Experience · Midland

Midland Museum & Park Adventure

Dive into the fascinating history of oil with interactive exhibits at the Permian Basin Petroleum Museum, a great learning experience for the whole family. Afterward, grab a casual lunch at Bubba's 33, which offers family-friendly American fare. Conclude your day with some outdoor fun at Hogan Park, letting the kids burn off energy.

A 3.5-hour Midland afternoon plan for families — Permian Basin Petroleum Museum, Bubba's 33, Dennis the Menace Park.

Duration
3h 30m
Cost
$50–$100
Stops
3 stops
Area
Skyline Terrace + 1 more
Walking
Light walking · Total 8.4-mile driving route
Best time
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Ideal for
Families · Kids · Solo · Adults
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Midland Museum & Park Adventure

The plan

The plan

  1. 1Permian Basin Petroleum Museum(1 hr 30 min)→
  2. 2Bubba's 33(1 hr)→
  3. 3Dennis the Menace Park(30 min)

Why this plan works

The stops span roughly 8.4 miles across Midland, so plan on driving — the order below keeps that driving in one direction. Permian Basin Petroleum Museum is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Dennis the Menace Park — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to families, families with kids, solo, and adults who want a planned Midland outing without improvising between stops.

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Overview

Dive into the fascinating history of oil with interactive exhibits at the Permian Basin Petroleum Museum, a great learning experience for the whole family. Afterward, grab a casual lunch at Bubba's 33, which offers family-friendly American fare. Conclude your day with some outdoor fun at Hogan Park, letting the kids burn off energy.

The itinerary

3 stops, one great day

  1. Permian Basin Petroleum Museum1
    1h 30m
    Permian Basin Petroleum Museum

    Arts & Culture

    Interactive exhibits interpret the history of oil, its geology & the industry's modern roots.

    What to do — Explore interactive exhibits that interpret the history of oil, its geology, and the industry's modern roots.

    Scout Side Quest

    Pick the weirdest piece of machinery you see and invent a ridiculous, made-up job for it.

    4.9 mi · 14 min drive

    Then A short drive will take you to a family-friendly restaurant for lunch.

  2. Bubba's 332
    1 hr
    Bubba's 33

    Food & Drink · Skyline Terrace

    Burgers, pizza & beer served alongside many large-screen TVs showing sports & music videos.

    What to do — Enjoy burgers, pizza, and other casual American fare in a lively setting with plenty of TVs.

    3.5 mi · 11 min drive

    Then Short hop over to Dennis the Menace Park.

  3. Dennis the Menace Park3
    Optional 30 min
    Dennis the Menace Park

    Outdoors · Ball Park

    Colorful 4-acre park featuring a playground, picnic tables, BBQ pits, a pavilion & restrooms.

    What to do — Thirty minutes of unstructured play at Dennis the Menace Park after a structured day.

    Scout Side Quest

    Cross the next open pathway in extreme slow-motion like you just landed on the moon.

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The route

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Common questions

Planning this outing

Is this a good Midland itinerary for families?
Yes. It's built for families, families with kids, solo, and adults and runs about 3 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at Permian Basin Petroleum Museum.
How long does this outing take?
Plan on 3 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Midland itinerary cost?
Roughly $50–$100 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?
Not entirely. The stops cover about 8.4 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
Do I need reservations?
No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.

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