Batesville Arkansas, on the banks of the White River in the eastern Ozark foothills, is one of the state's oldest towns. A busy trade center since the very early 1800s, it continues today as popular travel crossroads. With two national historic districts, Batesville boasts handsome examples of architecture covering every decade since the 1840s. Best Western has one hotel in Batesville.
Things to do in Batesville
Batesville Confederate Monument
The Monument features a list of some of the Independence County units that served in the war. Located on the Lawn of the Independence County Courthouse. Lodging at the Best Western Scenic Motor Inn in Batesville is close by. Call 870-793-2378 for more information.
192 East Main, Batesville, AR
Batesville Historic Commercial District
The state's second oldest city, settled in 1812. The Historic Commercial District offers a glimpse into the city's past. Lodging is nearby at the Best Western Scenic Motor Inn in Batesville. Call 870-793-2121 for more information.
Batesville Municipal Golf Course
1850 Chaney Drive, Batesville, AR 72501
Batesville Speedway
Racing modifieds, super stocks, hobbies, super stars and front-wheel drives on Friday nights at 8 p.m. Season runs from March until early October on a three-eighths mile dirt oval. Located 7 miles west of Batesville AR. Lodging at the Best Western Scenic Motor Inn is not far away. Call 870-251-1200 for more information.
Bethel AME Church - Batesville
The Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church is the oldest church structure in town and is listed on the National Register. Lodging is nearby at the Best Western Scenic Motor Inn in Batesville. Call 870-793-5590 for more information.
889 Oak Street, Batesville, AR
Lyon College Holloway Theatre - Batesville
This is a state of the art facility for collegiate theatre productions and the study of the theatre arts. Located at Highland and 22nd Streets. Best Western Scenic Motor Inn lodging is nearby. Call 870-793-9813 for more information.
Lyon College Kresge gallery - Batesville
The gallery hosts exhibits by the students at the oldest independent college in the state. Located at Highland and 22nd Street in Batesville Ark. Lodging at the Best Western Scenic in is nearby. Call 870-793-9813 for more information.
Old Independence Regional Museum - Batesville
Featuring historical exhibits and research materials from 12 counties that comprised the original 1820 Independence County. Active program of temporary exhibits and special events year round; housed in a former National Guard Armory built as WPA Project in 1936; constructed of locally-quarried sandstone. Located at Ninth & Vine Streets in Batesville. Lodging at the Best Western Scenic Motor Inn is nearby. Call 870-793-2121 for more information.