving El Dorado

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,415 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (201 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (734 reviews)
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Where to stay in El Dorado

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn El Dorado and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, El Dorado, AR.

Where to stay in popular areas of El Dorado

Most booked hotels in El Dorado

Comfort Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 271 reviews)
$93+
Candlewood Suites El Dorado
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 112 reviews)
$125+
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham El Dorado
2 stars
Excellent (8, 205 reviews)
$90+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, El Dorado, AR
2 stars
Good (7.6, 311 reviews)
$112+
Americas Best Value Inn Smackover
2 stars
Good (7.5, 35 reviews)
$61+
Super 8 by Wyndham El Dorado
2 stars
Good (7, 86 reviews)
$67+

Renting a car in El Dorado

Renting a car in El Dorado costs $95 per day, on average, or $286 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in El Dorado (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in El Dorado costs $95 per day, on average, or $286 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in El Dorado (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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