Conway City Guide

Food focuses on Southern comfort like BBQ and fried chicken. Growing international options include Mexican, Chinese, Japanese, and Italian. Vegetarian and vegan choices exist but are limited. Late-night food is mostly fast food.

Nightlife is modest, with local bars and live music venues mainly geared toward college students.

Developing coffee scene with local shops and chains offering specialty coffee options.

Tipping is expected in restaurants (15-20%), taxis (10-15%), and services (15-20%). Hotel housekeeping tips are $2-5/day.

SIM cards are sold at AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile stores, and Best Buy. AT&T and Verizon offer the best coverage. Prepaid plans usually don't require ID, but contracts might. eSIM options exist depending on phone.

The city is generally clean with regular sanitation and few issues.

Some pharmacies and convenience stores operate 24/7. Emergency rooms are always open. Few dedicated 24/7 clinics.

Main supermarkets include Kroger, Walmart Supercenter, and Harps Food Stores. International products are limited but growing. Stores usually open early and close around 10–11 PM, including Sundays and holidays.

Most places accept credit and debit cards. Cash isn't usually needed for daily purchases.

ATMs are found at Arvest Bank, Centennial Bank, Simmons Bank, and many retail stores. Out-of-network use often costs $2.50 to $5.00 per transaction.

Conway Public School District is well-regarded. Colleges include University of Central Arkansas, Hendrix College, and Central Baptist College. Classes are mainly in English.

Remote worker presence is growing, boosted by local colleges. No major digital nomad hubs or meetups exist yet.

Good access to parks and trails like Laurel Park and Cadron Settlement Park.

Popular running trails include Tucker Creek Trail and paths in Cadron Settlement Park. Routes are safe, especially in daylight.

Several gyms and sports centers offer fitness classes and leagues.

Public tennis courts at parks and fitness centers, mostly first-come, first-served.

Padel courts are not common in Conway.

Multiple yoga studios like The Yoga Place and Balance Yoga offer drop-in classes with English-speaking instructors.

Martial arts classes are available including Taekwondo and Karate. English-speaking instructors are standard.

Skiing is not available due to climate and terrain.

Kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing available on Lake Conway and Arkansas River during warmer months.

No surfing opportunities in this landlocked area.

No notable diving or snorkeling spots nearby.

Conway Regional Medical Center is the main hospital with English-speaking staff. Pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS are common. Healthcare quality is good and accessible.

Tap water is safe to drink and meets all federal and state standards.

There are playgrounds like Laurel Park and Cadron Settlement Park, kid-friendly eateries, and local nature centers. Baby supplies are easy to find.

Conservative area but acceptance is rising, especially among younger and college communities. Nearby Little Rock has more events.

Conway has dog parks and vet clinics. Pet-friendly accommodations and outdoor dining are increasing.