Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Gateway to the Great Plains
Where the frontier meets modern adventures.
With 235 days of sunshine each year, Oklahoma City offers endless urban and outdoor adventures.
The city is steeped in Indigenous heritage and cowboy legacy while abounding in modern attractions like kid-friendly theme parks, world-class museums, and a creative culinary scene. The city’s culture continues to be enriched by the many Indigenous nations that call the area home, including the Caddo, Wichita, and the Comanche.
What makes Oklahoma City special?
Western roots
Wander live cattle auctions and visit saloons in the Stockyards City District, then learn about western history at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.
Urban river adventures
Kayak, row, or whitewater raft in the Boathouse District, an urban outdoor playground that serves as a training site for the US Olympic team.
Bricktown District
Take a water taxi or a stroll along the canal in OKC’s lively downtown hub full of restaurants, music venues, and a vibrant nightlife scene.
Indigenous heritage
Discover the deep Native American roots of the region at the First Americans Museum, which highlights the stories of Oklahoma’s many tribal nations.
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Parks near Oklahoma City
Legend
- Partner Park
- Gateway City
More to know
Visiting Trail of Tears National Historic Trail
Reflect on a significant and somber chapter in US history, when the Cherokee were exiled from their ancestral lands along with the Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee, and Seminole. Compelled to march hundreds of miles west under treacherous conditions, thousands perished along the trail.
12 hours at Washita Battlefield National Historic Site
Learn the history and impact of the 1868 Battle of Washita and the area’s cultural significance to the Cheyenne as a traditional winter village.
3 days in Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Escape into nature at Chickasaw National Recreation Area with this three-day itinerary, where you’ll find mineral springs, hiking trails, and peaceful lakes.
6 days across the West
Explore historical sites, dramatic landscapes, and the beauty of the American Southwest with this six-day road trip from Oklahoma to New Mexico.
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