Monticello: A Gorgeous Outdoors Destination with a lot of History
The gorgeous county seat of Drew County, Monticello, AR was founded in 1849. Known as a commercial hub for southeast Arkansas, Monticello has a long agricultural history. It is also currently the home of the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Enter the city through the Mid Delta Regional Airport. When visiting the area, book your stay at any of its local motels, hotels, and lodges.
Best Time to Visit
To make the most of warm weather activities, plan you Monticello, Arkansas in the summer months and in the late spring and early fall. The city sees the most number of tourists from September to November. The off season is from December to July. For the best Monticello, AR hotel rates, visit during the off season and avoid the heavy tourist arrivals. You will also get the added bonus lower accommodation rates. Book your hotels as early as possible to avoid inconvenience.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There is so much to see in the area. Spend time outdoors and check out the local parks including the beautiful Memorial Park. You should also drop by any of the many local museums to learn about Monticello’s history. Check out the Desha County Museum or the Bradley County Historical Museum. It is also a good idea to walk through downtown Monticello and check out the local shops and restaurants. There are also a number of retail destinations in the area. After a day of exploring the place, head over to the Hampton Inn Monticello or to the Days Inn by Wyndham Monticello, to rest and get pampered.