Roadside Attractions in Oklahoma City
1 place worth pulling over for in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with what each one actually is, what it costs and how long to give it.
Planning the stop
It's free to visit. It's a quick stop — under an hour. Hours and admission come from each attraction's own page, along with parking and directions.
Also worth a stop in Oklahoma
Ed Galloway's Totem Pole Park
Foyil, OK
This iconic Route 66 roadside landmark features the world's largest concrete totem pole, standing an impressive 90 feet tall. Built over two decades by retired teacher Ed Galloway, the park is a colorful folk-art masterpiece. It also includes a unique eleven-sided Fiddle House displaying hand-carved violins.
The Blue Whale of Catoosa
Catoosa, Oklahoma
Built in the 1970s by Hugh Davis as an anniversary gift, this massive iron-and-concrete whale is one of Route 66's most beloved landmarks. Visitors can walk inside the whale, climb its ladder, and enjoy a peaceful picnic by the pond.
The Blue Whale of Catoosa
Catoosa, Oklahoma
An iconic slice of vintage Americana, this whimsical 80-foot iron-and-cement whale has greeted Route 66 travelers since 1972. Built as an anniversary gift, it once served as a beloved local swimming hole. Today, it remains one of the most photographed roadside landmarks in the United States.