Explore Oklahoma City's Downtown Highlights & Memorial Grounds
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Explore Oklahoma City’s rich history and vibrant present on this engaging 2-hour tour of downtown OKC. Your guide will share captivating stories about the city’s founding during the Land Run, giving you a storyteller-style introduction to its colorful past.
As you walk through historic streets, you'll visit iconic skyscrapers and symbolic memorial grounds, gaining insight into how OKC evolved from territorial days to a thriving modern city. Vintage images will help you picture life in earlier eras, making history come alive right before your eyes.
Highlights include exploring the city's most historic buildings, uncovering secrets of the Skirvin Hotel, and learning about influential figures like Robert S. Kerr. This tour offers a perfect blend of storytelling, history, and local culture—see OKC through the eyes of those who know it best.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
What is the group size?
Groups are limited to up to 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, children aged 0-11, youth 12-17, and adults 18-385 can participate. Infants and small children can ride in strollers or prams.
What’s included in the tour?
A knowledgeable guide will lead the tour and share stories about OKC’s history.
Are there any exclusions?
Yes, optional gratuity for the guide is not included.
How do I meet the guide?
Meet at the starting point inside the Colcord Hotel lobby, where the guide will have an OKC Tours sign.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 2 hours
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Guided experience
Language options are confirmed when you check availability.
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Knowledgeable guide
Not included
- Optional gratuity for guide
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Learn how OKC's pioneer skyscraper was built and by whom.
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Stop 2
Discover secrets of the Skirvin Hotel! Hear stories about its growth, infamous reputation, and haunted history. Tour the renovated lobby and see original details over 100 years old.
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Stop 3
Learn about Robert S. Kerr’s influence and what this land was before it became a park.
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Stop 4
Pass by the entrance to Automobile Alley and hear why it was Oklahoma’s auto industry hub 100 years ago, along with current entertainment options.
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Stop 5
Visit the memorial grounds to understand Oklahoma’s darkest day, the symbolism behind the memorial, and how the community responded. Note: museum admission is not included.
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Stop 6
Enter one of the most impressive buildings in the state—a former bank with dazzling Art Deco details. Today, it’s a mixed-use space with a hotel, apartments, shops, and restaurants.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Guide will have an OKC Tours sign inside Colcord Hotel lobby.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day before
- 0% refund if cancelled within 0–1 day
- May be cancelled for bad weather
- May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $40.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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