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Evening

Little Rock Evening: Sunset and Spirits

Time your visit for the golden hour, then settle in with dinner and a drink as the city lights come on.

Best time: 17:21About 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:41

    Fidel & Co Coffee Roasters East Village

    Grab a coffee and a pastry to go. This café is open until 16:00 on weekdays and 16:00 on weekends, so you have time to grab a warm drink before the sun dips low.

  2. 17:06

    MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History

    Walk to the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History. Arrive 15 minutes before sunset to find a quiet spot inside or just outside the building. The museum is open until 17:00 on weekdays and 17:00 on Sundays, so you can pop in quickly if you want a brief look at the exhibits before heading out for the view.

  3. 17:21

    MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW at 17:21. From the museum grounds, you have a clear view of the western horizon as the sky turns gold and then deep blue.

  4. 17:51

    Stones Throw Brewery

    Head to Stones Throw Brewery for a drink. It is just a short 9-minute walk from the museum. It opens at 16:00 on Thursdays through Saturdays, so it will be open and ready for you after the sunset.

  5. 18:21

    Community Bakery

    End the evening with a late bite at Community Bakery. This bakery is open until 20:00 on weekdays and 21:00 on weekends, making it a perfect spot for dessert or a late snack after your drink.

Local tip

The museum closes at 17:00 on weekdays, so if you arrive after 17:00, you won't be able to go inside. However, the exterior and grounds are always accessible for the sunset view.

Check before you go

  • Sundays: The museum is open 13:00-17:00. The café is open 08:00-16:00. The brewery is closed. The bakery is open 07:00-20:00.
  • Weekdays (Mon-Fri): The museum is open 10:00-17:00. The café is open 07:00-16:00. The brewery is closed. The bakery is open 06:00-20:00.
  • Weekends (Sat-Sun): The museum is open 10:00-17:00. The café is open 08:00-16:00. The brewery is open 16:00-21:00 (Thu-Sat only). The bakery is open 06:00-21:00 (Fri-Sat) or 07:00-20:00 (Sun).

Worth knowing

  • Stones Throw Brewery is open at 17:51 only on Th, Fr, Sa

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