From the oldest state capital west of the Mississippi and the nation’s only diamond mines, to historic Civil War sites and beautiful state parks and national forests, Arkansas - the “Natural State” - is a wonderful destination for all your travels and adventures.
Here are some exciting attractions near our hotel:
Alltel Arena - Situated on the banks of the Arkansas River in North Little Rock, the Alltel Arena is a 370,000-square-foot entertainment, sports and convention venue with a seating capacity of 18,000 and 28,000 square feet of meeting space. The crown jewel of Little Rock, Alltel presents an array of exciting concerts, sports events, shows, meetings, banquets, conventions and exhibitions. Visit
www.alltelarena.com.
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Little Rock – Little Rock, AR is a vibrant, historic city with charming neighborhoods, interactive museums, art galleries, scenic parks, picturesque river walks, Civil War sites, live theater, an eclectic nightlife, sporting events, concerts, performing arts, festivals, and exciting attractions, including
Clinton Presidential Center and Park, Alltel Arena, Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, and
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site - a major U.S.
Civil Rights landmark. Discover the origins of Arkansas at the
Old State House Museum, the oldest surviving capitol building west of the Mississippi. Enjoy a picturesque drive through the historic Quapaw Quarter and see
Villa Marre, or ride on a beautifully restored 1950's
riverboat. Check out Downtown’s River Market District with its local live music, hip eateries, shops and art galleries.
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Arkansas Symphony Orchestra - Whether you love the
classics,
pops or
chamber music, Arkansas Symphony Orchestra performs exceptional music with nationally and internationally renowned guest performers. The symphony presents 12 classical concerts, four Pops Live programs, and a chamber orchestra series during its 9-month season. Regular performances are held at Robinson Center Music Hall, and chamber concerts are performed at Trinity United Methodist Church and Stella Boyle Smith Recital Hall at the University of Arkansas - Little Rock. Visit
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Old State House Museum - Located in the oldest surviving state capitol west of the Mississippi River, this Little Rock museum is a National Historic Landmark. This magnificent Greek Revival building houses a multimedia museum of Arkansas history, women’s history, and political history. The museum also features a heralded collection of Civil War battle flags, inaugural gowns of governors’ wives, Arkansas art pottery, and African-American quilts. Visit
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Clinton Presidential Center and Park - Set in a 28-acre city park on the banks of the Arkansas River in the River Market District of Little Rock, America's 12th Presidential Library contains the largest collection of presidential papers and artifacts in U.S. history and replicas of the Oval Office and Cabinet Room. Enjoy lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch at Café 42, which features an eclectic menu and dishes from recipes from the Clinton Center Cookbook. The University of Arkansas’ Clinton School of Public Service is set within the park in the renovated 1899 Choctaw Station. Visit
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Arkansas State Capitol - Modeled after the United States Capitol, this striking Neoclassical building in downtown Little Rock has served as the state’s seat of government since 1915. Guided and self-guided tours reveal the Capitol’s limestone exterior and interior’s beautiful marble and six solid brass doors from Tiffany’s New York and estimated to be worth $250,000. Visit
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War Memorial Stadium - Dedicated in September 1948 to honor the 4,634 Arkansans that lost their lives during World War I and World War II, War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock is a 53, 727-seat football stadium and part-time home field for the University of Arkansas Razorbacks football team. The historic stadium also hosts football games involving Arkansas State University, University of Central Arkansas, and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and presents many blockbuster concerts and large-venue events.
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Arkansas Arts Center - Located in Little Rock’s MacArthur Park, the Arkansas Arts Center features a world-acclaimed collection of drawings and artworks from the Renaissance to the present. The Center houses art exhibitions in its seven galleries, Best Impressions restaurant and a museum gift shop. The renovated Center also includes the Arkansas Museum of Art, Museum School, and the Children’s Theatre. Visit
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River Market District –Little Rock’s trendy River Market District is lined with shops, art galleries, restaurants bars and a farmers market. Ottenheimer Market Hall features local merchants with wonderful specialties such as pastries, coffee, gourmet foods and fresh flowers. Bordered by Riverfront Park and the Arkansas River, the area is home to the Clinton Presidential Center and Library, River Rail Trolley, Heifer Project International Headquarters, and Global Village. Visit
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Little Rock Zoo - An Arkansas treasure, Little Rock Zoo features 725 animals - mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians - representing 20 species, many endangered. The 40-acre zoological garden offers exotic worlds to explore, including the Giraffe Exhibit, Reptile House, Spider Monkey, Children’s Farm and Lemur Island. Experience the majesty of elephants and rhinos, or the powerful beauty of lions, tigers and jaguars in the
Big Cat Habitat. Throughout the tree-shaded grounds, you will find a petting zoo, scenic train rides,
Safari Trader Gift Shop, and the
Safari Terrace Café. Check out the shows in the
Civitan Amphitheater or stop by the
Kiwanis Kid's Corner to enjoy the playground and animal presentations. Visit
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