Overview
The main campus of UAMS is located in the capital of Arkansas, Little Rock. This metropolitan area has a population of more than 628,000 and a low cost of living. Little Rock experiences four distinct seasons, with an overall moderate climate. Residents of Little Rock can enjoy a wide variety of historic preservations, visual arts, performing arts, libraries, and nightlife. A large number of museums are located in the area, including the Clinton Presidential Library.
Outdoor Activities
Even though Little Rock is the capitol of Arkansas and the state’s largest city, we still have tons of great outdoor activities to enjoy, even in our downtown area!
River Market District
This area of downtown Little Rock is filled with restaurants, shops, art galleries, museums, the main library, bars and seasonal farmers market.
Visit the River Market District
Rock Region METRO Streetcar
Opened Nov. 1, 2004, the METRO Streetcar is a fun, unique way to take in the downtown sights of central Arkansas’ “twin cities” of Little Rock and North Little Rock.
Ride the METRO Streetcar
Little Rock Zoo
Come visit the Little Rock Zoo today and see its mission to inspire people to value and conserve the natural world comes to life!
Visit the Zoo
Little Rock Farmers Market
The River Market’s open-air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park are filled with farmers selling fresh produce, locally prepared foods, plus a variety of arts and craft vendors
Visit the Farmers Market
Pinnacle Mountain State Park
Pinnacle Mountain stands as the centerpiece of this geographically diverse state park, which features over 22 miles of trails including over 14 miles of mountain biking trails.
Visit Pinnacle Mountain
Junction Bridge Pedestrian Walkway
Spanning the Arkansas River, it was constructed originally in 1899 by the Choctaw and Memphis Railroad and operated by the Union Pacific Railroad.
Visit the Junction Bridge
Clinton Presidential Park Bridge
Located adjacent to the Clinton Presidential Center, the bridge serves as a visual representation of President Bill Clinton’s “Bridge to the 21st Century.”
Visit the Bridge
Big Dam Bridge Pedestrian and Bicycle Trail
The longest bridge built specifically for pedestrians and bicyclists, this bridge connects 14 miles of trails on the Little Rock and North Little Rock sides of the Arkansas River.
Visit the Big Dam BridgeEntertainment
From museums and theaters, to sporting events, concerts and shopping, Little Rock and its surrounding area has plenty to offer visitors and residents all year round.
Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts offers an inspiring array of visual, performing arts, and educational experiences.
Visit the Museum of Fine Arts
The Promenade at Chenal Shopping Center
An open-air lifestyle shopping center in West Little Rock featuring award-winning dining, upscale national, regional, and local merchants, and an IMAX movie theater.
Visit the Promenade
Clinton Presidential Center
The Clinton Presidential Center offers a unique perspective of the work – past, present, and future – of the 42nd President of the United States William Jefferson Clinton.
Visit the Clinton Center
MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History
Birthplace of General Douglas MacArthur in 1880. Exhibits include the Allison Collection, over 400 original photos, and the role of the Jeep during the war.
Visit the Museum
Murry’s Dinner Playhouse
Dinner theater with Broadway comedies and musicals and solo performances, plus an extensive all-you-can-eat buffet.
See a Show
War Memorial Stadium
Built as a memorial to Arkansas war veterans, this 54,000-seat stadium hosts college and high school football games, concerts and other special events.
Attend an Event
Arkansas Symphony Orchestra
The state’s symphony orchestra has been performing for over 40 years. ASO is the resident orchestra of Robinson Center Music Hall, performing over 60 concerts each year.
Attend a Concert
Arkansas State Capitol
Constructed between 1899 and 1911, this Neoclassical building has provided a century of service since the legislature first met in the unfinished structure in 1911
Visit the Capitol
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site
The site of a major test in 1957 of the Civil Rights act where nine (the Little Rock Nine) African-American students integrated the all-white school.
Learn About Central High
Dickey-Stephens Park
Home of AA minor league Arkansas Travelers, Anaheim Angels farm team; beer garden, “themed” nights, giveaways and promotions; baseball museum.
Attend a GameLittle Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau Video
Watch this great video released by the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau highlighting some of Little Rock’s best features and attractions!
For more information on upcoming events and attractions, visit http://www.littlerock.com/