Conway Vacation Rentals

The culinary scene in Conway is surprisingly diverse, featuring a wide selection of cuisines and cultures. Cross Creek Sandwich Shop in downtown Conway is a popular local spot famous for its delicious sandwiches, soups, and salads. Order one of their smoked turkey selections.

For a taste of the Southern staples of fresh crawfish and catfish, head to Eat My Catfish on Harkrider Street. Besides their delicious freshly caught and cooked favorites, they also serve fresh shrimp, chicken wings, and hand-battered chicken tenders.

Ed’s Bakery makes some of the area's best cakes and buns, which you can enjoy onsite, or pre-order for pickup. Located on Oak Street, this shop is the place for satisfying cookies, brownies, and pastries. The smiley-face cookies are a hit for locals.

Conway possesses a rich collection of cultural highlights. Visit the Arkansas Shakespeare Theatre to enjoy productions, lectures, workshops, and talk-back sessions focused on the great English playwright. Professional actors as well as leading academics join forces to put on plays and musicals reflecting the area's strong cultural talent.

The Baum Gallery of Fine Art at the University of Central Arkansas is home to a collection of domestic and international works, including ceramics, drawings, photographs, and paintings. Stroll through the gallery and browse items such as wooden relics and small sculptures from West Africa, and paintings by local artists such as Dorris Curtis and Louis and Elsie Freund.

There’s no shortage of fun activities for everyone to enjoy in Conway. For an encounter with nature, head to the Pinnacle Mountain State Park, located south of the city. You'll learn more about the environmental conservation initiatives going on here. Wander through the expansive park and explore the rich diversity of natural habitat with numerous species of trees. Enjoy the great views of Lake Maumelle and the Arkansas River.

If the kids need to get their wigglies out of their system, make a trip to the Imagination Station on Oak Street. Designed for kids of all types and abilities, your children will immerse themselves in sights, sounds, smells, textures, and other exciting challenges meant to engage all their sensory capacities. It’s the ultimate playground to inspire kids in the power of play.

If fishing is your passion, head to Lake Conway, the nation's largest manmade lake created by a game and fishing commission, and put your abilities to the test. It features boat ramps and disability-accessible fishing piers. Try your luck at catching channel catfish, crappie, bluegill, and largemouth bass.

Spend a day at the Cadron Settlement Park with a hike or bike ride. Located close to the Arkansas River, beautiful views await as you navigate the trails. The eastern end of the loop has some scenic rock gardens, and there's a reconstructed historic blockhouse on the grounds as well.

For some added perspective on Conway, visit the Faulkner County Museum. Located in the former jail, it includes numerous artifacts from local prehistory and history, and historical archives spanning generations. Friendly staff and volunteers are available to provide added insights about this fascinating region.

On your vacation in Conway, you might have the opportunity to experience annual events that show off the city's unique character. Toad Suck Daze happens on the first weekend in May in downtown Conway. This free three-day family event features a host of concerts, children’s activities, and carnival rides.

If you’re visiting in the last week of October, then head to Simon Park for Thriller in the Park. It’s a free event with costume contests for all ages, a dancing competition, food trucks, and entertaining games for the children.

Conway gets ready for the holiday season with its annual Downtown Christmas Open House. Usually held on a Sunday afternoon in early November, visitors get to see what Santa has in store at various local businesses. There's also a goodie bag giveaway, with plenty of coupons and gift certificates inside.