Art + Architecture Tour

Oklahoma City, Guam
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This is a leisurely tour of downtown Oklahoma City and the surrounding districts lead by a fun and knowledgeable guide. Our comfortable and easy to ride 3-speed bicycles allow for many interesting view points of the city while learning about art, architecture, and unbelievable history. Ride OKC was founded by passionate native Oklahoman's, a registered architect, cyclist, and off the beaten path travel enthusiasts. All bikes come with water bottle cages; helmets (optional), baskets are available upon request.

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Henry Overholser Mansion, 405 NW 15th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73103-3503

We will see Oklahoma City's first mansion plus surrounding historic neighborhood and hear about the history of its founding and the story of the settlers who lived here.

Duration: 8 minutes

Stop At: Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, 620 N Harvey Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102-3032

We will see the Memorial of the worst act of domestic terrorism, learn about why it happened, how the city recovered, as well as the symbolism of the sacred design.

Duration: 8 minutes

Stop At: Oklahoma City Boathouse District, 725 S Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73129-4430

We will see the Olympic Training Site and learn about the modern architecture of the boathouse. We'll also discuss the remarkable history of the Oklahoma River became a world class destination for rowing, canoeing and kayaking athletes.

Duration: 8 minutes

Stop At: Bricktown, Oklahoma City, OK

We'll see the Bricktown Canal and water taxi, and several public art murals and sculptures and discuss the history behind each.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, 2 S Mickey Mantle Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73104-2433

We'll discuss history of the ballpark, how it was funded, famous Oklahoma Athletes, and well as the team who plays here.

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame, 20 S Mickey Mantle Dr Located on the north side of the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, Oklahoma City, OK 73104-2433

Discuss the Jim Thorpe statue outside, and his unbelievable story of overcoming the odds.

Stop At: Oklahoma County Courthouse, 320 Robert S Kerr Ave STE 203, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, USA

We'll learn about the Art Deco Design, the architect, and the controversial founding of Oklahoma.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: The Skirvin Hilton Oklahoma City, One Park Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, USA

We'll observe a historic Art Deco and Neoclassical building, discuss the architecture, ghosts and urban legends.

Duration: 8 minutes

Pass By: Riversport Adventures, 800 Riversport Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73129, USA

We will see the Olympic Training Site and learn about the modern architecture of the boathouse. We'll also discuss the remarkable history of the Oklahoma River became a world class destination for rowing, canoeing and kayaking athletes.

Pass By: Bricktown Water Taxi, 111 S Mickey Mantle Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73104

We will see these pass by as we ride past the canal to observe the Land Run Monument.

Stop At: Centennial Land Run Monument, 200 Centennial Ave South End of Bricktown Canal, Oklahoma City, OK 73102

Travelers will see the world's largest freestanding bronze monument. We will learn about the artist and the history of Oklahoma's unbelievable founding.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102-5030

Our tour will begin here with a history of the park and how it came to be.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Devon Energy Center, 333 W Sheridan Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102-5010

We will see Oklahoma's largest skyscraper, learn about the modern design, the architect and other statistics.

Duration: 2 minutes

Stop At: Colcord Hotel Oklahoma City, Curio Collection by Hilton, 15 N Robinson Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, USA

We'll see Oklahoma's first skyscraper, learn about the rags to riches story of the man who built it, and the architectural design.

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Leadership Square, 211 N Robinson Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, USA

We'll discuss the large glass building, and the famous monumental sculpture out front.

Duration: 3 minutes

Pass By: OKCMOA Museum Store, 415 Couch Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, USA

We'll see the Civic Center which contains all of the WPA building constructed during the great depression.

Stop At: Midtown Plaza Court, Oklahoma City, OK 73103, USA

We'll see the historic architecture of this building and discuss its original use, adaptive reuse, and timeless style.

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Oklahoma Case Study House, 825 NW 7th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73106, USA

Travelers will see a lesser known district full of ultra modern houses, learn about the designs, the architects, and the how the neighborhood came to be.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Federal Building, 301 NW 6th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, USA

Travelers will see the new building that replaced the Federal Building that was bombed. We'll discuss the design, the architect, and the new codes that went into place to prevent future acts of terrorism.

Duration: 4 minutes

Stop At: Kerr Park, 102 Robert S Kerr Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102-6407

We'll see the best spot in OKC and learn about all the surrounding skyscrapers, design, architects, and who occupies them.

Duration: 6 minutes

Inclusions

  • Bottled water
  • Helmet
  • Use of bicycle
  • Knowledgeable Guide

Exclusions

  • Admission inside attractions
  • Gratuity
  • Entry/Admission - Henry Overholser Mansion
  • Entry/Admission - Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark

Additional information

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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