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Highest-rated things to do in Oklahoma by visitors

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When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.

If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity's charmingly dated website is a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal. Over in Arizona, you might be surprised to find that it's not just the Grand Canyon that tempts travelers to its desert landscape鈥攊t's also one-of-a-kind venues like the Musical Instrument Museum, where music enthusiasts can find over 7,500 instruments from 200 countries around the world.

Indeed, even if you've lived in Oklahoma your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Oklahoma reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.

compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Oklahoma using data from . Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of Aug. 15, 2025.

Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Oklahoma, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.

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#30. The Holy City

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#30. The Holy City

- Rating: 4.2/5 (317 reviews)
- City: Lawton
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#29. River Spirit Casino Resort

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#29. River Spirit Casino Resort

- Rating: 3.4/5 (582 reviews)
- City: Tulsa
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#28. Robbers Cave State Park

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#28. Robbers Cave State Park

- Rating: 4.3/5 (293 reviews)
- City: Wilburton
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#27. BOK Center

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#27. BOK Center

- Rating: 4.4/5 (911 reviews)
- City: Tulsa
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#25. Centennial Land Run Monument

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#25. Centennial Land Run Monument

- Rating: 4.7/5 (573 reviews)
- City: not available
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#24. Tiger Safari Zoological Park

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#24. Tiger Safari Zoological Park

- Rating: 4.6/5 (654 reviews)
- City: Tuttle
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#23. Chickasaw National Recreation Area

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#23. Chickasaw National Recreation Area

- Rating: 4.6/5 (394 reviews)
- City: Sulphur
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#22. 45th Infantry Division Museum

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#22. 45th Infantry Division Museum

- Rating: 4.7/5 (367 reviews)
- City: not available
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#20. Gilcrease Museum

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#20. Gilcrease Museum

- Rating: 4.7/5 (877 reviews)
- City: Tulsa
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#19. Tulsa Zoo

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#19. Tulsa Zoo

- Rating: 4.2/5 (1,098 reviews)
- City: Tulsa
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#18. Science Museum Oklahoma

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#18. Science Museum Oklahoma

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,065 reviews)
- City: not available
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#17. Oklahoma City Museum of Art

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#17. Oklahoma City Museum of Art

- Rating: 4.5/5 (790 reviews)
- City: not available
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#15. Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

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#15. Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

- Rating: 4.8/5 (663 reviews)
- City: Bartlesville
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#14. Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge

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#14. Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge

- Rating: 4.7/5 (528 reviews)
- City: Indiahoma
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#13. Center Of The Universe

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#13. Center Of The Universe

- Rating: 4.0/5 (497 reviews)
- City: Tulsa
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#12. Oklahoma Aquarium

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#12. Oklahoma Aquarium

- Rating: 4.4/5 (957 reviews)
- City: Jenks
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#10. Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden

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#10. Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,955 reviews)
- City: not available
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#9. Beavers Bend State Park and Nature Center

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#9. Beavers Bend State Park and Nature Center

- Rating: 4.4/5 (625 reviews)
- City: Broken Bow McCurtain County
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#8. The Cave House

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#8. The Cave House

- Rating: 4.8/5 (279 reviews)
- City: Tulsa
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#7. Myriad Botanical Gardens

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#7. Myriad Botanical Gardens

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,000 reviews)
- City: not available
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#5. WinStar World Casino and Resort

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#5. WinStar World Casino and Resort

- Rating: 3.3/5 (2,037 reviews)
- City: Thackerville
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#4. Philbrook Museum of Art

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#4. Philbrook Museum of Art

- Rating: 4.8/5 (1,348 reviews)
- City: Tulsa
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#3. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

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#3. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

- Rating: 4.7/5 (2,401 reviews)
- City: not available
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#2. Bricktown

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#2. Bricktown

- Rating: 4.4/5 (2,621 reviews)
- City: not available
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#1. Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum

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#1. Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum

- Rating: 4.9/5 (5,344 reviews)
- City: not available
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 51 states.

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