Population:

Little Rock: 184,055
Little Rock/North Little Rock Metro Area: 580,625

Time Zone:

Central

Climate:

Summer high temperatures soar into the 90s, cooling into the 70s in the evenings. Spring and fall high temperatures are in the 70s, with lows in the 40s and 50s. Rainfall is most prevalent between April and June. Mild winter temperatures top out in the 40s, with lows in the 30s. Snowfall of a few inches or more is possible between December and February.

Airport:

Little Rock National Airport (LIT)
One Airport Drive
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-372-3439

Rail:

Amtrak
800-USA-RAIL

Bus:

Greyhound
800-231-2222

Getting Around Little Rock:

The River Rail
Electric Trolley
501-374-5354

City Bus
501-375-1163

Metropolitan Area Express (MAX)
Mini Bus
501-375-1163

Links Paratransit Service
Passengers with Disabilities
501-375-9607

Taxis:

Black, White, & Yellow Cabs
501-570-9999

A Ride To Work
501-786-0496

MEMS
501-301-1400

Visitor Information:

Little Rock Visitor Information Center at Historic Curran Hall
615 E. Capitol Ave.
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-371-0075

Dining:

Boscos
500 President Clinton Ave.
Little Rock, AR 72201
501-907-1881

Boscos is an elegant yet casual restaurant and bar located in Little Rock’s River Market District. Wood-fired pizzas top Boscos’ menu, but salads, sandwiches, pasta and many traditional entrees are available as well. Be sure to enjoy a handcrafted beer with your meal, and take a tour of the onsite brewery.

The Purple Cow
8026 Cantrell Road
Little Rock, AR 72227
501-221-3555

The Purple Cow is a 1950s style diner, complete with a soda fountain serving old-fashioned treats. Enjoy comfort food here in the form of burgers, chili, platter specials and hand-dipped shakes.

Whole Hog Café
2516 Cantrell Rd.
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-664-5025

Try their blue ribbon winning BBQ back ribs and the classic pulled pork shoulder. They have a “six pack” of sauces for every taste. This world champion barbecue is well worth the visit!

The Butcher Shop Steak House
10925 Hermitage Rd.
Little Rock, AR 72211
501-312-2748

Visit the home of the best steaks and prime rib in Arkansas! You can even cook your own steak if you are feeling adventurous!

Nightlife:

Midtown Billiards
1316 S. Main Street
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-372-9990

Not ready to go to bed yet? This is the local favorite after hours hangouts. Play some pool and get one of the best burgers in town.

Electric Cowboy
9515 Hwy I-30
Little Rock, AR 72209
501-562-6000

Dance, drink, dance! Oh..and ride the mechanical bull before you leave! A local hotspot where they play a wide variety of music, have drink specials, cheap cover charge, a karaoke night, shot specials, and more! This is the biggest party in town on Friday and Saturday nights.

Sticky Fingerz Rock ‘n’ Roll Chicken Shack
107 S. Commerce Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
501-372-7707

This is one of Little Rock’s hottest and most popular live music venues playing rock, blues, and funk and the dance floor is usually hopping. Put on your happy feet and get ready to hit the dance floor with the crowds.

The Loony Bin Comedy Club
10301 N. Rodney Parham Rd.
Little Rock, AR 72227
501-228-5555

Experience sidesplitting laughter while you catch the up and coming comedians. Open Wednesday through Saturday.

Cajun’s Wharf
2400 Cantrell Drive
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-375-5351

Enjoy the jazz, the blues or one of the well-known regional bands as you sit on the outdoor deck and watch the sunset.

Juanita’s Cantina
1300 South Main Street
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-372-1228

You might get a peak at former President Clinton at this location. Juanita’s host local and regional music acts that perform a variety of music including, reggae, rock and blues and serves your favorite drink from the full bar.

The Afterthought
2721 Kavanaugh Blvd.
Little Rock, AR 722105
501-663-1196

This may be the oldest local bar, but it brings in the best live music every night ranging from jazz to reggae.

Vino’s
923 West 7th
Little Rock, AR 72201
510-375-8466

Join the locals, grab and original brew and listen to the up and coming bands.

Ernie Biggs Dueling Piano Bar
307 Clinton Ave.
Little Rock, AR
501-372-4782

This is a great time! Pianist from across the country come and play for you. Request a song and they will play it. Singing along is encouraged; this is sure to be a wild piano adventure.