Norman (Oklahoma)

Norman is a city in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma and in Cleveland County, is the third largest city in the state and is home to the University of Oklahoma (popularly known as OU) and the state's largest and flagship University.

Travel to Norman (Oklahoma)

Norman is located less than 30 minutes due south of Oklahoma City, and roughly 3 hours north of Dallas, on I-35. It is easiest to access by car, though there is limited Amtrak service to the area (train does stop in Norman), as well as bus service from Oklahoma City. An Airport Express shuttle will transport you from the Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City directly to your destination in Norman: +1 405 681-3311.

Travel on a Bus in Norman (Oklahoma)

There are multiple daily Greyhound buses from Dallas. The bus stop is located at 506 North Porter Ave.

By Rail

Amtrak serves Norman with its once-daily Heartland Flyer, running between Oklahoma City and Fort Worth, Texas. The southbound train depart around 9AM while the northbound leaves just before 9PM. Norman Station GPS 35.219916,-97.442871 is located at 200 South Jones Ave, close to Main St.

Get Around

Norman has a small transit system, so it's easier to get around by car. Areas around the OU campus can be visited on foot. CART and the local bus service with some service to Oklahoma City, is free to OU students and faculty and affordable for others.

What to See

Norman is home to the University of Oklahoma, a member of the Big XII conference. The OU campus and the heart of the city and is located north of Highway 9 and south of Boyd St. in between Elm St. and Jenkins. It has a 2 million-volume library open to the public, a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs, a law school, National Championship-winning football and men's gymnastics teams and one of the top women's basketball teams in the nation. It houses two major museums (see below, under Do).

Norman's small historic downtown, located on and around Main St. east of University, hosts an increasingly thriving array of local businesses, including:

• MAINSITE Contemporary Art - 122 E Main Street 35.221129, -97.442293 ☎ +1 405 360-1162 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11AM Monday - 4PM; also 6PM Monday - 10PM on second Fridays - A commercial gallery that shows cutting edge work by artists from near and far.

• Opolis - 113 N. Crawford Ave - A hip live music venue.

• The Performing Arts Studio 200 S. Jones Ave - Inside Norman's cute historic train depot, hosts concerts and exhibitions.

• Sooner Theatre - 101 E. Main Street 35.221187, -97.443193 - The Sooner Theatre Building, Norman, OK A Hosts a variety of live music and theatre performances.

Notable restaurants, bistros and cafes in the historic downtown (see full listings below under Eat and Drink): Benvenuti's (Italian), Sweet Basil Cafe (Thai), Winan's Fine Chocolates and Coffee, Coach's (sheesha lounge), Bison Witches Bar and Deli, The Diner (just like the name says), Pho Sooner Vietnamese Restaurant.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Norman (Oklahoma)

• Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art - 555 Elm Ave 35.22, -97.44 on the OU campus ☎ +1 405 325-3272 Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art Norman, OK - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art - University of Oklahoma and "Sphinx", a monumental sculpture by Colombian artist Fernando Botero - panoramio Houses a notable collection of French Impressionist art and a large collection of the Taos Society of Artists.

• Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History - 2401 Chautauqua Ave 35.1945, -97.4493 ☎ +1 405 325-4712 Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History SNOMNH Full Make sure to see the "Cooper Skull," the crushed skull of a now-extinct bison, which is the oldest known painted artifact in North America.

• George M. Sutton Wilderness Park 2000 12 Ave. NE - Is a great place to find a little country right in the city. It is small, but has so many trails that you can explore for hours. It is a peaceful and scenic place to walk or jog, with two or three ponds and native Oklahoma scenery.

• Norman has a surprisingly active local music scene. See especially the free Summer Breeze Concert Series, organized by the Performing Arts Studio and held in the evenings in local parks during the warmer months.

• The Crucible - 110 E. Tonhawa Street - A bronze foundry, gallery and sculpture garden. It is a couple of blocks from Main St. but worth the walk.

• Studio Zen Salon - 301 South Porter Ave 35.220723, -97.437585 ☎ +1 405 329-2859 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9AM Monday - 9PM, Saturday 9AM Monday - 5PM, Sunday 10AM Monday - 6PM - A full service salon and spa on the junction of Main and Porter in downtown Norman.

• Tribes 131 Native American Fine Art - 131 24th Ave. Northwest 24th is the 2nd light east of I35 on Main and the gallery is in the Westwood Shopping Center on the immediate right side of 24th, as you turn North off Main. ☎ +1 405 329-4442 Opening Hours: 10 -6 Free Norman's premier gallery for Native American Fine Arts, Jewelry & Gifts. A 20 year fixture in Norman, previously on Main street. The gallery has a vast inventory of some of the Nation's most seasoned artists. From contemporary to traditional and ledger art, all styles all mediums are represented. Website: tribes131.com
• National Weather Center - 120 David L Boren Blvd 35.18146, -97.43976 ☎ +1 405 325-3095 The National Weather Center is the headquarters of the OU School of Meteorology and houses many weather agencies, including the National Weather Service Norman forecast office, Storm Prediction Center, National Severe Storms Laboratory, and Oklahoma Mesonet. The National Weather Center also houses the Flying Cow Cafe. Reservations are required for tours, and visitors are encouraged to make reservations two to four weeks in advance. Visitors must check in with security upon arriving.

Gambling

If you win...|Chances are that, if you win it big in Norman and you are not a U.S. citizen your winnings will be subject to a 30% withholding tax from the IRS. That $10,000 slot winning can dwindle quite quickly if that is taken off the top. Not to worry though you can reclaim your gambling winnings tax through a 1042-S form. You should get this from the casino so don't lose it...it is your starting ticket to getting your gambling winnings back.

• Goldsby Gaming Center - 1038 West Sycamore Road Exit I-35 at Highway 9 and head east, continue to West Adkins Hill Road. Turn onto West Sycamore Road and follow to Goldsby Gaming Center. ☎ +1 405-329-5447 Opening Hours: 24/7 Goldsby Gaming Center is open 24 hours. Here, you can play games ranging from eGames to Bingo. Easy to access from I-35 and has a nice vibe for a smaller casino option. Grab a Burgers at the Goldsby Grill or head to the bar to watch sports on the big screen and enjoy a Coffee.

• Riverwind Casino - 1544 State Highway 9 35.1811, -97.5003 From I-35, Take Exit 106 ☎ +1 405 322-6000 Opening Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Riverwind Casino Riverwind Casino has over 2,700 electronic gaming machines with a poker room, 20 table games, keno and off-track betting. Inside are several restaurants including Willows Buffet, Chips 'N Ales and Seasons Food Court, which contains a Taco Bueno, Panda Express, Rick's Cafe and Burger King (Please do not support Burger King as Burger King supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant). There is a hotel on-site with 4 conference rooms and a 24-hour fitness center. For entertainment and there is the River Lounge, which houses local and regional music acts, and the Showplace Theatre, which brings in national touring music and comedy acts.

• Thunderbird Wild Wild West Casino - 15700 East State Highway 9 ☎ +1 405 360-9270

Study in Norman (Oklahoma)

• The Firehouse Art Center, 444 S. Flood Ave., offers classes in a variety of artistic forms.

Shopping

For truly distinctive Norman souvenirs, pick up T-shirts from Rusty's Frozen Custard and Guestroom Records.

Shopping areas

• Norman's Historic Downtown - Has a number of interesting shops, listed above in the "See" section.

• Campus Corner - just north of Boyd St. adjacent to the OU campus - Is also worth a shopping visit, especially for OU gear. Has a number of shops, restaurants worth exploring.

• Ed Noble Parkway - Which begins across Main St. from the Sooner Mall (just west of I-35), houses many large chain stores and restaurants (Bed Bath & Beyond, Home Depot, Chili's, Applebees, etc.)

Stores

• The Earth Natural Foods - 309 S. Flood Ave - Is a small but useful natural foods store that sells a great variety including bakery items, fresh produce, bulk spices, and Burts's Bees.

• Encompass Interiors 224 E. Main Street - Features custom designed furniture.

• Forward Foods - 123 E. Main Street - A nifty little gourmet grocery with a wonderful array of US and imported cheeses.

• Guestroom Records 125 E. Main Street - An independent record store with a very cool T-shirt.

• L & B Yarn Co. - 425 W. Gray - Has a beautiful selection of gourmet yarns and many knitting classes and events.

• Sooner Mall 3413 W. Main Street - Is undistinguished but supplies the basics.

• Vintage Vibe 311 W. Main Street - A vintage clothing store that also rents out period outfits (especially to OU students headed for theme parties).

Halal Food

• Benvenuti's 105 W. Main Street historic downtown - An expensive Italian restaurant that garnered an immediate following when it opened in March 2006.

• Chelino's 1331 Alameda Street - Mexican food.

• Copia on the Corridor 326 E. Main Street historic downtown - An intimate spot for weekday lunches, open 11AM to 2PM

• The Diner 213 E. Main Street historic downtown - A popular place for breakfast and brunch.

• Hideaway Pizzas 577 Buchanan Ave - Gourmet Pizzas. Tues evenings they have a Dim Sum style buffet.

• Il Dolce Gelateria - Robinson Crossing Northwest Corner of 1-35 and Robinson - Norman's first real Italian gelato and espresso. Locally owned and operated.

• Misal of India Bistro - 580 Ed Noble Parkway - Great Indian food and lovely atmosphere. Won Norman Transcript Reader's Choice Awards for Best Healthy and Vegetarian Restaurant, Lunch Buffet, and Best Place to Take a Date in 2007.

• Pad (Thai) 119 West Boyd Street & 1309 Jenkins Ave - Now has two locations near OU, one near campus corner on Boyd and the other near the stadium just southeast of campus. Great (Thai) food, locally owned and operated. The one on Boyd is larger and a little more upscale. Nice lunch specials.

• Pepe Delgado's 752 Asp Avenue Campus Corner - Good Mexican food with great daily specials. Vegetarian friendly.

• The Custard Factory - 1000 E. Alameda Plaza - A Norman landmark. Previously known as Rusty's Frozen Custard.

• Sweet Basil Cafe 211 W. Main Street historic downtown

Thai Food served in a nice atmosphere in Norman's historic downtown.

• Tarahumara's Mexican Cafe 702 N. Porter Ave - Great food - expect to wait on the outdoor patio before being seated.

• Taste of India - 1000 Alameda Street # 140B - Norman's favorite authentic Indian restaurant. It even has Indian popsicles.

• TEA Cafe 1241 Alameda Street - Asian fusion food and bubble tea.

• (Thai) Kumkoon - 1347 W. Lindsey - Excellent lunch buffet.

• (Thai) Raja 761 Jenkins AveA bit east of Campus Corner - Reasonably priced lunch buffet with many Vegetarian options.

• Turquoise Cafe 786 Asp Ave - Elegant gourmet dining in Campus Corner. Locally owned by two chefs and featuring local ingredients.

• Victoria's Pasta Shop 327 White Street Campus Corner - Homemade Pasta with a variety of sauces.

• Van's Pig Stand - 320 North Porter Ave 35.225132, -97.440969 ☎ +1 405 703-3000 Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11AM Monday - 9PM, F-Sa 11AM Monday - 10PM - BBQ.

• Bison Witches Bar and Deli 211 E. Main Street historic downtown

• The Spirit Shop 1117 Garver Street Corner of Main and Berry Road ☎ +1 405 321-3100 Opening Hours: 10-9 Monday to Saturdayt Norman's oldest and most extensive and stores. Thousands of hard to find fruit cocktails.

• Gray Owl Coffee 223 E Gray Street - In historic downtown. Artsy new coffee shop. Great teas and pastries as well.

• Il Dolce Gelateria - Robinson Crossing, at the Northwest Corner of 1-35 and Robinson - Brewing Italy's Lavazza espresso.

• The Library Grill 607 W. Boyd Street - Walking distance from OU campus. Small bar with relaxed atmosphere and a pleasant outdoor patio space. Serves organic juice from Coach's sheesha lounge.

• The Mont 1300 Classen Blvd - Bar and restaurant within walking distance of OU campus. Big outdoor patio space.

• TEA Cafe 1241 Alameda Street & 788 Asp Ave ☎ +1 405 366-1555 Bubble tea and espresso. New Campus Corner location now open.

• Michelangelo's Coffee and Wine Bar - 207 E. Main historic downtown - Coffee shop with a nice atmosphere and good Chocolates. Cafe style menu with artisan Pizzas, panini, etc. Local art and performances, bar, gourmet coffees and teas, free Wi-Fi.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Residence Inn by Marriott - 2681 Jefferson ☎ +1-405-366-0900 This hotel specializes in extended stay suites, making the rooms larger than the average hotel rooms with accommodations to make it feel like a home away from home.

• Montford Inn and Cottages - 322 Tonhawa Street ☎ +1 405 321-2200 Check-in: 4-9PM / Check-out: 12PM $99-$229 Built in 1994.

Travel Next

• Lake Thunderbird, a few miles east of Norman, offers great mountain bike trails (the Clear Bay Trails) as well as boating, camping and horseback riding.
• The Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge offers some nice hikes, plus the likelihood of a buffalo or longhorn cattle spotting. These are not enormous mountains, but the trails are scenic and relatively diverse.Approximately 90 minutes from Norman by car.

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