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. El Dorado deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 February
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
El Dorado in February
Estimated hotel price
$106
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 (4,664 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,534 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,613 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,119 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (778 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (131 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,791 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (504 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (311 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,928 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (438 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 La Quinta Inn by Wyndham El Dorado.

Where to stay in popular areas of El Dorado

Most booked hotels in El Dorado

Comfort Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 248 reviews)
$99+
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham El Dorado
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 170 reviews)
$73+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, El Dorado, AR
2 stars
Good (7.8, 193 reviews)
$104+
Super 8 by Wyndham El Dorado
2 stars
Good (7.5, 30 reviews)
$57+
Americas Best Value Inn Smackover
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 3 reviews)
$61+
Econo Lodge Conference Center
2 stars
Okay (5, 23 reviews)
$67+

Renting a car in El Dorado

Renting a car in El Dorado costs $74 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in El Dorado is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Nissan Kicks or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in El Dorado costs $74 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in El Dorado is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Nissan Kicks or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.