Best of Stillwater, OK
Known for its Land Run heritage
About Stillwater
Stillwater sits at the crossroads of U.S. Route 177 and State Highway 51 in north‑central Oklahoma, serving as the county seat of Payne County. With a population of 48,394 recorded in the 2020 census, it is the state's tenth‑largest city and part of the Stillwater Micropolitan Statistical Area, which had 78,399 residents in 2012. The city was founded during the first Oklahoma Land Run on April 22, 1889, when the Unassigned Lands were opened for settlement and became the core of the new Oklahoma Territory.
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Nooki
Nooki is a restaurant that serves Asian cuisine located at 405 South Washington Street.
View details →Best Hotels in Stillwater
18 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
Best Restaurants in Stillwater
49 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Stillwater
13 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Stillwater
17 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Things to Do in Stillwater
5 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Stillwater History Museum at the Sheerar
A local attraction in Wedgewood Addition.
Best Shops in Stillwater
52 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Stillwater
21 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University
A local park in West 6th Avenue.
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