Historical architecture within the town includes the 15th century Chapel of St James and Okehampton Castle dating from Norman times.
The Museum of Dartmoor Life in Okehampton gives a good overview of the history surrounding this area. Okehampton hosts a well-attended Agricultural Show in August and the carnival is in October.
Simmons Park in the centre of the town offers tranquil parkland with a variety of sport facilities including putting, bowling, tennis and squash. Ashbury golf course is nearby.