Claremore, Oklahoma travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Claremore is in the Green Country region of Oklahoma. Claremore is famous for being the birthplace of legendary Will Rogers. It is also famous to locals because of Cherokee casino and resort. It is about 30-45 minutes northeast of Tulsa, the largest city in Green Country.

3 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat · 4 places to stay

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Best things about Claremore

J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum

A "walk through history" of firearms, Native America artifacts, old west memorabilia, more than 1,200 beer steins and antique music boxes. Originally based at the former Mason Hotel (1910-1974, now the Mason Center) as a…

Will Rogers Memorial Museum

Nine galleries, three theatres.

Cherokee Casino Will Rogers Downs

Cherokee Casino racing, slots, Oklahoma's largest RV park.

Claremore Museum of History

Little things about Claremore, like the Oklahomaǃ musical by Rodgers and Hammerstein for instance.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 94°F; winter lows dip to about 28°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: May and Jun. (climate data from nearby Tulsa)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
TUL Tulsa International Airport, Tulsa — 17 mi away (major hub). Directions
XNA Northwest Arkansas National Airport, Fayetteville/Springdale/Rogers — 73 mi away. Directions

You'll have to take a flight into Tulsa, if you choose to fly, otherwise, Interstate 44 the Will Rogers Turnpike (toll road) runs through Claremore, with Joplin, Missouri to the northeast and Tulsa and Oklahoma City to the southwest. Historic Route 66 through Claremore is Oklahoma state highway 66, retained as a toll-free alternative to I-44 between Tulsa and OKC.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

Places to stay listed here: about $55–$69 a night (typical $65), from 4 listed prices.
Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$100, mid-range ~$140, comfortable ~$240.

See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum, Will Rogers Memorial Museum
Lunch Hammett House Restaurant
Afternoon Cherokee Casino Will Rogers Downs, Claremore Museum of History

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder