{"id":10111,"date":"2023-02-06T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-06T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/?p=10111"},"modified":"2023-01-12T10:06:03","modified_gmt":"2023-01-12T10:06:03","slug":"what-to-do-in-oklahoma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/travel\/what-to-do-in-oklahoma\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in Oklahoma"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you are taking a road trip in the region, you won\u2019t want to miss taking a few days to explore everything Oklahoma has to offer. If you enter the state after driving up from Texas, you can drive a roughly circular path through Oklahoma, stopping at amazing places where you will make unforgettable memories. You can see the famous open prairies where thousands of bison still roam as well as landmarks and museums commemorating the history and culture of American pioneers and Native Americans. Friends and families alike will enjoy Oklahoma\u2019s expansive outdoor recreational areas as well as its small but bustling cities that feature unique museums and Oklahoma cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since Oklahoma is vast and since many of its attractions are far apart, seeing it by car is your best option. Public transportation might get you to a location, but not necessarily on your schedule and it certainly won\u2019t get you around and throughout many of the places you\u2019ll want to explore. Whether you are on a budget or you want to travel in comfort, SIXT is the place to find the perfect vehicle for your road trip. A pick-up truck or SUV would provide comfort over the miles and would be ideal for handling the terrain, especially in the colder months. Or book a sedan for a comfortable trip for a smaller group.<\/p>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#turner\">Turner Falls<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#chickasaw\">Chickasaw National Recreation Area<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#memorial\">Oklahoma City National Memorial &amp; Museum<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#cowboy\">National Cowboy &amp; Western Heritage Museum<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#zoo\">Oklahoma City Zoo<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#route\">Oklahoma Route 66 Museum<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#prairie\">Joseph H. Williams Tallgrass Prairie Preserve<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#rogers\">Will Rogers Memorial Museum<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#universe\">The Center of the Universe<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#philbrook\">The Philbrook Museum of Art<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#eat\">Best Places to Eat &amp; Drink in Oklahoma<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1StCdmA5EmnXLliPg4wRmv63qpMjn5ko&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"100%\" height=\"480\" frameborder=\"0\" 0=\"height='450'&gt;&lt;\/iframe\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Must-see attractions in Oklahoma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"turner\">1. Turner Falls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-turner-falls-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"waterfalls flowing down rocks into a blue pool in the middle of a forest with rocky mountains\" class=\"wp-image-11143 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-turner-falls-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-turner-falls-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-turner-falls-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-turner-falls.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Olga Lyubochkina on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At 77 feet high, Turner Falls is Oklahoma\u2019s largest waterfall. But aside from just the size, the waterfall is breathtaking to behold as it cascades down into a natural spring pool. Visitors can hike, swim and explore. And you\u2019ll want to see the castle made of rock built in the 1930\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>I-35 &amp; US Highway 77, Davis, OK 73030<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnerfallspark.com\/admissions\" rel=\"nofollow\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnerfallspark.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>Spend the day here or camp for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"chickasaw\">2. Chickasaw National Recreation Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-chickasaw-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"trees in the chickasaw national recreation area in fall with a stream running through the middle\" class=\"wp-image-11144 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-chickasaw-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-chickasaw-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-chickasaw-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-chickasaw.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Kit Leong on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chickasaw National Recreation Area attracts well over 1 million visitors a year, and it\u2019s no wonder, since the 10,000 acres offer opportunities to enjoy outdoor sports, relax, explore and learn. You can fish, camp, swim and boat, as well as ride both bikes and horses. You can walk or hike some of the country\u2019s most unspoiled trails, and hunting is an option as well. Just outside the park, 10 minutes from the entrance, the Chickasaw Cultural Center is a must-see. Experience the living history of America\u2019s First People through interactive exhibits, tribal performances and so much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>901 W. 1st St., Sulphur, OK 73086<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> You don&#8217;t need to pay to enter the recreation area, but there are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/chic\/planyourvisit\/fees.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\">fees<\/a> for campgrounds, boat launches and picnic pavilions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/chic\/planyourvisit\/hours.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>It all depends on what you want to do. You could spend an afternoon at the Chickasaw Cultural Center, spend a day boating or swimming, or spend the night or a few days camping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"memorial\">3. Oklahoma City National Memorial &amp; Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"679\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-city-memorial-1024x679.jpg\" alt=\"metal and glass monuments sitting in grass as part of the oklahoma city bombing memorial\" class=\"wp-image-11145 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-city-memorial-1024x679.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-city-memorial-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-city-memorial-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-city-memorial.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/679;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: mccown on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When you visit Oklahoma City, you\u2019ll want to stop at the profoundly moving and thought-provoking Oklahoma City Memorial and Museum commemorating the 1995 bombing of the nine-story Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building. In the museum, you can see thousands of artifacts and photographs of the bombed building and hear the stories of the people affected in their own words and voices. Outside, you can see the Field of Empty Chairs, the Reflecting Pool, the Survivor Wall and the Survivor Tree. This incredibly poignant place hopes to convey the message of how hope can triumph over violence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>620 N. Harvey Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73102<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> The outdoor memorial is free, but you need to <a href=\"https:\/\/memorialmuseum.com\/museum\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">pay for the museum<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/memorialmuseum.com\/museum\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>2-4 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cowboy\">4. National Cowboy &amp; Western Heritage Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oklahoma has an open landscape that recalls cowboy hats and Western movies. So one of the most perfect places to visit is the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. The museum houses an unequalled collection of artifacts and art that encapsulates the history of the cowboy and myriad aspects of life in the American West. The museum both documents the history of real people and celebrates their struggles, triumphs, and everyday lives through art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>1700 Northeast 63rd St., Oklahoma City, OK 73111<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/nationalcowboymuseum.org\/plan-your-visit\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nationalcowboymuseum.org\/plan-your-visit\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>2 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"zoo\">5. Oklahoma City Zoo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-zoo-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"mother and baby elephant in grass enclosure at the oklahoma city zoo\" class=\"wp-image-11146 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-zoo-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-zoo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-zoo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-zoo.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Serge Nkeumaleu on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This zoo was one of the first in the country to keep its animals in their natural habitats instead of cages. You can see animals in the Cat Forest and from the Lion Overlook. You\u2019ll see hoofed animals as well as marine mammals, as well as apes, elephants, amphibians and birds. For an extra charge, groups of up to 10 people can go on specially guided Wild Encounters, where you can get closer to animals such as bears, bison and rhinos. You can also ride a camel or see a giraffe face to face from a platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>2000 Remington Place, Oklahoma City, OK 73111<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.okczoo.org\/tickets\" rel=\"nofollow\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.okczoo.org\/map-directions-tips\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>You should plan a full day here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"route\">6. Oklahoma Route 66 Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many museums dedicated to the culture and history of one of the world\u2019s most renowned roads, but Oklahoma\u2019s Route 66 Museum is the biggest. You\u2019ll learn all about The Mother Road\u2019s creation and evolution as the country changed, through the sights and sounds of different eras. Changing exhibits feature different aspects of this iconic road and all it\u2019s meant to this country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>2229 West Gary Boulevard, Clinton, OK 73601<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.okhistory.org\/sites\/route66\" rel=\"nofollow\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.okhistory.org\/sites\/route66\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>1-2 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"prairie\">7. Joseph H. Williams Tallgrass Prairie Preserve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-prairie-preserve-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"a bison laying in the brown grass in the tallgrass prairie preserve in oklahoma \" class=\"wp-image-11147 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-prairie-preserve-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-prairie-preserve-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-prairie-preserve-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-prairie-preserve.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Joel Irvine on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the biggest piece of protected tallgrass prairie not just in America, but in the world. You can see wildflowers, mammals and birds by the hundreds, and over 2,000 bison. Drive along the 15-mile Bison Loop and see the beasts up close, along with hundreds of bison calves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>15316 County Road 4201, Pawhuska, OK 74056<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong>Open during daylight hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>4-6 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rogers\">8. Will Rogers Memorial Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Open since 1938, this museum commemorates America\u2019s cowboy philosopher, Will Rogers, who is famous for his pithy witticisms. You can enjoy memorabilia and see everything he wrote in the museum\u2019s 12 galleries, a library, a theater and a children\u2019s museum. He and his wife Betty, along with some other family members, are buried on the grounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>1720 W. Will Rogers Blvd., Claremore, OK 74017<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willrogers.com\/memorial-museum\" rel=\"nofollow\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.willrogers.com\/memorial-museum\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>2-4 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"universe\">9. The Center of the Universe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Center of the Universe is an acoustic anomaly in downtown Tulsa that you\u2019ll want to experience for yourself. If you stand in this cement circle with a bigger circle of bricks around and say something, your voice comes echoing back much louder. To those standing outside the circle, your voice sounds oddly distorted. These odd effects have not been fully explained, and they can be both fun and eerie to experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>20 E. Archer St., Tulsa, OK 74103<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong>Open 24\/7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>20 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"philbrook\">10. The Philbrook Museum of Art<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-philbrook-museum-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"ornate villa housing the philbrook museum of art with red tile roof behind a lawn with sculpted hedges and trees\" class=\"wp-image-11148 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-philbrook-museum-1024x767.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-philbrook-museum-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-philbrook-museum-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2023\/01\/oklahoma-philbrook-museum.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/767;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Kit Leong on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You will feel like you\u2019ve been transported to Tuscany when you see Villa Philbrook, which serves as the museum. And the 25 acres of formal gardens that surround the villa enhances the romantic effect. The art within the museum features a diverse array of talent from all over the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>2727 S. Rockford Road, Tulsa, OK 74114<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/philbrook.org\/visit\/plan-your-visit\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/philbrook.org\/visit\/plan-your-visit\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>3-5 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eat\">Best Places to Eat &amp; Drink in Oklahoma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To truly experience Oklahoma as you drive through it, you must taste the food the state is famous for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BurnCo Barbeque, Tulsa:<\/strong> Oklahoma is known for its barbeque, and BurnCo is the place to enjoy that iconic smoky flavor. You can get sandwiches and salads, as well as all manner of smoked meat, including brisket, baby back ribs and bologna \u2013 yes, bologna!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cattleman\u2019s Steakhouse, Oklahoma City:<\/strong> In a state known for its cattle ranching, you won\u2019t find a better steak than at this historic restaurant located in the middle of what used to be Stockyards City. Cattleman\u2019s Steakhouse is the oldest continuously running restaurant in Oklahoma \u2013 undoubtedly because it features such delectable steaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eischen\u2019s Bar, Okarche:<\/strong> Eischen\u2019s is the oldest bar in Oklahoma, opened in 1896. Its antique bar was carved in Spain and shipped to California, and part of that bar survived a fire in 1993. At Eischen&#8217;s, you can enjoy some of Oklahoma\u2019s cuisine, including a fried whole chicken, Frito pie and fried okra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Foggy Bottom Kitchen, Broken Bow:<\/strong> At the Foggy Bottom Kitchen, you can enjoy some of Oklahoma\u2019s most famous dishes like chicken fried steak, catfish or a campfire hobo dinner. At Foggy Bottom, you will truly feel like you are in Oklahoma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More about Oklahoma<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/travel\/route-66-road-trip\/\">Route 66 Road Trip: Chicago to Los Angeles through 8 States<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are taking a road trip in the region, you won\u2019t want to miss taking a few days to explore everything Oklahoma has to offer. 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