Timeless experiences abound in small Oklahoma towns. The air’s thicker, the colors are richer and the pace is just a bit slower. Visiting these less-traveled places is a sweet switch from the norm.
The nice part about living in a small town is that when you don’t know what you’re doing, someone else always does.– Immanuel Kant
Slow Your Roll
From Ada to Tishomingo, Ardmore to Sulphur, the makings of an unforgettable getaway await. Delve deep into each area’s specific southern culture, stopping to appreciate each new moment as it comes. The big city may have the lights, but spaces like these have just as much charm.
Slow down and enjoy life. It’s not only the scenery you miss by going too fast – you also miss the sense of where you are going and why.– Eddie Cantor
Take It Easy
See the latest pieces on display at The Vault Art Space and Gathering Place, a gallery embellished with early 1900s charm.
Order a round of premium chocolate milkshakes for the family at Bedré Café.
Experience a live show and the latest artist exhibition at The Goddard Center.
Sample a flight of fruit-infused wine with friends at The Rusty Nail Winery.
Kick back in a rocking chair on the porch of the Montford Inn and Cottages, sipping a strong cup of coffee as you watch the clouds float leisurely by.
Stop and Smell the Roses
Go ahead and ignore the clock. You won’t need it on this getaway.
Small Town Charm Destinations
In 1970, Ethel Goddard established the Charles B. Goddard Center for the Visual and Performing Arts in Ardmore, Oklahoma, in honor of her late husband. Today, the center serves to provide cultural experiences and arts education for aspiring artists and performers of all ages.
You don’t have to travel to the big city to receive a high-end luxury experience. Take an Adventure Road trip to Spa 211 in Tishomingo, and you’ll encounter a tranquil space to relax your body, revive your mind and replenish your spirit. At Spa 211, the mindset is that you shouldn’t have to drive hundreds of miles for the services you love and deserve.
Bedré Café, situated in The Artesian Hotel in downtown Sulphur, is a 1950s-style diner that serves made-to-order sandwiches, baked goods, cakes, pies, ice cream and, of course, chocolate. Bedré Café is a great place to bring the family for a delicious American meal in a fun environment.
The Rusty Nail is a locally owned and operated winery, tasting room, gift shop and bistro in downtown Sulphur. The winery is located in a restored building, constructed in 1906, that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Mix Mercantile brings together some of the best vendors in the Chickasaw Country area to offer unique gift items and the ultimate shopping experience. The Mix carries brands like American Paint Company, Faux Real Mineral Paints, General Finishes and Okie Dokie Tees.
Waddell Vineyards is a family owned and operated vineyard, winery and tasting room located in Ada, Oklahoma. What started as one acre of vines in 2007 has since grown to six acres of grapes with 20 different varieties of grapevines, creating unique, award-winning wines perfect for any occasion.
The Vault Art Space and Gathering Place, located in downtown Pauls Valley, embraces its historic roots while making new memories with the people of Pauls Valley. Here, you can view work by Oklahoma artists, attend exclusive events and mingle with other art lovers in the area. The Vault is definitely an up-and-coming hotspot on Adventure Road.
Since 1933, Bob’s Pig Shop in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, has been a hotspot for barbecue aficionados from all around. Open six days a week, this local joint features everything from traditional favorites to Tex-Mex specialties in a rustic, friendly environment.
Custom-designed to combine quaint elegance with country charm, Montford Inn & Cottages provides a relaxing bed and breakfast experience in the heart of the college town of Norman, Oklahoma.
