Attractions
North Little Rock offers delightful diversions, points of interest and plenty of Southern hospitality. You will find great outdoors in our 1600-acre Burns Park, one of the largest city parks in the nation. We have the photogenic Old Mill, seen in "Gone with the Wind" . A water theme park, non-stop shopping at McCain Mall, the largest shopping center in central Arkansas, Lakewood Village (McCain's neighbor). Specialty shops, antiques and restaurants in abundance. Our Alltel Arena is an 18,000-seat multi-purpose facility that hosts a variety of special events including concerts, circuses, community gathering, conferences, conventions and much more.
The Old Mill
Lakeshore Dr. and Fairway, Historic re-creation of an 1880's water-powered grist mill, the Old Mill was seen in the opening scenes of the classic movie "Gone with the Wind" and features sculptures by Dionicio Rodriguez. 501-791-8537
Alltel Arena
Alltel Arena is an 18,000-seat multi-purpose facility located on the north bank of the Arkansas River in North Little Rock. Standing 11 stories tall and occupying 370,000 square feet, the Alltel Arena is the home court for the UALR Trojans basketball team and the local site for the Arkansas Razorbacks. The arena also hosts a variety of special events, including concerts, circuses, community gatherings, conferences and conventions.
E-mail: alltel.arena@alltelarena.com
McCain Mall
McCain Mall is a 2-level regional mall anchored by Dillard's, JCPenney, and Sears. For all of your shopping needs, McCain Mall features more than 80 specialty stores including favorites such as American Eagle, Old Navy, Victoria's Secret, Buckle and Gymboree. You'll also enjoy great food at Chick-fil-A and other eateries, as well as IHOP and Carino's Italian Grill!
Additional Attractions
Wild River Country I-40 and Crystal Hill Rd. A 23-acre water theme park featuring the "Arkansas Ocean" and a collection of other water amusements. 501-753-8600.
A joint project of the City of North Little Rock and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, this large, modern boat launching ramp on the Arkansas River is two blocks from ALLTEL Arena. The 60-foot wide ramp is located beside the Interstate 30 bridge over the river and opposite Little Rock's Riverfront Park. 501-758-1424.
North Shore Riverwalk Our very own Riverwalk offers a wide variety of adaptable uses for events ranging in size 12 to 6,000. The Riverwalk includes a picturesque promenade featuring the Arkansas River and Little Rock skyline. The site offers a built-in speaker system, amphitheatre pad, utilities and permanent restroom facilities. 501-758-1424
The Arkansas River Trail, also known as the Millennium Trail, unites Little Rock and North Little Rock. This fourteen mile trail offers Little Rock and North Little Rock citizens and visitors a wonderful recreational opportunity. The 4226 linear foot Pulaski County Pedestrian & Bicycle Bridge over Murray Lock & Dam connects the scenic riverside trails.
Historic Sites Argenta Historic District contains many of the city's earliest structures, including city hall, bridges, churches, a military post, a mill. For information and tour map, call: 501-371-0755.
Camp Joseph T. Robinson Exit 150 off Interstate 40, turn left onto Charles Boyer, turn right onto Military Rd and follow straight to the gated entrance. Camp Robinson dates back to 1917 and the closing days of World War I when it was known as Camp Pike. Museum on site. Free admission, hours vary. call: 501-212-5100.
The River Rail Streetcar, Ridin' in the Rocks, Central Arkansas Transit Authority's River Rail Electric Streetcar system. As in the 1940's, Little Rock and North Little Rock has the electric streetcars traveling the downtown city streets again. River Rail has four replica vintage trolleys (see photos) operating over the downtown track.
Recreational Opportunities abound at North Little Rock's Burns Park as well as Sports Activities along with a unique Urban Equestrian Trail, Scenic River Trail, Emerald Park Mountain Bike, and Multi Use Trails as listed in our Brochure. (PDF)
The Aimm Museum has a new Home Page. Be sure to change your browser to WWW.AIMM.MUSEUM.
Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum Home Page
Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum Tours and Location Information
In addition, Visit our North Little Rock Visitors Bureau for additional information and attractions.
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