Little Rock is the state’s capital city and the largest city in Arkansas. Follow this guide to spending two days in Little Rock.
Renting an RV ensures you get a good night’s sleep while exploring this Deep South city. They are also terrific places to fix your meals. Many come loaded with all the amenities you would find at home. Others have room to haul your favorite toys, like jet skis to ride on the Arkansas River and ATVs to explore Pinnacle Mountain.
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Preparing for Your Little Rock, Arkansas RV Trip
There are many RVs and trailers of different sizes available through RVshare.com. Some you can drive while others are towable. RVs come in many sizes from drivable campervans that are ideal for couples to large RVs that easily sleep 10 people.
If you have never gone RVing, learn more about the process:
• A Step by Step Guide to Renting an RV with RVshare
• Convenient RV Rental Delivery: Bringing the Adventure to You
• What Happens After I Book My RV?
There is no shortage of perfect campgrounds in Little Rock. Some top-rated choices are Downtown Riverside RV Park, Maumelle Pak Campground and Little Rock North / Jct. I-40 KOA Journey.
Find other campground options in our comprehensive list of top-rated campgrounds in Little Rock.
Day 1: Exploring Little Rock’s Historic Side
Morning: See the Rock That Little Rock Is Named After
Start your day at Julius Breckling Riverfront Park, where you can enjoy gorgeous views of the Arkansas River. You can also view the rock, which once stood about 18 feet tall, that gives this city its name. This urban park also has walking trails, a history pavilion with interpretative panels and a playground.
Lunch: Dine at Rosie’s Pot and Kettle Cafe
Rosie’s Pot and Kettle Cafe is the perfect lunch spot. Three women banded together to open this restaurant, and they decided to name it after Rosie the Riveter of World War II fame. While you can get fresh salads and tasty sandwiches at this restaurant, they also serve a hearty daily special.
Afternoon: Explore MacArthur Park
After lunch, head to MacArthur Park. This park is the oldest public park in the city, and it includes the Tower Building of the Little Rock Arsenal, where General Douglas MacArthur was born. Learn about the state’s military history at the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History. This park is also home to the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, Firehouse Hostel & Museum, AIDS Memorial, Korean War Memorial and Foster Pond.
Setting Up Camp
Late afternoon is the perfect time to check into a Little Rock campground. After leveling the trailer, if necessary, hook up the hoses for your temporary home. On RVshare.com, you can also search for RVs that will be delivered to your campsite and set up for you by their owners.
Dinner: Enjoy a Show With Dinner at White Water Tavern
Since the 1970s, country music fans have been flocking to White Water Tavern to catch their weekend shows while dining on juicy steaks and drinking a cold beer. Note that this venue is for those over 21, and you should always drink responsibly. If you have children, consider cooking over a campfire at your campground.
Day 2: Explore What Makes Little Rock Unique
Morning: Hear the Lions Roar at the Little Rock Zoo
Over 7,000 animals live at the Little Rock Zoo, so spend a morning listening to the lions roaring and laughing at the penguins’ antics. You can also ride on the over-the-jump antique carousel, the last fully functional one of its types worldwide. In addition, ride the Arkansas Diamond Express Train as it toots its way around the zoo.
Lunch: All Aboard Restaurant & Grill Where the Food Is Delivered by Toy Trains
Grab a quick bite to eat at All Aboard Restaurant & Grill, where a complex railroad track system allows toy trains to deliver your hamburgers, pitas, chicken sandwiches and drinks. Do not leave without trying their chocolate chip cookies.
Afternoon: See Little Rock’s Tragic Side
Learn more about the Little Rock Nine and the struggle they faced as students while integrating schools by visiting the Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site. Make a reservation at least two months before joining a park ranger on a walking site tour. Otherwise, explore the visitor’s center, where many interpretative displays exist.
Dinner: Enjoy a Gourmet Meal at Allsopp & Chapple
Since you should have a little extra time this afternoon, consider getting dressed up and heading to Allsopp & Chapple for dinner. This restaurant is in the historic Rose building, which workers constructed about 1900. They serve some of the best seafood in Little Rock, but they also serve a delicious grilled ribeye.
Day 3 and Beyond in Little Rock
If you have a little more time, locals suggest you explore these sites:
• William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Park – Learn more about the 42nd president of the United States by visiting this complex that includes the Clinton Presidential Library and Museum, Clinton Foundation offices and the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service.
• Museum of Discovery – This STEM museum is filled with interactive exhibits for children.
• Wildwood Park for the Arts – Take a walk along garden paths in the botanical garden. Then, watch live performances in the Lucy Lockett Cabe Festival Theatre.
Winter Activities
For over 50 years, people have been attending Christmas Frolic in the downtown area. This event, spearheaded by the Historic Arkansas Museum, invites families to experience an 1800s Christmas through dance, music, family games and watching living history presentations.
Indoor Activities
If the weather does not cooperate with your outdoor plans, families with children aged 8 and younger will want to explore The Wonder Place. This business has lots of imaginative playscapes for children to explore. Older children and adults will love playing at Sky Zone Trampoline Park.
Rent an RV in Little Rock and explore this city soon. Many memory-building adventures await you, so book an RV and explore Little Rock today.
