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Before you go
Your trip to Little Rock.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Little Rock – Arkansas Destination Hot Springs and Little Rock Capital
How to get there
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Clinton National Airport (LIT) 6 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
LIT airport is about 6 km east of downtown, served by taxis, ride‑hailing apps, and rental cars. Interstates I‑30 and I‑40 intersect in the city; Memphis is about a two‑and‑a‑half hour drive, and Dallas about five hours.
How many days
One day for Central High School, the Clinton Center, and the River Market. With two days, you can add the old state capitol, the Big Dam Bridge, and a walk along the river trail.
When to go
Spring and autumn are best for riverside walks. In summer, the humid heat calls for outings early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
In downtown and the River Market, no: the Clinton Center and the old capitol are within walking distance, and a streetcar connects downtown to North Little Rock. For Central High and the Big Dam Bridge, use a car, taxi, or ride‑hail. Drive on the right.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Little Rock
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Morning
Central High School
Start at the Central High School visitor center and, with a reservation, take the guided tour of the school.
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Afternoon
Arkansas River
Visit the Clinton Presidential Center and the old state capitol and walk through the River Market to the riverfront.
2 days in Little Rock
Day 2
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Morning
Big Dam Bridge
Cross the Big Dam Bridge on foot or by bike and follow a stretch of the Arkansas River trail.
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Afternoon
Toward Hot Springs
Head to Hot Springs, about an hour away, to reach Bathhouse Row in the late afternoon.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in Little Rock?
Visit Central High School, the Clinton Presidential Center, and the old state capitol; walk the River Market and cross the Arkansas River on pedestrian bridges such as the Big Dam Bridge.
Why is the city called Little Rock?
Because of a small rock outcrop on the bank of the Arkansas River, used as a landmark by French explorers in the 18th century. The site is in a downtown park.
What is Little Rock’s River Market?
The riverside neighborhood downtown, with a covered market, restaurants, bars, and Riverfront Park. From there you can walk to the Clinton Center.
What time zone is Little Rock in?
UTC−6 in winter and UTC−5 in daylight saving time, from March to November.