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Bike Art and Architecture Tour

5.0(100)2 hours 30 minOklahoma City
  • Art Tours
  • Weather Dependent - Moderate
  • Short term availability
  • Bike Tours
  • Private and Luxury
  • Architecture Tours
  • Agent Low Quality Product
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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.

What's included

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

What's not included

  • Gratuity

Itinerary

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • We'll see the Bricktown Canal and water taxi, and several public art murals and sculptures and discuss the history behind each.
  • We'll discuss history of the ballpark, how it was funded, famous Oklahoma Athletes, and well as the team who plays here.
  • Discuss the Jim Thorpe statue outside, and his unbelievable story of overcoming the odds.
  • We'll learn about the Art Deco Design, the architect, and the controversial founding of Oklahoma.
  • We'll observe a historic Art Deco and Neoclassical building, discuss the architecture, ghosts and urban legends.
  • We will see these pass by as we ride past the canal to observe the Land Run Monument.
  • Travelers will see the world's largest freestanding bronze monument. We will learn about the artist and the history of Oklahoma's unbelievable founding.
  • Our tour will begin here with a history of the park and how it came to be.
  • We will see Oklahoma's largest skyscraper, learn about the modern design, the architect and other statistics.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meeting point

We'll meet at the west side of the Myriad Gardens Park across from the carousel. Look for our black cargo trailer with big Ride OKC logo.

Cancellation

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

Languages

  • English guide