Yes, the Beatles came to Arkansas in September 1964 and the city won't ever let that fact be…read moreforgotten. It was supposed to be a quiet vacation here for a couple of days but the secret got out and the entire city showed up to spot the most famous musicians. In remembrance of the events, the city created "Beatles Park" here and renamed the street to "Abbey Road" and there are cutouts and posters and sculptures and murals that commemorate the event. It's a quick, cheesy and campy stop and if you're anywhere near Walnut Ridge - look at a map, there's nothing near Walnut Ridge - you should stop in and check it out. And if you're going to be here in September, don't miss the annual Beatles Fest. [Review 19824 overall - round number 300 in Arkansas - 797 of 2023.]

The town of Walnut Ridge, Arkansas takes a brief Beatles moment that happened in that area very…read moreseriously, and probably for the right reasons. The Beatles stood on Arkansas soil for a brief moment (and that was the only time) during the height of American Beatlemania. The park is very interesting and cool, definitely a must for Beatle fans. Surprisingly, not a lot of them know this park exists. Historical markers talk about the event, as well as local rock and roll moments.

The Rice-Upshaw House located near Dalton is "the oldest known structure still standing in the…read morestate of Arkansas." They offer tours on Tuesdays during the summer that also include the Looney Tavern across the river. The house has been restored to the 1840 era and features a small stairway to the second level. The hand-hewn construction of this true log cabin is worth checking out when you are passing by Dalton.

This log building was built in 1833 and was used as an inn, tavern, and distillery. As much as…read more1,500 gallons of apple brandy were produced each year and there is a residue on the ceiling that is called the "angels' share." The craftmanship of the building is incredible and the methods used to connect the logs at the corner are worth noting. Tours are available on Tuesdays during the summer that also include the Rice-Upshaw House across the Eleven Point River. While driving through Dalton, you should check this out.

This place was so very disappointing! The food portions of decent at best food is small and the…read moreentertainment as amateur as you can get. I saw the pirate play( I forget the exact name) it was very hard to sit thru.

Excellent show. Definitely worth seeing. Great cast. Well worth the effort to go and spend a…read morerelaxing evening.

I grew up here I just love this little town.my kids seem to like it as well there is something that…read morehas always drug me back home

Johnny Cash's boyhood home is not far off of the highway in Dyess, Arkansas and as I was heading to…read morea business meeting in Blytheville, Arkansas, I had to stop and see where one of the most iconic singers of his time once called home (and in his heart would probably always consider home). I travel a lot in business and it is cool to come across these finds. If you ever find yourself in Dyess, Arkansas, I would recommend a visit here.

We're not ones to shy away from quirky tourist stops, and with limited options nearby, we made the…read moreone-hour trek to see Johnny Cash's boyhood home. Tucked in a rundown little town, the experience still felt worthwhile...and let's be honest, the town is definitely capitalizing on the legacy of The Man in Black. But something tells me Johnny wouldn't mind one bit. The visit starts in a modest welcome center with memorabilia and a short film. Then, in classic small-town style, you follow behind the guide in your car about two miles to the actual home. The house is small, simple, and humble, just as you'd imagine a Depression-era homestead to be. It's been lovingly restored and really does feel like a window into Johnny's early life. Afterward, you head back to town to explore another small exhibit focused on homesteading history and a bit more on Johnny himself. It was a perfectly fine way to spend the afternoon, especially if you're a Cash fan or enjoy a dose of Americana. Only disappointment? The t-shirts for sale were kind of blah. Come on, people...give us some merch worthy of an American legend.