Beautiful bridge that sets the tone over the highway for a growing and forward thinking city. The…read morebridge opened in 2012 and it connects Upper and Lower Scissortail Park. Total cost for the pedestrian bridge was $5.8 million, which does not seem too high for the complexity and the amount of steel used. At night, it is lit up for many to enjoy and it. The bridge was inspired by Oklahoma's state bird, the scissor-tailed flycatcher.

beautiful bridge with nice walking path on both sides. lit blue at nighttime. nice photo op.read more

Centennial Land Run Monument -- An Impressive Piece of Oklahoma History…read more Even with Oklahoma temperatures flirting with all-time highs, I wasn't going to let the heat stop me from visiting the Centennial Land Run Monument! And I'm glad I didn't. This is a fantastic tribute to Oklahoma and the historic Land Run of 1889. The sheer size and detail of the bronze sculptures are impressive. Horses, wagons, riders and families are captured in motion, giving you a real sense of the excitement and chaos that must have surrounded that day. The monument features 45 larger-than-life bronze figures created by Oklahoma artist Paul Moore, and seeing them up close gives you a much better appreciation for the scale and craftsmanship involved. (Visit Oklahoma City) There was one advantage to visiting during the brutal Oklahoma heat -- hardly anyone else was there! I practically had the monument to myself and was able to walk around, take my time and get some really great photos without crowds. It's outdoors, open year-round and completely free, making this an easy stop if you're visiting Bricktown or exploring Oklahoma City. (Visit Oklahoma City) A beautiful piece of artwork, an interesting piece of Oklahoma history, and absolutely worth seeing. Five stars from me!

On a quiet weekday morning, the Centennial Land Run Monument feels almost cinematic. All that…read morebronze motion is frozen in a moment of time along the Bricktown Canal. The whole installation commemorates the Land Run of 1889, when settlers surged into the Unassigned Lands to stake homesteads in what would become Oklahoma Territory. The scale of the installation here is enormous, with dozens of figures charging forward. Horses stretched mid-stride, wagons tilting, every dace carved with urgency. One has clearly fallen in their haste. It really does tell the tale. We had the place mostly to ourselves which made it easy to slow and take in the detail. The only interruption was a family who decided the clearly posted "no climbing" sign was more of a suggestion than a rule and that's why we can't have nice things. Grrr! But even that didn't take away from the artistry. Paul Moore spent more than twenty years bringing this to life and the result is one of the largest bronze sculpture installations in the world, honoring the settlers who raced out on April 22, 1889. [Review 426 of 2026 - 174 in Oklahoma - 25609 overall]

Disney's Jungle Cruise meets Oklahoma! But spoiler alert... there are no water squirting jungle…read moreanimals, but it does carry that vibe. Our captain Marcus had a great sense of humor and had historical knowledge about Bricktown that we never would have known. I definitely recommend finding a seat under the tarp, it was comfortable there. The sun was beating down pretty hard and I think I would have gotten a sunburn if I hadn't of been under the shaded seats. The whole process from getting the tickets to getting off the boat was very smooth and easy. We paid $15 for a 45 min. Boat ride. Worth every penny! You can also bring your drinks aboard, which is nice.

We grabbed our drinks in paper cups from the bar before heading downstairs, and honestly, the whole…read moreride was a fun little surprise. Our driver, David, was awesome we were laughing the entire time. It's a quick 30-45 minute water cruise on a man‑made canal that's only about 3-4 feet deep, so you definitely have to go in with the right mindset and make the best of it. Our taxi wasn't too crowded, and since we had time to kill, it ended up being a perfect, easy outing. Trying to avoid a crowded ride is definitely recommended. The ride doesn't stop, not that seen! You do get a great idea of all the places available for a Bar visit... or food! We parked at Bass Pro

It's December and the weather is 70 degrees today! It's wonderful to walk around downtown and visit…read moresome of the historic buildings. First national center has so much history and beautiful architecture details from a time when things were done with excellent!

The first national center is beautifully decorated during the holiday season. I definitely…read morerecommend going there for brunch or dinner.

Our guide was amazing! We are homeschoolers and love tours and she was a former homeschool mom. She…read moregave us extra time since she had time in her schedule and made sure all my kids were engaged. There were several events happening while we were there and she gave us time to check out the various events we could be at. We do lots of museums and tours and this was one of our favorites! They also have a Capitol museum but my kiddos were worn out, so we'll check that out on our next time through! We will definitely return.

Beautiful artwork all over the capitol building. Be sure to get your route66 stamp or capitol…read morebuilding passport stamp in the gift shop--take any piece of paper or "passport" book (I got mine on Amazon), and they have a rubber stamp with today's date, and you can ink your capitol passport/paper. Just something fun and free to collect as you visit capitols. The native plantings outside are nice as well.

Went to the memorial today it was such a beautiful and touching place. The staff was very friendly…read moreand the ground was incredibly clean especially for how windy and how many homeless are around the are. I spoke with a very pleasant female security guard and she was very knowledgeable and friendly, she answered many of mine and my sisters questions about the bombing. She went out of her way to make us not feel rushed in answering our questions, then she thanked us for being there. I will be back!

I've now visited the Oklahoma City National Memorial three times, and it still hits just as hard as…read morethe first visit. This is more than just a memorial -- it's a deeply moving tribute that honors the lives lost, the survivors, and the heroes of that tragic day. The outdoor memorial is beautifully designed and incredibly peaceful. The Field of Empty Chairs, the reflecting pool, the Survivor Tree, and the "gates of time" create such a solemn and respectful atmosphere. Every detail feels intentional and meaningful. Even on a return visit, walking through the site brings a heavy but important emotional impact that stays with you. The indoor museum is also excellent -- well-organized, informative, and respectful. Whether it's your first time or your third, this place leaves a lasting impression. It's educational, reflective, and incredibly well-maintained. If you're anywhere near Oklahoma City, do yourself a favor and make time to visit. It's one of the most powerful memorials I've ever been to.

I don't like young Halsey very much, but maybe I'll like the Olderhalsey…read more This is the most gorgeous building that I have seen in Oklahoma City. Especially in terms of classical beauty and architecture. It looks old and yet new. It's different... but the same. Oh wait I was channeling Bill & Ted. It looks so quaint it could be in Disneyland - but it's absolutely real and not fake at all. Unlike my girl. I don't get tired of driving around the back streets of this neighbourhood and seeing this gorgeous building. And there's computers... and SAN DIMAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL RULES!

My sweet husband treated me to a date night at History & Haunts. We were excited, though not sure…read morewhat to expect out of our evening & this experience was delightful! We started in the old barn, where both employees & several volunteers were there to give us a quick run down of the family & what to expect. Then, we were led to the house & given the opportunity to explore! Each room is opulent with painted ceilings, ritzy carpets & very fancy furniture from the late 1800s. The history is amazing & was so fun to learn about. The volunteers were wonderful & knew a LOT of great facts. We LOVED our time & are hoping to return around Christmas.

Stockyard City is coming back. Great Native American art store, great western hat store, great…read moresteakhouse, Cool whole in the wall bar. A lot of construction down there right now which could create traffic on busy days like weekends.

Stockyards City Main Street is a business devoted to raising the awareness of the Oklahoma City…read moreStockyards business district of the Stockyards area. It promotes the local businesses in the Stockyards area. It provides info on each business and shows what that business Is and does. Stockyards mainstreet isn't a business selling retail items nor is it a service company other than show interest in promoting these businesses. It is the GOOD WILL, AMBASSADOR of the Merchants and services of the main street of the Stockyards giving customer insights, helpful information and guidance to customers and new business opportunists. You will find if interested several opportunities for fun events to attend in the stockyards area. Some are annual events that draw large crowds of Adult Parents and children.

One thing for sure is that this city loves their basketball team, the OKC Thunder. I find this city…read morevery low key and is known for it severe weather. It rained most of the time I was there. Hail storms, thunder storms (the basketball team has the perfect name) derechoes (wind storms) and tornados are also a viable threat in the area. The city has a lot of public art and a very proud history dating back to the Native Americans (1889). It is the state capitol and most populous city in the state (20th most populous city in the US). Some of the city's notable attractions include the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum, the canal, Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark (home to the OKC Comets), Paycom Center (home to the OKC Thunder), National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, the Oklahoma City Zoo, the Museum of Osteology, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, the state capitol, the Science Museum Oklahoma, and the Myriad Botanical Gardens. If you only had time to visit one place though it would easily be he Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum. That place is amazing. The city has a good amount of hotels, restaurants and bars. You will find a high concentration of those in the city's Entertainment District, Bricktown. I found the food and especially the drinks to be reasonably priced here. The city does not have an extensive transit system. They do have buses and trains. Most parking downtown is covered by metered parking and commercial lots, but they are all reasonably priced. Most of the people that I met were very friendly. Some of the friendliest people I have encountered during all of my travels, as a whole. I like this city. There may not be a lot to do or fast paced as compared to other major cities. But they city is easy to get around, easy to get in and out of and have some of the friendliest and welcoming people that you will ever met. I enjoyed my time there and hope to make it back there again soon.

We stopped to visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum. This is a very impactful…read moreexperience and I'm glad we visited this first. The trauma of this event seems to lay like a pall over the city still. We found the locals to be friendly, but reserved. Like you have to prove yourself before they let themselves be comfortable. We spent most of our time in the Bricktown area, but did drive to other areas. Although the city is organized in a grid, traffic was busy and navigation not always easy. We found many areas of the city to feel uncomfortable, going from 'fine' to 'maybe not' in just a couple of blocks. That could be an incorrect perception based on what we saw. Bricktown includes many restaurants, hotels and the banjo museum. We walked the length of the Canal area. The upper area has many bars, mini-golf and the water taxi. The lower end has fewer restaurants, more garden areas and runs along the highway. The Centennial Land Run memorial is a gorgeous piece of art and should absolutely be part of any visit to the city. We also visited Chickasaw Plaza where a warrior statue sits in the center and much information about Chickasaw history around the edges. Although loud on the lower end because of the nearby highway, it's somehow calmer as there are fewer businesses and more nature. Through our search for places to dine we found a lot of bars in OKC. We did visit some very nice establishments and it seems the city has a prosperous bar culture. I really wanted to find a nice little coffee café. A sunny place to have a coffee drink, chat, work on my computer or people watch with a brioche. I couldn't fine one. At least not in the area we were staying. This was our first visit to Oklahoma and we didn't have an opportunity to visit the many other museums in the area but there is something about the city that left us feeling very 'low'. We actually felt like a weight was lifting from us as we drove away from the city limits even though we found the people to be friendly.

I just want to say that if I lived in the City I would love to work for Devon. I don't know if they…read moreneed financial management folks other than accountants. lol The people who were returning from lunch wore casual clothing and I'm not even talking business casual. Jeans and a shirt. My daughter saw a tank top. I'm sure the execs wear suits. But it seemed like a good place to be. The security guy was friendly and helpful not a jerk like so many other guys who have a gun and a badge. Quiet professional and consummate. Thanks for the great visit today.

My family and I visited Devon Energy Center on a Tuesday afternoon for brunch at Vast! We only…read morefound out about this place from the Watertaxi ride that we rode during our journey through Bricktown in Oklahoma City the day before. Devon Energy Building is a 50-story skyscraper. It's in downtown Oklahoma City, and it's the tallest building in the city and state. I think it's also the tallest building from Chicago to Texas. The building was decorated for the holidays! It had a giant ornament sitting on top of what I had originally thought was granite, only to find out that after dining at Vast, it's actually still water! It was so beautiful. The building is futuristic. In the middle of Devon Energy Center, it looks like their metallic pine combs hanging from the center. All the glass windows are completely open. It's absolutely stunning inside and outside the building. It was relatively easy to get to Vast inside the Devon Energy Center. There are signs pointing you in the direction of Vast. Floor 49 is the restaurant, and floor 50 is for private events. The elevators are really fast! It took only seconds to get up to the 49th floor. There was never a long wait for the elevator. The views from the 49 floor are gorgeous. You can see the entire Oklahoma City. I could only imagine what the views looked like during the evening with all of the lights in the city glowing! There are also bathrooms on floor 49 if you're eating at Vast. The only issue that my family and I had, since we're not locals to Oklahoma City, was finding parking for the Devon Energy Center. We couldn't locate the parking for the building and ended up parking in a parallel open spot, nearby, and walking over. I think if we were more familiar with the area, I'm sure we could have found it, but after 20 minutes driving around, we didn't want to be late for our reservation at Vast for brunch.