Things to do & places to visit in Norman, Oklahoma, United States

Norman city in Oklahoma, United States. Timezone: America/Chicago, current date and time: Sunday, April 28, 2024, 19:55.

Top things to do (21)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 James Garner Statue (9 reviews)
- A Great Tribute
Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues

Jim was my Uncle, I lived my life in his image and honor. I became an Arson/Fire Cause and Origin Investigator, and some on my Fire Department that knew Jim was my Uncle, started calling me Rockford Jr.. I had to put a stop to that.. Fireman !!!! Although I have never been to Oklahoma, I'm retired now, I'm going to make it point. and I appreciate the comments about Jim, there's only One Maverick, there' only One Rockford See more..
5.0 Donal W. Reynolds Performing Arts Center (2 reviews)
- MAGNIFICENT!
Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries • Art Museums

We have attended MANY events here and enjoy every one of them in this historic venue on the University of Oklahoma campus. See more..
5.0 Ruby Grant Park And Playground (1 review)
- Finally a great park for the rest of us!
Parks
This park has great facilities for people with diverse interests. First, the playground is awesome! We took our granddaughter here and she had a great time. Clever toys, things to do, and stuff I've never seen before. Some are set up so you can play along with your children. Lots of benches, and even some "mist sprayers" for the hot summer days. The playground is completely fenced in so little ones can't wander off. Second, the park has nice trails for walking/running (not good for bikes or strollers though as most are gravel), and several really nice pavilions for picnics and parties. Third, the park includes a very nice dog park (over by interstate drive) with separate facilities for large and small dogs. My dog really enjoys it...very large area, lots of trees, separate parking lot, etc. Very nice park! See more..
5.0 Moore-Lindsay Historical House Museum (1 review)
- Great tour
Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Architectural Buildings • History Museums

The Moore-Lindsay Historic House Museum is an 1899 Queen Anne Victorian style home that was owned by two of Norman's early prominent residents, William Moore and Harry Lindsay. Come visit the museum for a trip back in time to the early 1900s of Norman and Oklahoma Territory. This museum includes many original furnishings as well as temporary local history exhibits and an interactive space for kids. See more..
4.5 Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History (465 reviews)
- Night at the Museum
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Natural History Museums

My friends and I enjoyed the adult only evening at the Museum. They had trivia, a scavenger hunt, food, and painting. It was a fun time, and the 3 hours of the program went by pretty quickly. If any time you see this Museum having another event like this, I recommend you try it, especially if it's for you. See more..
4.5 Oklahoma Memorial Stadium (264 reviews)
- Boomer Sooner
Arenas & Stadiums

Went to OU-Baylor during the COVID pandemic. OU did a fantastic job spacing seats. We were very comfortable with the crowd level at the game. Very enjoyable evening. Would have liked to see the OU band and all the pageantry of the typical game day experience, but happy to just get the chance to see any OU football during COVID. See more..
4.5 Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art (169 reviews)
- Art Galore
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Art Museums

I regularly travel down to Norman to experience this museum due to the incredible works you can see. There are few places in Oklahoma where you will see Monet’s beside Van Gogh. This and a WHOLE bunch more await you. This was the first place I ever saw a war depiction painting by Norman Rockwell and it’s moving! Student art exhibits are outstanding. There are mixtures of classical art with western art and native collections. Truly a phenomenal collection right here in the middle of Oklahoma! The gallery changes every few months so each trip is a new experience. See more..
4.5 National Weather Center (128 reviews)
- Stunning Facility, Especially for Weather Geeks
Educational sites

The National Weather Center is pretty cool. I had a tour there and got to see the doppler on wheels, the SPC, and the observation deck on the top floor. They have a cafe inside though we didn't eat there. On a nice day there are a lot of solid outdoor photo ops. I might be a bit biased because I'm a prospective meteorology student at OU, but this place is really nice. Even if you are just a casual visitor and aren't really into meteorology, I would still recommend checking it out as the tour was completely free and wasn't overly technical or scientific. See more..
4.5 Native Spirits Winery (22 reviews)
- Nice place! Kid friendly!
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wineries & Vineyards

Enjoyed chatting with the owner while we had 5 free tastings. Found a few sweet wines I liked. I’m just not a fan of tasting in the little plastic cups. I love the outdoor space that is kid friendly! We will return when in the area! See more..
4.5 National Weather Museum and Science Center (17 reviews)
- Must See for Weather Geeks
Spent 1-2 hours Science Museums

The scientist and community leaders that started the National Weather Museum and Science Center wanted to establish a museum that would house historical meteorological instruments and interactive displays and but also serve as a place to learn about weather and science. The purpose was to preserve the history and highlight the future of weather observing, forecasting and research. See more..
4.5 Firehouse Art Center (13 reviews)
- Center for Local Artists and Students
Sunday: Educational sites

This site, a former Norman Fire Department location, is now a center piece of local artists for several decades. Pottery (it has kilns), drawing and painting classes for all ages and a gallery and gift shop makes this place special to visitors and participants. See more..
4.5 Tribes 131 (9 reviews)
- Fantastic Gallery-Norman's Best
Art Galleries

Specializing in American Indian, Southwest and Western Art. This full line gallery carries a broad array of Original Paintings, prints, sculptures, bronzes, textiles, pottery, baskets and much more! See more..
4.5 Sooner Theatre (8 reviews)
- Great theater
Theaters

For a local theater there is a great variety of shows. You need to make sure the show is suitable for your family. Choices run to very family friendly to adult. The summer arts program is excellent. Kids put on a show at the end of the period. Great talent, There are also several visiting artists throughout the year. I've seen plays I did not care for, but they were done very well. I encourage you to check out available shows. See more..
4.5 Discovery Cove Natural Center (6 reviews)
- Amazing! Always worthwhile!
Spent 1-2 hours State Parks
Staff is extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Have attended First Day Hikes (on January 1) and Eagle Watch at the center. Learned a lot from the guides and staff. Great for all ages. Highly recommended See more..
4.5 George Miksch Sutton Urban Wilderness Park (4 reviews)
- Tour de Prairie.
Parks • Jogging Paths & Tracks
An urban wilderness walled in by cedar trees and Hedge-apple trees. It is really neat. You get an idea what Norman looked like before the Land Run. (Grassy and bumpy Haha) the trails wonder around a pond. Its a hole 160 ac quart section but the trails only cover a portion of that. No camping or bikes. Lots of wildlife if you know where, and what to look for. It has grasslands, wetlands, and woods. See more..
4.5 Calypso Cove Marina (3 reviews)
- Welcome Getaway
Spent 2-3 hours Marinas

Calypso Cove Marina is located on Lake Thunderbird in Norman, Oklahoma. We’re a full-service marina with fuel dock, wet / dry boat storage, and watersport rentals including pontoon boats. Our Ship Store features weekly food specials, live bait, beer, and anything else you might need for your day at the lake. We’re open 8 am to 8 pm during the summer months. See more..
4.5 Dillards (3 reviews)
- Love this store
Department Stores
I'm greeted and once i inform the salesperson what i'm looking for i am please with the results every time See more..
4.0 Historic Campus Corner District (71 reviews)
- Cyndy
Spent More than 3 hours Neighborhoods

Historic Campus Corner District is home to over 75 retail, dining and entertainment facilities with a nostalgic University atmosphere. Located just across the street from the University of Oklahoma Campus Corner has been serving the needs of students and the community since the early 1900's. See more..
4.0 Lloyd Noble Center (16 reviews)
- Great Basketball Venue with Quality Staff
Spent 1-2 hours Arenas & Stadiums

The Lloyd Noble Center was an excellent venue to take in a basketball game. I watched the Oklahoma Sooners women's team defeat the TCU Horned Frogs. The facility was easy to access and the ticketing staff was a pleasure to interact with coming into the stadium. The seating is comfortable and the view of the court was just fine. The murials of past Oklahoma basketball and gymnastics team on the upper concourse was fascinating and presented very well. See more..
4.0 Redbud Ridge Vineyard & Winery (3 reviews)
- Must go and try
Wineries & Vineyards
An Oklahoma wine maker, and really nice guy. All of the wines are fantastic, and generally on the drier side of the spectrum. See more..
4.0 S & J Marketplace (1 review)
- Probably the best antique shop in Norman
Spent < 1 hour Antique Shops

S & J is a fairly large antique mall in Norman. It is extremely well organized but the prices are high compared to antique stores in nearby OKC. They do have the best and most completely categorized collections of vintage artwork and advertising that I have ever seen. If this is your interest this shop is a must see! One of the pictures I submitted shows the artwork collection. The shop is clean, well decorated and has a good variety. The main drawback when we were there was that the man running the shop seemed totally disinterested in us even when I said hello. Different vendors do have sales going and you can often find a bargain there. Nice little place. A little more friendly and they would have gotten a 5. See more..
4.0 Circa. (1 review)
- Interesting shop specializing in boutique, artisan, upcycled, and handmade items
Spent < 1 hour Antique Shops

A decent selection of antiques focused on decorator and chalk painted items. They even offer classes in how to paint your own. A number of offbeat and interesting items like a vintage TV with an aquarium for a screen, and computer keys recycled as fridge magnets. My wife found a fall themed ceramic house for her collection. A very unusual and eclectic collection. See more..
3.5 Riverwind Casino (766 reviews)
- Horrible
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Casinos

Riverwind Casino offers more than 2,800 electronic games and 19 table games, includingCafé, Taco Bueno™ and Panda Express®. Located right in the middle of the casino floor is the Energy Bar, a full bar featuring gaming machines built into the bar.Don’t feel like walking far to park your car? Drop it off at our North or South Valet, and take just a few steps to be on the casino floor. And if you’re too tired to even drive home, stop at the Riverwind Hotel, attached to the casino’s south side by a walkway. The hotel, outfitted with the latest luxurious amenities, has 100 guest rooms, including nine spa suites, a junior suite and a governor suite and is sure to be your gateway to relaxation. For our guests who need to travel by airplane, we are conveniently located 23 miles from Will Rogers World Airport. Nearby is Oklahoma’s “most unique entertainment destination”, the Bricktown Entertainment District, as well as the Winter Creek Golf Course, Sooner Mall, and the University of Oklahoma. See more..
3.5 Lake Thunderbird State Park (116 reviews)
- Beautiful Lake with Great Mountain Bike Trails
State Parks

Lake Thunderbird State Park has some very hilly mountain bike trails, a nice change from the normally flat terrain of central Oklahoma. While the trails were quite sandy, they are decently taken care of and can easily be handled by both new and experienced mountain-bikers. The trails are accessible to hikers and parking is very easy. A great place to spend the day! See more..
3.0 Thunderbird Casino (53 reviews)
- best place to play blackjack
Sunday: Casinos

this casino is practicing social distancing as I play blackjack and they have put up plexiglass dividers between the players and the dealer. I play double deck blackjack and with them having a 10 dollar minimum table and no ante through the week this is the best place to play in the Norman area. I went out as I have had both of my vaccine shots and went out to play and the dealers were hot! it happens I sat through 3 different dealers but they were all not busting and pulling 4 cards into a 20 or 21 it happens. Anyways the pit boss will always give you a ten dollar comp for table play so it is my favorite place See more..
3.0 Elusive Antiques (1 review)
- Primarily vintage and retro clothing, good selection if that is what you are after
Spent < 1 hour Antique Shops

Small shop off West Main in Norman. At least half the stock is vintage and retro clothing. Prices seem high to me for the items I looked at. If you are looking for costume clothing this would be a great stop. If you are more into antiques the selection is minimal and pricey. See more..
Robinson's Repurposed (0 review)
Antique Shops
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Black Mesa Brewing (0 review)
Breweries
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CrossPointe Church (0 review)
Churches & Cathedrals
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LifeSpring Church (0 review)
Churches & Cathedrals
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