Timeline
16:21
Fidel & Co Coffee Roasters East Village
Stop for a coffee or pastry at Fidel & Co Coffee Roasters East Village. It opens at 08:00 on weekends and 07:00 on weekdays, so it will be ready well before you arrive.
17:01
Walk east from the River Market area toward the Arkansas State Capitol. The grounds are open until 17:00 on weekdays, giving you plenty of time to find a good spot on the lawn or near the monuments.
17:21
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light begins at 16:43, turning the Capitol’s dome and the surrounding monuments warm and bright. This is the peak moment for photography and quiet reflection.
18:01
End your walk at Riverfront Park. It is a short walk east from the Capitol. The park overlooks the Arkansas River and offers a peaceful place to digest the evening and the view of La Petite Roche.
Local tip
The Capitol is closed on weekends. If you are visiting on a Saturday or Sunday, check the route to the nearest open viewing spot or adjust your plan for a weekday. Fidel & Co Coffee Roasters East Village is open until 16:00 on weekdays and 16:00 on weekends, so arrive early enough to enjoy your drink before the sunset.
Check before you go
- Arkansas State Capitol hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-17:00.
- Fidel & Co Coffee Roasters East Village hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-16:00, Sa-Su 08:00-16:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Little Rock (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).