Oklahoma City is the one place you can find cowboys, oil wells, sober remembrances, and Native American culture all in one place.
Getting Around:
There are taxis and other services, like Uber and Lyft, but Oklahoma City also has EMBARK, which is its public transportation system. The transit system has buses, bike share, ferry transit and even parking solutions for the downtown metro area.
Where to Stay:
There are more than 250 Oklahoma City hotels to provide you with all the comforts needed for your stay. Prices are in all ranges, starting at $43 a night and averaging $150 a night.
Where to Eat:
There are some restaurants that visitors must visit. The Redrock Canyon Grill is known for its Southwestern fare with seating on a waterside patio. Cheever’s Cafe is an upscale bistro featuring cowboy cuisine and Kitchen No. 324 features seasonal food with a special touch given to its handcrafted desserts. It is the perfect option for breakfast and comfort food.
Things to Do:
There is a wealth in Oklahoma City than what lays with the oil wells. There is also a wealth of adventure, culture, and entertainment waiting for you. One both kids and adults will enjoy is the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden. The venue covers 119 acres and is full of adventure with more than 1,900 animals. The zoo sponsors the special event “Haunt the Zoo” in October. The zoo and garden are in the city’s Adventure District in the northeast part of the city.
Those who want a more interactive experience can go to Myriad Botanical Gardens on Reno Avenue. This is a 17-acre urban park that surrounds a sunken lake. The cornerstone of the park is the Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory. The conservatory is a living plant museum featuring palm trees, exotic animals and waterfalls.
The Oklahoma City National Memorial, located on North Harvey Ave., is dedicated to remembering all those affected when the Murrah Federal Building was bombed in 1995. The memorial pays tribute to those killed, survivors and rescuers. It features a reflecting pool, a sculpture and a beautiful garden along with historical elements.
Those interested in nightlife and entertainment should go to Bricktown. This area is the center of industrial chic with warehouses that have been repurposed into unique restaurants, lounges, wine bars, and clubs. The district also has lots of shops to browse clothes, décor and specialty foods like handmade chocolate.
For an added adventure, the Bricktown Water Taxi is available to take tourists for a short tour or dinner cruise on the Bricktown Canal.
Cowboys and Natives:
Those who want to get their boots moving in cowboy life can visit the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. The venue contains the largest collection of U.S rodeo photos and rodeo items such as early trophies.
The museum also contains a comprehensive collection of both American Indian and Western art as it is home to more than 28,000 art pieces and artifacts.
Those visiting Oklahoma City will find they will enjoy the legendary high skies and wind rippling down the plain as much as they will the modern entertainment and conveniences.
