Oklahoma City History and Architecture Walk Downtown

Overview

2 hours

Mobile ticket

We begin storyteller-style with your guide's recounting of the city's epic founding during a Land Run. We then talk and walk through OKC history from territorial days to contemporary life. We enter the city's most historic skyscrapers and outdoor symbolic memorial grounds. Along the way we pass around vintage images to help you reimagine the bygone past. Come see OKC through our eyes and learn why we are such an up-and-coming city!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Knowledgeable guide

Optional gratuity for guide

What To Expect

Understand how OKC's pioneer skyscraper was built and by whom.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Discover secrets of the Skirvin! Hear wild stories about how the hotel grew in size and infamy. Learn the facts about Mr. Skirvin and his socialite daughter and enjoy tales of mysterious hauntings that persist to present day. We explore the newly renovated lobby and point out original details dating back more than 100 years.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Oklahoma City History and Architecture Walk Downtown

Reviews

4.71

14 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great tour of the unique origins of OKC
rwbarclay,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour! Very informative about the early history of OKC - walked thru some of the historic early areas and an emotional visit to the OKC National Memorial site of the Murrah Bombing. Unique history and Americana that I did not previously know! The guide was knowledgeable and engaging … and could answer many questions we had as well!
Informative and enjoyable walk learning about some history of OKC
Celine W,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the history of OKC. He wasn’t rushed and was happy to answer questions. Was an enjoyable walk with stories about several different buildings & people. Bonus - coupon for some delicious icecream
Excellent tour
Denise D,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience! Very knowledgeable tour guide!! Super introduction to the city. Perfect tour length! Easy walk! Learned a lot!!
Would recommend
117maryannv,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My friends and I found this tour interesting. Learned many things on the history and architecture of OKC. Our tour guide Ryan was so knowledgeable and nice, and tried to keep us in the shade or inside one of the historical hotels on a very hot day as much as possible lol.
Great Oklahoma City Tour!!
laurawH8178PT,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jeffrey is very knowledgeable about Oklahoma City and it's architecture! I had a great time learning about downtown OKC!
Fun OKC downtown tour
R4927ITlaurar,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ryan was an excellent guide. It was his first OKC tour, but no one would believe it. Ryan was very informative and knowledgeable in OKC history, downtown architectural buildings, and social activities throughout the city. The two hour walking tour was very manageable. I highly recommend this tour for the sites and value. It was a great way to be introduced to OKC!
Amazing guide, stunning buildings
michaelgL2789QG,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Super informative from an outstanding and dynamic guide. The route and buildings on the tour way exceeded my expectations! Recommend anyone visiting take this as your best crash course on OKC.
Fascinating tour and memorable experience
Coastal12502536742,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We just finished a fantastic tour in downtown OKC! Jeffrey was such a great guide! He was engaging, funny and made the history of the city easy to connect with. What a memorable addition to our weekend getaway! I came away with a deeper appreciation for Oklahoma’s past. The Memorial was moving and the Art Deco architecture was stunning. I’d highly recommend to anyone visiting the city to make time to see the sites and hear the stories.
Great way to see the City
726chrissyr,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Loved this tour! Our guide was so knowledgeable and made the tour very fun and memorable. So glad we decided to see the city with an expert.
Fascinating and Fun Tour
FrazierFraz,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Just had an incredible time with OKC Tours! The guide Jeffrey was knowledgeable, engaging, and really brought the city’s history to life with interesting stories and little-known facts. My wife and I loved the mix of historic landmarks, architectural gems, and fun anecdotes. It definitely made the walk both educational and entertaining. Highly recommended!