Dallas to Missouri Road Trip

Key trip details

Itinerary

Dallas, TX—1 day
Oklahoma City, OK—Half a day
Wichita, KS—Half a day
Springfield, MO—1 day

Dallas

Where to eat in Dallas

Uchi Dallas
($$$): After training in New York, Tokyo, and Austin for over 10 years, chef and sushi master James Beard opened Uchi, bringing innovation to traditional Japanese. His love for experimentation coupled with his expertise is sure to delight any sushi-lover!
rise n°1
($$$): This charming yet wildly sophisticated restaurant, with locations in both Dallas and Fort Worth, will give you a unique dining experience—plus, the food will knock your socks off. Enjoy savory entrees like brie & cornichon baguettes or a Parisian jambon sandwich.

What to do in Dallas

Dealey Plaza
: History buffs will appreciate Dealey Plaza, the location where John F. Kennedy was assassinated in 1963—and you can learn all you need to know about this tragic and historic event at
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
.
Dallas Museum of Art
: Learn about the art history of Dallas and take in this museum’s other exhibitions while you’re in town.
The Dallas Arboretum
: Feeling tired of city exploration? Check out the Dallas Arboretum for your fill of plant life and greenery right in Dallas.
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
: If you’re in Dallas on a rainy day but you’d still like to see some nature, drop by this spot to get your daily dose of learning.

Where to stay in Dallas

The Fairmont
: Looking to stay overnight? The Fairmont, located right in the heart of the arts district, will provide you with the Texas hospitality you need. The hotel features a rooftop pool, a gym, and a chic restaurant. Cost per night: from $132

Dallas to Oklahoma City

Where to eat in Oklahoma City

Cheever’s Cafe
($$): Founded by Keith and Heather Paul, Cheever’s Cafe rests on a historic property, so you’ll get to enjoy your food with a wonderful Oklahoman ambiance. Chicken fried steak, carbonara, and cauliflower bread pudding are just a few of the entrees served here.
Charleston’s Restaurant
($$): A great spot for high-quality casual dining, Charleston’s offers multiple menus, including lunch and dinner menus, social hour menu, family meals menu, and even a gluten-free menu!

What to do in Oklahoma City

Catch a horse show: As the "Horse Show Capital of the World," you can’t leave Oklahoma City without attending an equine championship or event. Many of the shows are free (if not super affordable), so this is a must!
Oklahoma City Zoo
: The Oklahoma City Zoo is a great stop for animal lovers, with a special "Sanctuary Asia" section exhibiting a variety of Asian animals—from red pandas to Indian rhinos to Komodo dragons.
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
: And, for some contemporary and classic Western Art, check out this museum and get a feel for the old, wild west.

Where to stay in Oklahoma City

Skirvin Hotel
: Stay the night at this swanky and historic hotel. It has an art deco restaurant & cocktail bar, an indoor fitness center, and an indoor pool. Learn about its history while you’re around — legend has it that the hotel is haunted! Cost per night: from $155

Oklahoma City to Wichita

Where to eat in Wichita:

Kobe Steakhouse of Japan
($$$): Check out Kobe Steakhouse for a Japanese Teppanyaki dining experience, where your food will be cooked on a large hot plate at your table by your own personal chef.
Sabor Latin Bar & Grille
($$): In the heart of Oldtown Square in Wichita, Sabor Latin Bar & Grille offers South American inspired cuisine, with starts like mejillones y chorizo, specialties like sabor chicken paella and a polenta vegetarian tower, and handcrafted cocktails like their agave drop shooter.

Things to do in Wichita

Old Cowtown Museum
: This spot in Wichita is a live museum featuring actors and interactive exhibits—you’ll be sure to get a good sense of what life in the 19th century was like!
Sedgwick County Zoo
: If you didn’t catch the zoo in Oklahoma City, try stopping by the Sedgwick County Zoo in Wichita.
Kansas Aviation Museum
: View small planes up-close and learn about the history of Kansas Aviation at this unique museum.

Where to stay in Wichita

Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview
: While this hotel was renovated in 2011, its chandeliers, ornamental lobby decorations, and ballroom mosaic by Blackbear Bosin have been preserved. Cost per night: from $121

Wichita to Springfield

Where to eat in Springfield:

Fire & Ice Restaurant & Bar
($$): As Springfield’s only Ice Bar, Fire & Ice is a must-eat-at. You can watch your food get prepared with the restaurant’s open kitchen and enjoy sandwiches, soups, burgers, starters, and steaks.
Cafe Cusco
($$): Happy hour, gluten-free and vegan options, and wonderfully delectable Peruvian-inspired dishes make Cafe Cusco a unique find amidst Midwest eateries. Make sure to try the Tamal with their house-made hot sauce!

Things to do in Springfield:

Fantastic Caverns
: Just outside of Springfield, you can see the popular tourist attraction Fantastic Caverns, natural rock formations in underground caves that will prove awe-inspiring to all.
Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium
: This is the largest wildlife and fish attraction in the world, with exhibits including taxidermied animals presented in their natural habitats and a 1.5 million gallon aquarium.
Pythian Castle
: If you’re into cool buildings, be sure to check out Pythian Castle, a gothic masterpiece that’s been used both as an orphanage and retirement home.
37 North Expeditions
: For some time outdoors, explore Springfield’s park, trails, and rivers—you can even do a hiking trip through 37 North Expeditions, and experienced hikers will plan the whole thing for you!

Where to stay in Missouri

Bass Pro Shops Angler’s Lodge
: This hotel is a short distance from the Johnny Morris Wonders of Natural Life Museum and Aquarium, and its decor certainly might suggest as much. Stay here and discover America’s conservation capital.

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