Official Guide to Oklahoma City: North American Road Trip (Part 3)

In the previous installment, we focused on the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum. This time, we’re diving into the officially recommended must-see spots in Oklahoma City! 🥇 Top Recommendation: Oklahoma City Zoo The zoo’s star resident? Red pandas 🐼! Also known as "firefoxes" in English (yes, just like the browser!), these mammals live from southern China to the Himalayan foothills. They belong to the order Carnivora and the family Ailuridae. For years, there was debate over whether they should be classified under the bear family or raccoon family—but genetic analysis now confirms their closest relative is the raccoon (native to the Americas), so they’ve been placed in their own unique family: Ailuridae. What makes this zoo special? It’s all about family participation 👨👩👧👦—perfect for bonding while exploring wildlife! 🥈 2nd Recommendation: Science Museum Oklahoma This is a paradise for kids 🧪! Let them run free and explore to their hearts’ content—whether you stay for 1 day, 2 days, or even 3 days, parents can relax knowing the little ones are having fun and learning. No more stress about keeping them entertained! 🥉 3rd Recommendation: Bricktown Bricktown is all about trendy industrial style 🏭! Once-abandoned red-brick warehouses have been transformed into chic shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, and attractions. The red-brick-and-old-tile restaurants here might not serve the most visually stunning dishes, but trust us—they taste absolutely delicious 😋! 4th Recommendation: Museum of Osteology Let’s be real—this one’s for folks who love bone-in dishes (like braised pork ribs with sauce) 🦴! If you’re fascinated by skeletons and anatomy, this museum is a hidden gem. It’s quirky, unique, and definitely not your average tourist spot. 5th Recommendation: 45th Infantry Division Museum The 45th Infantry Division (U.S. Army) is part of the Oklahoma Army National Guard. It participated in World War II and the Korean War (and engaged in numerous battles with the Chinese People’s Volunteer Army). This museum is worth a visit—not just for history buffs, but also to see how the U.S. portrays the 45th Infantry Division’s role in the Korean War 📜. #TorontoLife #Travel #RedPanda #Zoo #AnimalsAtTheZoo