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Odessa Itineraries
- Odessa in Three Days
Day 1: Oh, the Humanities!
Begin your day with a brisk walk around Memorial Garden Park. The charming sculptures adorn the path are set to entertain with whimsical scenes. Your art-appetite whetted, you’ll want to visit the Ellen Noel Art Museum next.
Exhibiting nationally renowned collections and artists, the Ellen Noel Art Museum presents contemporary art in a state-of-the-art facility. While you are there, visit the Sensory Garden. Designed for both sighted and non-sighted visitors, the Sensory Garden is an engaging way to interact with art.
The Presidential Museum and Leadership Library is just across the parking lot. The museum grounds host a former home of Presidents George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush. The MCM Elegante Hotel’s Shrimpboat Restaurant serves a delicious lunchtime buffet. After lunch, stop at the Stonehenge replica at The University of Texas at the Permian Basin.
History anyone? Your next stops will enlighten even the most informed history buff. The White-Pool House and the Parker House Museums both offer visitors a unique view into the lives of the settlers of the “Wild West.”
In the evening, relax and enjoy dinner and a show at Osaka Japanese Steakhouse. Sushi or steak, the Osaka Japanese Steakhouse will delight your senses. Later, catch a live performance at the Globe Theatre of the Great Southwest, a replica of the Shakespearian Globe Theatre in London.
Day 2: Fantastic Fun Sports!
Sports are BIG in West Texas! Begin with a tour of the Ratliff Stadium of Friday Night Lights fame. Explore the roots of MOJO and how it became a phenomenon. Walk across Grandview Street to enjoy a round at Ratliff Ranch Golf Links.
Hungry? Head downtown to enjoy European cuisine at Yana’s 615, a sweet, cottage-like restaurant offering salads, pastas, and their celebrated Chicken Palacinka. The exquisite dessert selections are prepared daily.
After lunch, create your own photo-op with Jack Ben Rabbit, the World’s Largest Jackrabbit. A gift from the Odessa Chamber of Commerce in 1962, it has become the “mascot” for the city.
Next, visit the quaint shops on Grant Avenue. Uniques, the Bookworm, and the Painted Poppy are all great for gifts and souvenirs you will cherish.
Dinner at the Barndoor Steakhouse and Pecos Depot is a unique experience offering a glimpse into the rich history and tall tales of the old west.
Afterward, select one of the many sporting events happening year-round. Choose Roughneck’s Arena Football and RockHounds Minor League Baseball in the summer and Jackalope’s Hockey in the winter or visit Desert Thunder Raceway to satisfy your need for speed. If you visit in January, check out the SandHills Rodeo!
Day 3: Shopping Anyone?
Visit the Music City Mall for shopping at department stores like Dillards, J.C. Penney’s and Sears then visit the local shops such as the NFL Man, Golden Brass, and Wholesale Imports. A quick skate at the Ice Rink or a trip on the vintage Merry-Go-Round will brighten your morning.
Nearby Jersey Girl Pizza and Juice Joint offers authentic Garden State Pizza in a casual atmosphere. Order by-the-slice, the whole pie, or enjoy a salad with their yummy homemade dressing and garlic knots.
Next adventure: Explore the Odessa Meteor Crater, the second largest meteor crater in the United States.
Authentic Tex-Mex fare is on the agenda at La Margarita. Try the enchiladas, tacos, burritos, or their famous fajitas for a true taste of Texas. Follow your meal with a fun night at a Texas honky-tonk. Dos Amigos has hosted legends such as Willie Nelson, Ray Wylie Hubbard and newer groups like Cross Canadian Ragweed and Los Lonely Boys.
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