Guidebook to Norman
Sightseeing
The University of Oklahoma
660 Parrington OvalEmbrace the architecture and take in a game day!!
Dirty Bird Lake - as the locals call it Is fed by rivers and streams that collect and deposit the red dirt at the lake - giving it the nickname Dirty Bird. It’s red color is unique & stains clothing- don’t wear your white suits!! 😉
18 locals recommend
Lake Thunderbird
Dirty Bird Lake - as the locals call it Is fed by rivers and streams that collect and deposit the red dirt at the lake - giving it the nickname Dirty Bird. It’s red color is unique & stains clothing- don’t wear your white suits!! 😉
Lake Stanley Draper, Oklahoma City, OK, USA
Rose Rock Hunting. See our blog on bigfootslogcabin.
Music Scene
This place is a cool spot. An old filling station remodeled by Toby Kieth Into a local music spot. Toby can often be spotted there too and I’ve even seen him sing there at an event. They have lots of nightly events and car shows. The place is also featured in Toby’s music video American Ride.
6 locals recommend
Hollywood Corners
4712 N Porter AveThis place is a cool spot. An old filling station remodeled by Toby Kieth Into a local music spot. Toby can often be spotted there too and I’ve even seen him sing there at an event. They have lots of nightly events and car shows. The place is also featured in Toby’s music video American Ride.
Deli
309 White StFood scene
One of my top favorites. I love the Quinoa Stew and their cocktails!! The Bees Knees will get ya!!! My husband loves the tacos.
26 locals recommend
The Winston
106 W Main StOne of my top favorites. I love the Quinoa Stew and their cocktails!! The Bees Knees will get ya!!! My husband loves the tacos.
Neighborhood JAM
102 W Main StSuper fun Brunch. Lots of photo pops!!
Lots of food options here!!! About a 15 minute slow walk from the cottage.
34 locals recommend
Campus Corner
Lots of food options here!!! About a 15 minute slow walk from the cottage.
Locally roasted coffee. Go buy a bag if beans and sit down for a cup while you are there. Rob, the owner is often there.
10 locals recommend
The Yellow Dog Coffee Company, LLC
222 E Tonhawa StLocally roasted coffee. Go buy a bag if beans and sit down for a cup while you are there. Rob, the owner is often there.
The brunch here is very savory and delicious. Breakfast for dinner anyone?? Be sure to check their hours.
6 locals recommend
El Huevo Mexi-Diner
3522 24th Ave NWThe brunch here is very savory and delicious. Breakfast for dinner anyone?? Be sure to check their hours.
Bison Witches Bar & Deli
211 E Main StThe Mont
1300 Classen BlvdTarahumara's Mexican Cafe
702 N Porter AveBest customer service I’ve ever had.
Not Your Average Joe
Local Shop
Eclectic & fun little shop. Definitely worth a stop. The owner Rebecca is a huge advocate for all things good.
14 locals recommend
Stash
412 E Main StEclectic & fun little shop. Definitely worth a stop. The owner Rebecca is a huge advocate for all things good.
Museum
Free admission! It’s a stunning art museum.
Fred Jones Jr Museum of Art
555 Elm AveNational Weather Museum and Science Center
1200 W Rock Creek RdTraveler advice
Getting around
Classen is Porter, Porter is Classen
Classen turns into Porter or maybe Porter turns into Classen?!?!?
Getting around
Main is a 1 way
Just North of the home is Main Street- at that area MAIN STREET IS A ONE WAY STREET. Go one more block North to Grey to travel West.
Useful phrases
Boomer Sooner
Boomer Sooner means Go OKLAHOMA University. Often said back and forth in a Marco Polo Game Fashion. BOOMER…