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Any tour exploring the history of the Chisholm Trail, cowboys and cattle drives, or the culture of the untamed West would not be complete without a visit to Duncan, OK.
A wealth of museums, historical sites, and tradition awaits you; let us assist you in making the most of your group's visit.
The Duncan Convention and Visitors Bureau has many options for your group or tour. Below are listed a few of our sample itineraries, but our specialty is custom-planning a visit in Duncan specifically to meet your group's needs. Contact us for more information.
 Chisholm Trail Tour1-800-782-7167 The Chisholm Trail ran from the stockyards in Fort Worth, Texas to Abilene, Kansas and right through Duncan. You will feel like you are on the trail when you visit the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center. Featuring the southwest's largest western-themed bronze statue, meet and learn from Jesse and Tex, whose life-like figures talk to you about life on the trail, use all your senses to experience the Old Trail in the multi-sensory Chisholm Trail Experience Theatre, and view additional dioramas, displays, and an art gallery. Then travel with a historian as your guide to the Trail Ruts at Monument Hill where visible remains of the famed Chisholm Trail etched by the millions of cattle can still be seen. Tour options include a chuck wagon meal with a variety of dishes.
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 Historic Duncan Tour1-800-782-7167 See what made Duncan what it is today; from the Chisholm Trail to Halliburton. Visit the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center, the Stephens County Historical Museum, and the original location of Halliburton.
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 Historic Homes Tour1-800-782-7167 A step on guide will lead you through multiple historic homes and churches in Duncan, including the Foreman Prairie House. Built in the style that made Frank Lloyd Wright famous, this house was built for one of Duncan's first citizens. The community completed an extensive renovation to return it to its former original condition. See various styles of architecture and be intrigued by the events that occurred at each. Many of the buildings are now on the Historical Registry.
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 Main Street Duncan Historic Stepping Stone TrailMain Street Duncan, OK 73533 (580) 252-8696 Visit WebsiteEnjoy the history of Duncan from the Chisholm Trail to the present by reading the sidewalk stepping stones in historic downtown Duncan.
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 Simmons Center800 Chisholm Trail Parkway Duncan, OK 73533 (580) 252-2900 Visit Website A breathtaking 105,000 square foot, multi-purpose complex incorporating flexible meeting room setups, a sports facility, and performing arts theater which can be utilized for meetings and conventions as well. The sports/recreation facility includes a 25-meter indoor pool, walking/jogging track, saunas, whirlpool, gyms, courts for basketball, racquetball, walleyball & handball, and the latest in strength and conditioning equipment as well as classes. Low-cost day passes are available.
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 Water Garden Tour1-800-782-7167 The Water Garden Society of Southern Oklahoma invites groups to visit the water gardens of members of the society. Every pond is unique, varying in size from a small tub to 6,000 or more gallons. Most have been built by their owners, thus reflecting each individual's personality. They will contain a large variety of water and bog plants, as well as Japanese Koi, goldfish, Shubunkins, and other wildlife that nature has added to make life interesting. Tours are given in spring and summer: advance notice is required.
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