Oklahoma City Guided Streetcar Trolley Hop On/Off Tour
A guided hop-on, hop-off ride on the Oklahoma City streetcar that links Downtown, Bricktown, Automobile Alley and Midtown, with a guide who explains the city as the cars roll past.
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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City is the prairie capital that keeps outgrowing its reputation: a rebuilt downtown ringed by an easy streetcar loop, the Bricktown canal and its brick warehouses, a Memorial that ranks among the most moving places in the country, and a western heritage that is still alive in Stockyards City, where cattle auctions and steakhouses carry on as they have for more than a century.
Add a first-rate Native American museum, a Chihuly-filled art museum, Scissortail Park and its sweeping Skydance Bridge, a zoo and science museum that fill a family day, and food districts from the Plaza to the Asian District, and you have a city that rewards a long weekend. This guide pairs the streetcar trolley tours and food tour with the major sights, and matches you to the right downtown or Bricktown hotel.
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Oklahoma City Guided Streetcar Trolley Hop On/Off Tour
A guided hop-on, hop-off ride on the Oklahoma City streetcar that links Downtown, Bricktown, Automobile Alley and Midtown, with a guide who explains the city as the cars roll past.
Ride, Eat, Explore OKC Streetcar Trolley Food Tour
A guided food tour that uses the Oklahoma City streetcar to link tasting stops, so you ride between bites and learn the history of the neighborhoods as you go.
Oklahoma City National Memorial and Downtown Highlights Tour
A guided walk through downtown Oklahoma City that includes the Memorial grounds, the place where the 1995 bombing is remembered, with the stories of the district around it.
First Americans Museum
A striking museum on the Oklahoma River that tells the histories, art and living cultures of the 39 Native nations of Oklahoma, in the words of those nations themselves.
Things to do in Oklahoma City
Hand-picked: every experience here has strong traveler reviews and a verified booking link.
Ride, Eat, Explore OKC Streetcar Trolley Food Tour
A guided food tour that uses the Oklahoma City streetcar to link tasting stops, so you ride between bites and learn the history of the neighborhoods as you go.
Oklahoma City National Memorial and Downtown Highlights Tour
A guided walk through downtown Oklahoma City that includes the Memorial grounds, the place where the 1995 bombing is remembered, with the stories of the district around it.
Bricktown Canal Narrated Boat Tour
A short narrated boat ride along the Bricktown Canal, past brick warehouses, restaurants and the ballpark, with stories of the district that became the center of Oklahoma City nightlife.
OKC Underground Indoor History Tour
An indoor walking tour of the tunnels and pedestrian passages beneath downtown Oklahoma City, with the story of the city's growth and a break from heat, wind or rain.
National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum
A large museum of the American West, with Western art, a full-scale frontier town, rodeo and Native American collections, and an outdoor play area for children.
First Americans Museum
A striking museum on the Oklahoma River that tells the histories, art and living cultures of the 39 Native nations of Oklahoma, in the words of those nations themselves.
Myriad Botanical Gardens and Crystal Bridge Conservatory
A 17-acre downtown garden with the Crystal Bridge tropical conservatory, a children's garden, a lake and lawn, and frequent free concerts and events.
Oklahoma City Museum of Art
A downtown art museum best known for its large Dale Chihuly glass collection, with rotating exhibitions, a permanent collection and an independent film theater.
Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden
A big, hilly zoo and botanical garden north of downtown, with the Expedition Africa area, elephants, great apes, a train and plenty of shade for a long family day.
Science Museum Oklahoma
A big hands-on science museum in the Adventure District with interactive exhibits, a demonstration theater and plenty to keep children and curious adults busy on a rainy day.
Scissortail Park and the Skydance Bridge
A 70-acre downtown park running toward the Oklahoma River, with gardens, a lake with boat rentals, playgrounds, sports areas and the sweeping Skydance pedestrian bridge.
Where to stay
Hotels we would book ourselves, from splurges to good-value bases.
Skirvin Hilton Oklahoma City
Downtown
The grand historic hotel of downtown Oklahoma City, opened in 1911 and carefully restored, with a reputation for ghost stories, classic service and an easy walk to the Myriad Gardens.
Check rates →Colcord Hotel Oklahoma City
Downtown
A boutique hotel in a 1910 downtown building once known as the city's first skyscraper, with historic charm, a lively restaurant and bar, and an easy walk to Bricktown.
Check rates →Omni Oklahoma City Hotel
Downtown
A large, modern full-service hotel on the downtown edge, built beside the convention district, with upscale rooms, dining and easy access to the streetcar, Scissortail Park and Bricktown.
Check rates →Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel
Downtown
A large, reliable downtown tower with meeting space, close to the Myriad Gardens, the convention district and the streetcar, and a practical base for families and groups.
Check rates →The National Autograph Collection
Downtown
A stylish hotel in a historic Art Deco downtown tower, with refined rooms, a handsome lobby and a central location near the Myriad Gardens and the streetcar.
Check rates →Renaissance Oklahoma City Downtown Bricktown Hotel
Bricktown
A polished, contemporary hotel in Bricktown, a short walk from the canal, the ballpark and Paycom Center, and close to the streetcar for the rest of downtown.
Check rates →Hyatt Place Oklahoma City Bricktown
Bricktown
A modern, mid-priced hotel in Bricktown with practical rooms, a social lobby and easy walks to the canal, ballpark and restaurants.
Check rates →Hilton Garden Inn Oklahoma City Bricktown
Bricktown
A dependable Hilton hotel in Bricktown with comfortable rooms, an on-site restaurant and a location a short walk from the canal, ballpark and nightlife.
Check rates →Residence Inn Oklahoma City Downtown Bricktown
Bricktown
An all-suite hotel with kitchens and extra space, ideal for families and longer stays, near Bricktown and the streetcar.
Check rates →Courtyard Oklahoma City Downtown
Downtown
A reliable Marriott hotel in the downtown core with modern rooms, a bistro and an easy walk or streetcar ride to Bricktown and the Myriad Gardens.
Check rates →Oklahoma City guides
Oklahoma City for First-Timers: What to See, Where to Eat and How the City Fits Together
A practical first-visit guide to Oklahoma City: how Downtown, Bricktown, Midtown and the Adventure District fit together, what is worth your time and what to book ahead.
Three Days in Oklahoma City: A Practical Itinerary
A three-day Oklahoma City itinerary that balances the streetcar, the Memorial, museums, Bricktown, Stockyards City and family favorites without rushing.
Where to Stay in Oklahoma City: Downtown, Bricktown and Beyond
A guide to choosing where to stay in Oklahoma City: the differences between Downtown and Bricktown, hotels for families, couples and business travelers, and tips for event weekends.
Riding the Oklahoma City Streetcar: Routes, Tours and the Best Stops
How the Oklahoma City streetcar works: the two loops, the districts it connects, guided trolley tours, the best stops and tips for riding.
Eating in Oklahoma City: Steaks, Barbecue, Vietnamese Noodles and Neighborhood Favorites
A guide to eating in Oklahoma City: historic steakhouses, barbecue and burgers, the Asian District, Midtown and the Plaza District, plus the best food tours.
Best Time to Visit Oklahoma City: Seasons, Weather and Events
When to visit Oklahoma City: how the seasons feel, what to expect from spring storms and summer heat, the best months for sightseeing and the seasonal events that shape a trip.
