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Russellville, Arkansas

Russellville is the county seat of and the largest city in Pope County, Arkansas, United States, with a 2025 estimated population of 30,971. It is home to Arkansas Tech University.

Type CityPopulation 30,971

Why go

  • Place in Arkansas, United States.
  • Served by Petit Jean Park Airport (MPJ).

History

Russellville is the county seat of and the largest city in Pope County, Arkansas, United States, with a 2025 estimated population of 30,971. It is home to Arkansas Tech University. Arkansas Nuclear One, Arkansas' only nuclear power plant, is nearby. Russellville borders Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River.

Where to stay

111 E Harrell Dr, Russellville, AR 72802 · wyndhamhotels.com
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300 E Harrell Dr, Russellville, AR 72802 · ihg.com
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321 Bradley Cove Rd, Russellville, AR 72802 · ivyscove.com
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109 E Harrell Dr, Russellville, AR 72802 · wyndhamhotels.com
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2404 N Arkansas Ave, Russellville, AR 72802 · wyndhamhotels.com
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2714 E Parkway Dr, Russellville, AR 72802 · choicehotels.com
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204 Lake Front Dr, Russellville, AR 72802 · americaninnandsuitesrussellville.top
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154 E Aspen Ln, Russellville, AR 72802 · marriott.com
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120 E Harrell Dr, Russellville, AR 72802 · marriott.com
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2304 N Arkansas Ave, Russellville, AR 72802 · hilton.com
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3019 E Parkway Dr, Russellville, AR 72802 · choicehotels.com
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2326 N Arkansas Ave, Russellville, AR 72802 · bestwestern.com
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2200 N Arkansas Ave, Russellville, AR 72802 · homestayrussellville.com
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1320 E Main St, Russellville, AR 72801 · relax-inn-russellville.poi.place
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10 Outdoor Pl, Russellville, AR 72802
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1206 E Main St, Russellville, AR 72801
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215 W Birch St, Russellville, AR 72802 · motel6.com
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2615 W Main St, Russellville, AR 72801
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Restaurants & places to go

American, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-21:00; Su off Wikipedia: en:Old South Restaurant · 105 East Harrell Drive, Russellville, 72801 · oldsouthrestaurant.net
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Chinese, Fast Food · The building outline & position are approximate Features: takeaway · 1907 East Main Street, Russellville, 72802
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Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: Su-Th 10:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 10:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · 915 East Main Street, Russellville, 72801 · arbys.com
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Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 06:00-23:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 607 Union Street, Dardanelle, 72834 · bk.com
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Chicken, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 06:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 06:00-22:00; Su off Features: takeaway, delivery · 3089 East Main Street, Russellville, 72802 · chick-fil-a.com
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Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:00-24:00, Sa,Su 10:00-01:00 Features: takeaway · 1001 East Parkway Drive, Russellville, 72801 · pizza.dominos.com
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Barbecue, Restaurant · Opening hours: 10:30-22:30 · 104 North Denver Avenue, Russellville, 72801 · fatdaddysbarbque.com
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Coffee Shop, Cafe · Features: takeaway · 2220 East Parkway Drive, Russellville, 72802 · starbucks.com
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Tex-Mex, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 618 Union Street, Dardanelle, 72834 · locations.tacobell.com
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Italian, Restaurant · Italian restaurant · 1401 East Main Street, Russellville, 72801 · olivegarden.com
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Mexican, Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-22:00 · 2006 East Parkway Drive, Russellville, 72802 · torosmexicangrillrestaurantar.com
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Breakfast, Pancake, Restaurant · Breakfast/Pancake restaurant · 401 East Harrell Drive, Russellville, 72801
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Steak House, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th 11:00-20:30; Fr,Sa 11:00-21:30 · 1509 East Main Street, Russellville, 72801
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Donut, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 407 North Arkansas Avenue, Russellville, 72801
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Juice, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 605 North Arkansas Avenue, Russellville, 72801
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Wings, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 319 Weir Road, Russellville, 72802
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Indian, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th 11:00-20:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-21:00 · 2621 West Main Street, Russellville, 72801
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Japanese, Restaurant · Japanese restaurant · 2300 East Parkway Drive, Russellville, 72802
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Restaurant · Features: air conditioning · 220 West Main Street, Russellville, 72801 · theoldbankrussellville.com
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Fish, Restaurant · Fish restaurant · 1804 East Main Street, Russellville, 72801
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Bubble Tea, Cafe · Bubble Tea cafe · 109 East Parkway Drive, Russellville, 72801
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Vietnamese, Restaurant · Vietnamese restaurant · 624 South Knoxville Avenue, Russellville, 72801
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Southern, Restaurant · Southern restaurant · 2725 East Parkway Drive, Russellville, 72802
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Ice Cream · ice cream · 2405 East Parkway Drive, Russellville, 72802
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American, Restaurant · Opening hours: 24/7 · 2404 North Arkansas Avenue, Russellville, 72802 · locations.wafflehouse.com
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Chinese, Restaurant · Opening hours: We-Mo 11:00-21:30 Features: takeaway · 2005 North Arkansas Avenue, Russellville, 72801
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Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: 09:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 614 Union Street, Dardanelle, 72834 · restaurants.subway.com
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Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 04:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 04:00-24:00; Su 04:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · 611 Union Street, Dardanelle, 72834 · mcdonalds.com
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Chicken, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:30-22:00 Features: takeaway · 2605 East Main Street, Russellville, 72801 · zaxbys.com
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Pizza, Restaurant · Pizza restaurant · 511 Union Street, Dardanelle, 72834 · locations.pizzahut.com
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Barbecue, Restaurant · Barbecue restaurant · 7206 US 64, Russellville, 72802
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Coffee Shop, Cafe · Coffee Shop cafe · 104 Union Street, Dardanelle, 72834 · naturalstate.coffee
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Tex-Mex, Restaurant · Tex-Mex restaurant · 107 North Elmira Avenue, Russellville, 72801
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Italian, Restaurant · Italian restaurant · 1321 East Main Street, Russellville, 72801 · veneziasgrill.com
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Mexican, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 3095 East Main Street, Russellville, 72802 · chipotlemenus.us
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Steak House, Restaurant · Steak House restaurant · 2320 North Arkansas Avenue, Russellville, 72801
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Donut, Fast Food · Donut fast food · 1701 South Arkansas Avenue, Russellville, 72801
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Wings, Restaurant · Wings restaurant · 2212 East Parkway Drive, Russellville, 72802
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Japanese, Restaurant · Japanese restaurant · 304 North Elmira Avenue, Russellville, 72802
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Restaurant · restaurant · 427 East 4th Street, Russellville, 72801
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American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 2803 North Arkansas Avenue, Russellville, 72802-8986 · butcherboyburger.com
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Chinese, Restaurant · Chinese restaurant · 2790 East Parkway Drive, Russellville, 72802
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Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening Sep 2026? Features: takeaway · 3099 East Main Street, Russellville, 72802
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Airports

Petit Jean Park Airport (MPJ) 16 mi to the centre
Morrilton, AR, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
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Russellville Regional Airport 2.7 mi to the centre
Russellville, AR, US
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Morrilton Municipal Airport 26 mi to the centre
Morrilton, AR, US
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Landers Loop Airport 9.3 mi to the centre
Dover, AR, US
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John Harris Field 11 mi to the centre
Chickala, AR, US
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Petit Jean Park Airport (MPJ); 14 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Russellville, Arkansas. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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