Location: Ardmore
Top Things to do in Ardmore
What to do and see in Ardmore, Oklahoma (OK): The Best Free Things to do
Ardmore is a business, cultural, and tourism city in and the county seat of Carter County, Oklahoma, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 24,283, with an estimated population of 24,950 in 2013. The Ardmore micropolitan statistical area had an estimated population of 48,491 in 2013. Ardmore is 90 miles (140 km) from both Oklahoma City and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, at the junction of Interstate 35 and U.S. Highway 70, and is generally considered the hub of the ten-county region of South Central Oklahoma, also known by state tourism pamphlets as "Arbuckle Country" and "Lake and Trail Country." Ardmore is situated about 9 miles (14 km) south of the Arbuckle Mountains and is located at the eastern margin of the Healdton Basin, one of the most oil-rich regions of the United States.
Restaurants in Ardmore
1. Greater Southwest Historical Museum
2. Ardmore Regional Park
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
3. Tucker Tower Nature Center
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4.5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By Traveling2learnmuch - Shawnee, United States
This is a great place to visit. First you visit the Lake Murray Nature Center, and the Tucker Tower is behind it. Make sure and put in the Tucker Tower into your GPS or you will end up in the middle of the state park among the trees. The Lake Murray Nature Center has some neat little displays about the history of the area and conservation. It also has a pretty observation deck that is great for pictures. It is also free. The Tucker Tower is a gem if anything for the views. It is a hard climb though. It is definitely not for those who are not up for difficult terrain and steep climbs. It has several floors of displays about the building of the tower, but the real treat is the view from the top. It is five floors up with the last floor being a winding staircase. You can see a breathtaking view of Lake Murray.
4. Ardmore Emporium Antiques
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4.0 based on 15 reviews
The Ardmore Emporium is located at the historical downtown Ardmore Main Street. Since 2010, the Ardmore Emporium and More has been Southern Oklahoma's source for antique , vintage merchandise, jewelry, and collectibles. We provide customers with our own unique brand of hospitality, value, and variety. From unique home décor to special gifts for family and friends. We are also a member of Adventure Road and we sell LovePop Cards! Ardmore Emporium offers an extensive and ever-changing inventory .
5. Gold Mountain Casino
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 24 reviews
Visit Gold Mountain Casino for one of the best gaming experiences in Carter County. Located less than 5 miles east of I-35, the 8,620 square foot casino features more than 275 electronic gaming machines. If winning is one of your favorite pastimes, this Chickasaw Country Destination should be your next stop!
Reviewed By Footprints792693
We had good luck with machines and the people were nice and helpful. Nice drive from WinStar if you want something smaller.
