pretty neat variety here. they have bear snakes elephants flamingos and lots more. pretty big…read moregrounds.

I have been going here for 50+ years!…read more I miss the old corner post signs that were everywhere giving directions to the different parts of the zoo. Its mostly map dependent now. Sure, I can read a map, but that doesnt prevent the periodic "wrong turn" LOL. Those signs helped keep me on track. LOVED the dinosaur exhibit!!!! If you havent been to it, you should go! I ate at the Lotus food area for the first time. Hands down the best food and cost effective of any of the zoo food! Really liked the decor and atmosphere! Very clean, friendly service! We came right after a lunch rush and it was impeccably clean!

We travel the country and this is our favorite museum! We've been coming since 2022 and purchased…read morethe annual membership last year in order to also join NARM (highly recommend! We use that membership all over the country!). The Cowboy has something for everyone. We have several children of all ages, and they love it here. There are scavenger hunts & also a great play area outside, along with hands-on sites to explore Native American environments throughout history. Our kids also enjoy the Western film history area (they love Westerns), and really liked the immersive exhibit this year (2026). We love all the art at the Cowboy. The painting & sculpture collections are exceptional, with original Charlie Russells and Fredrick Remingtons, along with some beautiful Schreyvogel paintings and many other gorgeous works. The Prix de West room is amazing to explore - check out the 2026 winner, Kim Wiggins. Unbelievable. The film memorabilia is exceptional also - John Wayne was a founding member of the Cowboy (even helped open it on horseback) and so they have an amazing John Wayne collection, including some of his personal Kachina dolls. The rotating exhibits have ways been wonderful. The centennial Route 66 exhibit earlier in the year was a lot of fun, and the current TCAA exhibit is breathtaking. We can't speak to the events since we haven't been in town when they've happened, but we were involved with the Western Heritage Awards, and it's an exceptional event where you become a part of history. The board & donors' commitment to the arts & culture of the West was great to be a part of. We love the Persimmon Hill gift shop also - the kids always grab a Hank the Cowdog book on our way out, and their clothing and jewelry selection are beautiful. After you leave, check out their podcast as well (This Week in the West). Bite-size bits of important western figures and very listenable!

A lot more than I thought it would be. It's worth the admission. You'll learn more than you could…read moreever imagine about cowboys and girls. They have many exhibits to look at and read about, and movies to watch and learn from too. You can use a free AI photo area which will take a pic of you (that can be downloaded via your phone) that turns you into a cowboy. It's so cool. There's an area for kids outside. Scooters are free for use for elderly or disabled people.

The Oklahoma Railway Museum is NE of downtown OKC. It's a nonprofit, volunteer-run attraction…read morededicated to preserving and sharing the history of railroads in Oklahoma. They have all the cars, locomotives of all types and sizes, and a 19th century depot with gift shop. You can walk in most cars, get on a few engines and at certain times they offer rides. Not a very long one but cool for the kidos. They have different themes for the holidays as well as Halloween. At Christmas they have the Polar Express with story telling, hot chocolate and visits from Santa. It's priced reasonably. Whether your a train buff, or into the history or just want to see the trains it's a great place. Check for hours of operation.

My kids love the experience about Santa and performance, we were in the VIP cart, and we got some…read moresouvenirs mugs. They serve hot chocolate and walker shortbread, we have a tray that we can put our food so this is the main reason that I booked VIP cart so the drinks don't spill. However the trays are extremely dirty, they don't seem to clean them between rides. The hot chocolate also tastes like sweet brown water. Kids love the experience just ok for adults. Ambience: 10/10 Price:5/10 Food:5/10 Service: 10/10

Billy Joel's famous song - Uptown District - with his beloved model wife Elle MacPherson in the…read morevideo (who was like, 3 feet shorter than him), was about this OKC neighbourhood. True story. The Uptown neighbourhood is really great and rivals Plaza in some ways (not others) as the coolest neighbourhood in town. You have Tucker's Onion Burgers (my fave location) which are delicious - and then right next door you have a bunch of some of the best Chinatown stuff you can imagine in such a small City like Oklahoma City. Chinatown is technically separate from Uptown, but they're neighbours, so it works out. The Chinatown here is really growing and is surprisingly awesome. Try Quoc Bao for Banh Mi sandwiches, and the smoothies (Honeydew, Berry, Taro Coconut, Mocha) at Bambu. Now if you'll excuse me I have to hang out with Alexa Rae Joel.

Oh how I love this Uptown 23rd District- OKC! Let me count the ways!…read more First of all, there is The Drake. They have amazing oysters and mignonettes. Then there is 23rd Street Body Piercing. They will pierce your ears, nose and whatever else you can think of! Then there is Pizzeria Gusto, Thai House II, The Bunker Club, The Pump, T: an Urban Teahouse, etc. In other words, there is something for everyone.

Great way to spend the afternoon. They have something for all ages (toddlers, teens, adults). We…read morespent a couple hours but I think some families could easily make a day if the covered the entire Musuem or even had lunch. Don't forget to use your ASTC passport reciprocal memberships and save that coin!

We visit many museums across the country and have an ASTC passport membership and have visited…read moreseveral science museums. Be aware that if you use your ASTC Passport, it only covers two adults and two children, and it's a fairly expensive fee to get in. This museum is very large and has a couple dozen areas to explore, like weather, electricity, space, dinosaurs, fitness, pendulums, etc. The whole museum is hands-on, which our kids loved. Unlike other science museums, there are no actual artifacts here (like fossils), only replicas. Many of the exhibits are fairly outdated and many of the interactive components aren't working. It's also really dirty and worn-out. The foam blocks upstairs are filthy with brown gunk on them, and giant Battleship is also really yucky. It's almost a Chuck-E-Cheese meets science feel. It feels like the whole setup is unnecessarily spread out, but that may be to accommodate busy weekend or school crowds. One nice feature is that the planetarium is free, and has several different presentations throughout the day. Our family members that don't get motion sickness went and really enjoyed it. Best planetarium we've been to anywhere, and the presenter was excellent. In all, this was a mixed bag for us. Since the pace is so frenetic with things to do, and very light on information (like plaques or movies), we didn't feel like we learned much, but the kids did have a blast. I would definitely not pay full-price to come, but it was a nice place to spend a hot afternoon. For what it's worth, so far our favorite is the science museum in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Completely adorable LNS! The main shop keeper was friendly, helpful and so astute. They had a trunk…read moreshow happening that was great! Lovely selection of threads!

This is a wonderful shop with lots of fun canvases , fiber & notions. The staff are very friendly…read moreand helpful. I highly recommend coming in for a class and/or supplies.

I've been volunteering for People's with Disabilities Awareness Fay for 20+ years. We have been…read morehere for the past 14 years. This is a beautiful facility. I learn something new every time I'm here. If you live in Oklahoma, it is a must to visit. Honestly it would be a great day date. Super clean and the docents are very knowledgeable and happy to assist in any way.

The Oklahoma History Center stands as a premier Smithsonian-affiliated museum, spanning 215,000…read moresquare feet across five immersive galleries that chronicle the state's diverse narrative from Native American heritage to aviation milestones and the oil boom. With over 2,000 artifacts and interactive exhibits, it effectively brings Oklahoma's past to life, earning consistent praise for its well-organized layout and educational depth--make sure to give yourself enough time. Personally don't think it's good for young kids as they don't understand enough to enjoy. The adjacent Research Center offers free access to archives, enhancing its appeal for genealogy enthusiasts,

Went to Remington Park after a convention dinner with a group of friends…read more The good: Very close to Oklahoma City. Such an easy drive. Limited traffic at 10 PM. Parking is free and plentiful. The not so good: Smoking!! The casino is so smoky. I had to take a shower after getting back to our OKC hotel. Not a gambler, but they had no tables. Just slots. Lots and lots of slot machines. This isn't Vegas, baby. An interesting excursion, but would probably not go again.

Remington offers a nice combination of horse racing and casino. With dedicated entrances for each,…read morethey do come together so you can enjoy either or both activities. We stopped by to visit the casino on a non-racing day. The casino itself is one of the smokier casinos we experienced in our Oklahoma City travels, but they have plenty of machines and it was an overall good experience. The track appears quite nice, with lots of indoor and outdoor seating, and good views throughout. There are also plenty of concessions. If I were traveling again and in town during a racing day, I would actually look forward to returning to see some Oklahoma City horse racing.

I was over in the area snd hadn't been here in a while so pulled in. Did not realize they were…read moreclosed on Sunday so just checked out the grounds. With firefighters in the family and having been a volunteer firefighter back in my younger days it has a special meaning. Especially the Wall of Honor for the fallen. This is a great place to look at the history of fire fighting and some of the antique equipment they used. Highly recommended stop.

Small but mighty. A visit with a 2 yr old is always…read morequestionable. He was surprisingly interested. Most kids love Firetrucks. When you first walk in get pics with their heads in cutouts. To the side is a small toy firetruck to ring bell and another pic. Along wall are cases of antique toys and anything to do with firetrucks. Our grandson loved looking and pointed alot. I know he would of loved to get ahold of the things. Very interesting to see changes over the years. Several full size trucks on display along with pictures. Toward back a table for children to color, having several different fireman pictures. A case with newer Paw Patrol items was fun for grandson to see also. We purchased him a t-shirt too.