Oklahoma City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City

Although it has made great modernizing strides, this spirited and revitalized city still pays homage to its fascinating frontier heritage.

While it’s inextricably associated with the bombing of 1995, Oklahoma City has managed to bounce back from tragedy and is more cosmopolitan, contemporary and cultured than ever. Learn about its Native American heritage and its development during the Old West era at the city’s museums, then sample its more modern entertainment and dining options.

The story of Oklahoma City’s development is a fascinating one. The settlement came to be during the Great Land Run of April 22, 1889, when thousands of people ran across the border to lay claim to the unassigned land. By the time the day was over, some 10,000 people had settled here and the city was born.

In the present day, the event from Oklahoma City’s past that stands out most is the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing. The blast, which destroyed the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, claimed 168 lives. Visit the OklahomaCity NationalMemorial Museum to find out more about the event, and pay tribute to the victims at the Outdoor Symbolic Memorial.

Delve into Oklahoma City’s Western heritage at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. Its collection includes more than 28,000 pieces of Western and Native American art. Learn more about Native American culture at the Red Earth Art Center. The Red Earth organization also hosts a popular annual festival, Red Earth, which celebrates the traditions of Native arts and cultures.

Get a feel for modern-day life in Oklahoma City at the Bricktown District. Once a dilapidated area with out-of-use warehouses, it has been redeveloped as an entertainment district. Stroll along the canal-side walkway, stop for a drink or dinner or see the Oklahoma City Dodgersplay at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark.

To get to Oklahoma City, drive 205 miles (330 kilometers) north from Dallas or 353 miles (568 kilometers) south from Kansas City. Fly into Will Rogers World Airport or ride the Amtrak train. Once here, use the local bus network and Spirit Trolleys to get around.

Where to stay in Oklahoma City

Overholser Mansion featuring heritage elements, a garden and a house

Downtown Oklahoma City

4/5(6 area reviews)

Downtown Oklahoma City is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, live music and important monuments. You might want to check out attractions like Bricktown Water Taxi or Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Oklahoma City
Bricktown which includes flowers, a bridge and a river or creek

Bricktown

Bricktown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark or Bricktown Water Taxi.

Bricktown
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Central Oklahoma City

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

While visiting Central Oklahoma City, you might make a stop by sights like Oklahoma State Fair Park and Civic Center Music Hall.

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South Oklahoma City

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in South Oklahoma City, 240 Plaza Shopping Center and Orr Family Farm are top sights worth seeing.

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Midtown

While Midtown isn't home to many top sights, Oklahoma City Museum of Art and Civic Center Music Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Nichols Hills

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Nichols Hills. You might want to make time for a stop at Nichols Hills Crossing Shopping Center or Bixler Park.

Nichols Hills
Wyndham Grand Oklahoma City Downtown

Wyndham Grand Oklahoma City Downtown

4 out of 5
10 N Broadway Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
The price is Rp1.746.745 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
Rp1.746.745
Rp2.058.975 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Oklahoma City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,583 reviews)
"Beautifull lay out. Quiet, clean and staff were helpfull. Far from any shopping/convenience store/pharmacy but the Tram was close by. Amtrak was just walking distance. No drinking water provided. Has a self laundry room."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Wyndham Grand Oklahoma City Downtown
OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark

OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark

4 out of 5
639 First Americans Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK
The price is Rp3.263.799 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.263.799
Rp4.717.092 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Oklahoma City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 11 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Paycom Center and Oklahoma City ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (342 reviews)
"I loved the fact that everything was clean, and Zak at the front desk was so professional. Tanesha, was a great host at the Jack Rabbit restaurant and the manager and cook and crew were awesome!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Oklahoma City Airport/ Fairgrounds

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Oklahoma City Airport/ Fairgrounds

2.5 out of 5
400 S Meridian Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
The price is Rp906.729 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp906.729
Rp1.068.807 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Oklahoma City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,165 reviews)
"Great stop for the night! Good morning breakfast!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Oklahoma City Airport/ Fairgrounds
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Candlewyck Cove Resort

Candlewyck Cove Resort

3.5 out of 5
59800 East 307 Lane, Grove, OK
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Grove. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (294 reviews)
"Lovely overnight stay. Great hotel room and very nice included breakfast. Great pool and easy access to lake for a swim."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Candlewyck Cove Resort
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2 out of 5
903 S 32nd St, Muskogee, OK
Stay at this aparthotel in Muskogee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions River Country Family Water Park and Five Civilized ...
3.8/10 (7 reviews)
"I never stayed there when I booked the room I paid extra for the travel insurance 😒 when there was an unexpected medical emergency and I needed to cancel expedia did not honor the insurance plan that had been purchased through them and said it was because they were unable to make contact with the ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

AVERA SUITES
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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