Find the best things to do in Little Rock and North Little Rock

The Country Inn & Suites puts you close to top things to do on both sides of the Arkansas River. Make the short drive to Little Rock to visit essential waterfront attractions like the William J. Clinton Presidential Library & Museum and the Museum of Discovery. In North Little Rock, you can board a World War II submarine at the Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum or take the perfect selfie at The Old Mill in T.R. Pugh Memorial Park. It’s easy to swing back to your room afterward to freshen up for a show at Simmons Bank Arena or Robinson Center. Want something new to wear? We’re minutes from McCain Mall, one of the state’s largest shopping centers. Corporate travelers are within three miles of the capital’s business district and the Statehouse Convention Center.

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Arkansas State Capitol

2.59 mi / 4.17 km from the hotel
From the marbled floors to the top of the 213-foot rotunda, the Arkansas State Capitol is an extraordinary example of neoclassical architecture. Take a tour to see how the building blends the state’s past and present while also shaping its future.

Simmons Bank Arena

1.8 mi / 2.9 km from the hotel
In addition to concerts featuring current superstars like Bruno Mars and legendary performers like Bruce Springsteen, this multipurpose entertainment venue hosts events like ice shows and rodeos.

The Old Mill

1.37 mi / 2.2 km from the hotel
Set in T.R. Pugh Memorial Park, this re-creation of an 1880s grist mill appeared in Gone with the Wind, earning it a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. The rustic-style “wooden” bridges and benches are actually concrete sculptures.

Dickey-Stephens Park

1.73 mi / 2.79 km from the hotel
Home to the Arkansas Travelers of the Texas League, this baseball stadium can accommodate up to 7,200 fans. Grab a hot dog or an ice-cream cone before cheering on the Double-A team affectionately known as the Travs.

Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum

1.95 mi / 3.13 km from the hotel
Visit the Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum to see Hoga, a tugboat that survived the Pearl Harbor attack in 1941, and the USS Razorback, a submarine that was in Tokyo Bay at the end of WWII. You can explore the Razorback by climbing down a 14-foot ladder to access it.

Riverfront Park

1.88 mi / 3.02 km from the hotel
Spanning 33 acres and 11 city blocks, this popular urban park lies on the south bank of the Arkansas River. Jog or bike across the Clinton Presidential Park Bridge, a pedestrian pathway that’s part of the 14.2-mile Arkansas River Trail.

Robinson Center

2.19 mi / 3.53 km from the hotel
Originally built in 1939 and renovated into a striking modern facility, Robinson Center hosts concerts, ballets, and touring Broadway musicals in its 2,222-person performance hall. The center also offers abundant space for business conferences and conventions.

Statehouse Convention Center

2.23 mi / 3.6 km from the hotel
This expansive convention center offers one large ballroom and many spacious exhibition halls and meeting rooms. Ideal for business conferences, the space can also host personal events like weddings and family reunions.

Burns Park

2.79 mi / 4.5 km from the hotel
The largest public park in the state of Arkansas, Burns Park features two 18-hole golf courses, playgrounds, and baseball and softball complexes. It’s also the home of Funland Amusement Park, where your kids can ride a mini roller coaster, a mini Ferris wheel, and a carousel.

Museum of Discovery

2.28 mi / 3.67 km from the hotel
This science museum showcases interactive exhibits like Tornado Alley Theater, where visitors can experience the sensations of a tornado blowing by and learn more about the tornado that passed through Little Rock in January 1999.

McCain Mall

2.61 mi / 4.19 km from the hotel
Find everything from cowboy boots to vintage jewelry at central Arkansas’ biggest indoor mall, which offers a mix of local boutiques and name-brand chains. Need a break from shopping? Dine at one of several eateries or catch a movie at the multiplex.

William J. Clinton Presidential Library & Museum

2.43 mi / 3.9 km from the hotel
Housed in the Clinton Presidential Center, this collection provides a look at the life and legacy of Bill Clinton, the 42nd US president. Explore replicas of the White House Cabinet Room and the Oval Office during your visit.