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.

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
C$ 146
1 night at 3-star hotel
El Dorado in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 146
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to El Dorado in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 6 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 136 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in El Dorado, with an average rainfall of 73 mm.

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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 centre

Plane

When flying to El Dorado, you’ll arrive at El Dorado Goodwin Field (ELD), which is located 9 miles from the city centre

Airports near El Dorado

Airlines serving El Dorado

Lufthansa
Good (4,670 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,937 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,483 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (816 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (774 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (132 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,795 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (509 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (309 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,929 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (441 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 Super 8 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, Excellent reviews)
C$ 136+
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham El Dorado
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 135+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, El Dorado, AR
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 146+
Super 8 by Wyndham El Dorado
2 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 102+
Econo Lodge Conference Center
2 stars
Okay (5, Okay reviews)
C$ 92+

Renting a car in El Dorado

Expect to pay C$ 1.43 per litre 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 C$ 17.15 and C$ 22.87. 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, 12% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.43 per litre 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 C$ 17.15 and C$ 22.87. 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, 12% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.