The heart and soul of Oklahoma is the small towns and we found 7 with the best downtown areas. Sure, you can visit Tulsa and Oklahoma City and experience big city life but if you’re looking for small-town charm with quaint Main Streets, keep scrolling.
1. Claremore
Claremore offers a historic downtown area full of unique shopping and dining establishments, the Will Rogers Raceway, the Cherokee Casino, and the J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum, along with many more interesting things to do. It's also home to the famous Will Rogers Museum, where you can explore the life and accomplishments of this celebrity.
2. Medicine Park
Medicine Park is best known for its quaint, cobblestone streets overlooking the gorgeous Medicine Creek at the edge of the Wichita Mountains in southern Oklahoma. It’s the kind of town that people travel from all over the state to enjoy the charm, character, and scenery not found in other small towns in Oklahoma.
3. Tahlequah
Voted as one of the Top 100 Best Small Towns in America, Tahlequah is a town located in northeastern Oklahoma that is full of charm, character, and Native American history. From shopping and dining to outdoor activities, this delightful town is impossible to drive through without stopping to check it out. You’ll be charmed by the small streets, interesting history, architecture, and so much more.
4. Sulphur
Sulpher is home to around 5,000 people, and it's truly delightful. The town is located right by the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, and also features some popular sulfur springs. This quiet place also hosts a wonderful community Christmas celebration that's worth a visit during the holidays.
5. Guthrie
From the moment you enter the city limits, you'll see that Guthrie isn't your typical small town. This unique city stands frozen in time, with historic buildings everywhere you turn. In fact, the entire city was named a National Historic Landmark District. Stroll through the center of town and shop for one-of-a-kind treasures or check out the local restaurants for great dining options.
6. Duncan
Main Street Duncan has been a member of the National Main Street Program since 1986. Gather with the community at parades, events, shops or get a cup of tea at The Mix Marketplace & Tea Room. You'll love the community spirit in downtown Duncan.
7. Shawnee
Many projects and developments are underway for reviving downtown Shawnee. You'll find many beautiful structures in town. The community has invested over 3 million dollars into revamping downtown in several phases. It is already underway and is looking fantastic.
Medicine Park is beautiful to visit year-round and is perfect for family getaways in the Sooner State. Click here to read more about it.
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