Top Attractions to Do in Oklahoma

Let's start off with Oklahoma, the city where I'm currently settled in. Oklahoma is not very fascinating like New York or Florida, but it is an easy living standard city if you are looking to reside. The price for the house is fair and not expensive compared to a lot of other states.

If you are passing by or ever decided to come to Oklahoma for a vacation trip, it is highly recommended to stop by the Scissortail Park located downtown Oklahoma and its well-known illuminated sculpture Skydance Bridge that soars over Interstate 40 Highway. Near sunset is the perfect time to capture the perfect view.

Credit to: Casey Williamson Photography

Downtown has many different restaurants that is popular. Although you should stick close to downtown area and South of Bricktown area. Bricktown is very close to downtown and is located just East of downtown. It is safe and there is no pickpocket!

Ok, so what attractions are there in Oklahoma? Here are a couple on my list that I find quite interesting:

1. Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00AM-5:00PM, Sunday 12:00PM-5:00PM Admission Ticket: Adults $18, students (6-17 or college students) $15, Children (5 and under) Free Address: 620 N Harvey Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102 Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum is the most memorable and popular museum in Oklahoma history. April 19th, 1995 is the disastrous day that Oklahoman could never forget where the building was bombed and killed numerous innocent lives. Stop by to learn more about the history and how it all happened.

2. Myriad Botanical Garden Opening Hours: 9:00AM-5:00PM Admission Ticket: - Myriad Botanical Gardens: Free - Crystal Bridge Conservatory: Adult $10.50, Youth (5-17) $5.50, Age 4 & under Free Address: 301 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102 Myriad Botanical Gardens is my favorite place to take a walk and hang out with friends back when I was still in university. This place had improved a lot these past few years. It's located just North of Scissortail Park. If you go to Scissortail Park, be sure to also check out Myriad Botanical Gardens, as well. If you would like to learn about plants and their nature status, be sure to check out their conservatory just east side of the park, the building that looks like a greenhouse. On the left side of the conservatory building is a little water park and water stage. Couple and family would usually like to go there for scenery or picture taking.

Credit to: Casey Williamson Photography

This is a picture of me and K taking a picture at the water park for my engagement photoshoot. If you are engaged, getting married, or just need a family photoshoot, be sure to check out Casey Williamson Photography. She paid attention to details and is very creative in her work. Every year Casey only accepts a minimum number of clients. So, be sure to book yours early!

3. Oklahoma City Zoo Opening Hours: 9:00AM-5:00PM Admission Ticket: Adult $16, Child (3-11) $13, Age 2 & Under Free Address: 2000 Remington Pl, Oklahoma City, OK 73111 If you have kids or love animals, then this is a great place to add to your Oklahoma trip list. The Oklahoma City Zoo is a home to 1900 animal species. This is one of little Z favorite attraction. Oklahoma City Zoo also had an option for Wild Encounters at an extra fee that you could purchase on their website where you get to experience being close to the animal and interact with them from behind the scenes. So, join along and meet the animals!

4. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00AM-5:00PM, Sunday 12:00PM-5:00PM Admission Ticket: Adult $15, Child (6-12) $5, Age 5 & under Free Address: 1700 NE 63rd St., Oklahoma City, OK 73111 This museum is an institution about Western history, art, and culture. Oklahoma was once an Indian territory because of many states led to the passage of the Indian Removal act in 1830 and because of that, Indians were forced to move to Oklahoma. It's a great experience to anyone who would like to know about the history of Oklahoma.

5. Factory Oscura - Mix-Tape Opening Hours: Monday, Wednesday-Thursday 11:00AM-7:00PM, Tuesday Closed, Friday-Saturday 11:00AM-8:00PM, Sunday 12:00PM-6:00PM Admission Ticket: Adult $22, Child (4-12) $15, Age 3 & Under Address: 25 NW 9th St., Oklahoma City, OK 73102 If you would like to try something different and groovy, then Factory Oscura is for you! The duration period of time that you could be in there is 45-60 minutes from the time that you chose. This is an exciting adventure for kids as there is a lot of lighting and a lot of art. My little Z loves it, and she thinks it's a lot of fun!

6. Orr Family Farm (Seasonal) Opening Hours: Varies Admission Ticket: Varies Address: 14400 S Western Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73170 Orr Family Farm is one of my favorite places to go to once or twice a year. They have so many different games, foods, and things to do for every season. Kids gets to ride on ponies. Little Z likes to come here to hang out and play with the animals. She loves to ride ponies. They have many farm animals that kids could play with. They also offer a lodging experience in a teepee or Conestoga wagon where you could stay for the night. Great for a getaway experience! Check their website often for exclusive events that they offer seasonally. Their prices could be a bit pricey but it's worth the experience.

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