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🦬 Oklahoma things to do
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Chrystal Limon
From emotional and powerful museums to quirky shops, unforgettable food, and unique roadside stops, Oklahoma surprised me in the best way. This list highlights places that left a lasting impression—whether you’re traveling solo, with friends, or plan...
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🌮 Food, Diners & Local Favorites
 
🎢 Attractions & Unique Stops
 
⭐ Must-See Oklahoma
 
🛍️ Shopping, Antiques & Local Finds
 
🏛️ History, Landmarks & Museums
 
Nature, Parks & Scenic Drives

🌮 Food, Diners & Local Favorites

 
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Absolutely loved this store — I went twice during our Oklahoma City visit. Craig’s Curious Emporium is packed with oddities, vintage finds, spooky curios, pop-culture pieces, and things you won’t see anywhere else. Every corner has something new to d...
McClintock Saloon & Chop House
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🎢 Attractions & Unique Stops

 
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A classic Route 66 roadside icon and such a fun stop for all ages. The giant blue whale makes for great photos, a quick stretch break, and nostalgic Route 66 vibes. Bonus for geocachers: there’s a Geocache hidden here, which made the visit even more ...
Blue Whale of Catoosa
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A fun and quirky Route 66 roadside stop that’s impossible to miss! Buck Atom, the Space Cowboy is a retro sci-fi statue celebrating Tulsa’s Route 66 history and space-age imagination. Great photo op, especially if you’re doing a Route 66 road trip, t...
Buck Atom's Cosmic Curios on 66
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Another classic Route 66 roadside giant just down the street from Buck Atom’s Space Cowboy, but at a different address. Meadow Gold Mack is a towering lumberjack statue originally used to advertise Meadow Gold milk and is a fun, quick stop for photos...
Meadow Gold Mack
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Over-the-top Route 66 classic with hundreds of sodas from around the world and a giant soda bottle out front. Fun stop for photos, drinks, and nostalgia.
Pops 66
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⭐ Must-See Oklahoma

 
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This museum instantly jumped to the top of my favorites list. An incredible mix of history, art, and immersive exhibits that truly bring the American West to life. It’s one of those rare museums that both kids and adults would absolutely love. I can’...
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
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🛍️ Shopping, Antiques & Local Finds

 
Chrystal Limon profile picture
Absolutely loved this store — I went twice during our Oklahoma City visit. Craig’s Curious Emporium is packed with oddities, vintage finds, spooky curios, pop-culture pieces, and things you won’t see anywhere else. Every corner has something new to d...
Craig's Curious Emporium
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🏛️ History, Landmarks & Museums

 
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A very emotional and powerful place to visit. The memorial and museum thoughtfully honor the victims and survivors, and the experience leaves a lasting impact. Quiet, reflective, and deeply moving.
Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum
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Chrystal Limon profile picture
This museum instantly jumped to the top of my favorites list. An incredible mix of history, art, and immersive exhibits that truly bring the American West to life. It’s one of those rare museums that both kids and adults would absolutely love. I can’...
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
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Beautifully restored Route 66 landmark with local history exhibits inside. Free to visit and a great educational stop for all ages.
Arcadia Round Barn
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One of the most powerful and impressive monuments I’ve ever seen. Extra special for our family since my family was in the Land Run, which made this stop incredibly meaningful.
Centennial Land Run Monument
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Nature, Parks & Scenic Drives

 
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A gorgeous urban park perfect for families. Walking paths, playgrounds, skyline views, and space to relax—great balance after museum days.
Scissortail Park
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