EXPLORE THE ARTS

The Arkansas Arts Center is a great place to spend an afternoon. Browse their world-renowned drawing collection, and see fine works of art up close and personal. Located at East 9th and Commerce Streets, open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday; (501) 371-4000, www.arkarts.com

TAKE A HIKE

Just a few minutes west of downtown Little Rock, Pinnacle Mountain State Park offers a great view from the top – but you have to hike to get there! The park information center is located at 1191 Pinnacle Valley Road; (501) 868-5806, www.arkansasstatepark.com

LIVING HISTORY

The Clinton Presidential Center and Park is a must-see for visitors to Little Rock. Located in the River Market District, the center and park offer a look at the history of our former President and Arkansas’ favorite son. In addition to other exhibits, don’s miss the exact replica of the oval office and the Cabinet Room, where our country’s most important decisions are made. 1200 President Clinton Ave., (501) 374-4242, www.clintonpresidentialcenter.com

GO WILD

The Little Rock Zoo is the perfect place to unleash your inner beast. During the summer, be sure to catch any number of their fun, educational children’s events. Located at No. 1 Jonesboro Drive; (501) 666-2406, www.littlerockzoo.com

BACK IN TIME

Drive or amble through the Quapaw Quarter Histroic district, where many of Little Rock’s grand homes still retain their majestic stature. Little Rock’s preservation efforts can be seen in this area of town, where historic homes continue to be restored and renovated. All of the district’s buildings are private homes or businesses, so they aren’t open to the public, but feel free to gawk from the street or sidewalk. www.quapaw.com

GET THEATRICAL

The Arkansas Repertory Theatre got its start in 1976, and has been offering Central Arkansas audiences diverse and entertaining theatrical performances ever since. Arkansas Rep is one of seven theatre companies touring with the National Endowment for the Arts Shakespeare in American Communities initiative. Located at 601 Main Street; (501) 378-0405.

Source: 2006 Visitor's Guide to Greater Little Rock published by the Arkansas Times