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Oklahoma travel guide

The longest drivable stretch of Route 66 and deep Native American heritage.

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Capital
Oklahoma City
Best time to go
Apr–May, Sep–Oct
Daily budget
$ about $120–170 a day
Fly into
OKC Oklahoma City
TUL Tulsa

History

Top places to visit in Oklahoma

  1. Route 66

    Over 400 miles of the Mother Road.

  2. Oklahoma City National Memorial

    A quiet, powerful memorial and museum.

  3. Tulsa

    Art Deco buildings, Greenwood district and the Gathering Place.

  4. Wichita Mountains

    Bison, longhorns and granite peaks.

  5. First Americans Museum

    Stories of 39 tribal nations in OKC.

What to eat in Oklahoma

  • Fried onion burger
  • Chicken-fried steak
  • Fried okra
  • Pecan pie

When is the best time to visit Oklahoma?

Apr–May, Sep–Oct is usually the best time to visit Oklahoma. Budget-friendly: about $120–170 a day for one person, including a shared hotel room and meals.

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Budgets are rough mid-range costs per person, including a shared hotel room and meals. Always check opening times and prices before you go.