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City in Oklahoma, United States
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Stillwater, in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma, is home to Oklahoma State University (OSU). It has a distinct small town feel combined with a uniquely welcoming mid-west atmosphere, and OSU brings a young diverse population further enriching the city's culture. The population of 50,000 (2019) varies depending on the time of year from a peak during OSU's homecoming football weekend to the less crowded summer when most students are on break. Stillwater has several districts each with their own unique atmosphere and places to enjoy. Whether you are looking to shop in Downtown Stillwater's boutique shops, enjoy outdoor recreation on the edge of town, or wanting to live it up at a famous bar on The Strip, Stillwater has a place for everyone.
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The OSU Botanic Garden
OSU's Botanic garden demonstrates gardening techniques and beautiful landscapes for all ages.
OSU
The heart of campus is located between University Ave. Knoblock Ave. and Hall of Fame Ave. Take a daily week day or self guided tour. View campus map
Stillwater's an Payne Count's History Museum
Postal Plaza
Formerly a post office, this museum opened in 2014 and shows internationally recognized exhibits.
Largest park in town with a 3-mile (5-km) paved path around a lake.
Tickets are available.
Oklahoma State University is known for its men's wrestling, football and basketball teams and its women's equestrian, soccer, and softball teams, meaning that most weeks, there is a match to see. Venue locations and prices vary.
Offers tent and RV camping, swimming, boating, rent kayaks and 28 miles of multi-use trails. 18 hole disc golf and plenty of wildlife.
Offers equestrian and mountain biking trails, swimming, boating, skiing, fishing, and camping options. Owned and operated by OSU.
The most famous restaurant and bar in town. It serves American style food and at night changes to a bar setting with live musical acts performing regularly.
Sister restaurant to Eskimo Joe's.
Oklahoma's oldest pizzeria, founded in 1957. In 1977, the board game Pente, a variation on a traditional Japanese game, was invented here. Popular place for locals and visitors with coffee shop inside. If you can't decide on the best pizza, go for the special, which has a different topping on each slice.
Great barbecue on the west side of Stillwater
This Japanese restaurant offers food similar is similar to fondue, except they use boiling broth. Expect dinner to take over an hour. Reservations are recommended.
Located in Fountain Square, this is a hidden gem. Can eat a totally vegetarian meal. For mid-scale sushi one of the best values anywhere in the country.
Cheap hot dogs and burgers, a favorite for college students to visit between bars.
Best greasy spoon in Stillwater. Great after a long night of drinking on the Strip. Cheap, too.
The Pit Volleybar
Fun barbecue place, has great brisket. Also has a sand volleyball court in the back.
Has four bars inside the restaurant to serve the crowds of thirsty college students who frequent the establishment. A popular drink to order is the Skylab Fallout, but be careful!
An non-smoking Irish pub with a large beer selection located in the heart of downtown.
A length of Washington St. between University Ave. and Sixth St. that is the home to many bars including:
Famous for being the location of Garth Brooks' first public performance.
A lively coffee house and roastery, offering fresh roasted coffee, espresso drinks, smoothies, and light cafe fare
With a steakhouse.
Indoor pool, restaurant, breakfast.
Find books and official OSU Cowboy (Pokes) memorabilia.
Located just to the west of the restaurant, is the place to buy a Joe's shirt and other memoribilia.
From the Oklahoma City area, Stillwater can be reached in an hour's drive by travelling north on I-35 and then travelling east on Highway 51.
Read in the guideBy bus
The Oklahoma State University Community Transit System provides excellent service for getting around town via 6 routes from 6:20AM to 7:15PM.
By car
Stillwater is also easily navigated by car, and the city has several car rental agencies.) serves as the main North-South route. Both offer quick travel from one end of the city to the other.
By bicycle
Many streets are marked to be shared with bicycles, while others have dedicated lanes directly next to the road and a few dedicated routes. Visitors can rent a bicycle from OSU's OrangeRide program.
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