Dear Fellow Vacation Fun Seeker,
 
In the fall of 2018, I made my first trip to Little Rock, Arkansas. Boy, was I surprised at how clean the city was (and is). Lots of green spaces to explore, plenary of cool museums and more than 500 restaurants. It was a fantastic trip!
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Sincerely, 
​Erik

Beyond Your Backyard: Little Rock Part 1
Season 2 Episode 2 | 25m 26s
Erik explores the capital of Arkansas in this episode of Beyond Your Backyard. Diversity in unique neighborhoods, a thriving downtown district and outdoor recreation are all part of the fun. He learns more about the Clinton Presidential Center, the significance of the “Little Rock Nine”, takes a pottery class, samples farm-to-glass spirits and learns how to make a succulent pork chop recipe.

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Beyond Your Backyard: Little Rock Part 2
Season 2 Episode 7 | 25m 44s

Erik returns to the capital of Arkansas in this episode of Beyond Your Backyard. Diversity in unique neighborhoods, a thriving downtown district and outdoor recreation are all part of the fun. He learns the significance of the “Little Rock Nine”, tours a WW2 submarine, visits a museum dedicated to the contents of a lady's purse, and learns more about the farm-to-table culinary scene. ​

LITTLE ROCK VIDEOS

LITTLE ROCK - A LITTLE LIGHT READING

 

FAST FACTS
​Destination Name:  Little Rock
State: Arkansas
​Closest Major Airport(s): LIT

Time Zone: Central
Currency: US Dollar
Continent: North America​
Country: USA
Primary Language: English

 

TRANSPORTATION
​Location: Little Rock is located on the south bank of the Arkansas River in Central Arkansas. The western part of the city is located in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. Northwest of the city limits are Pinnacle Mountain and Lake Maumelle, which provides Little Rock's drinking water.

Air: Clinton National Airport (LIT) .  

Car: The city does have a public transportation system, as well as taxis and Uber, but renting a car will make your stay more flexible. getting around downtown is easy on the trolley.

Cruise: N/A 

Train: Amtrak has a station at Little Rock Union Station. 

 

THE WEATHER
Little Rock is a four-season destination.

The Southern climate means that summers are typically hot and humid, and winters are usually cool, but not cold. Although temps can dip below freezing at times, there isn't usually much snow.   ​

Video: Erik's Travel Tip No. 167: What To Do When it Rains

 

WHERE TO STAY
The Capital Hotel
​Little Rock Marriott

 

WHERE TO EAT & DRINK
Root Cafe
111 (at the Capital Hotel)
Doe’s
Lost 40 Distillery
Capital Bar & Grill

 

HELPFUL LINKS
Most destinations in the U.S. have an official tourism bureau. Learn more by watching this video. In addition, here are links to the official bureaus for this destination, the state and the USA. 
Erik's Arkansas Page
Official Little Rock Tourism Bureau
Official State Tourism Bureau Site
Official USA Tourism Site

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​Erik ​