How To Spend 2 Days In Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Travel Itinerary Arriving At The International Airport

January 26, 2026

Arrive at Will Rogers International Airport (OKC) and transfer to your hotel via taxi, rideshare (Uber/Lyft), or rental car—approximately 16 km southwest of downtown. Consider booking a hotel in Bricktown for easy access to dining, nightlife, and attractions, or the Paseo Arts District for a more artsy, local vibe.

Day 1: Downtown & Bricktown Vibes

Morning: Explore Bricktown & Downtown

Start with coffee and a sweet treat at Holey Roller (known for maple almond donuts).
Stroll along the Bricktown Canal and visit Flaming Lips Alley, a colorful tribute to the local rock band.
Take a water taxi ride on the canal to see the Oklahoma Land Run Monument and enjoy views of the city skyline.

Afternoon: History & Culture

Visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum—a moving tribute to the 1995 bombing victims, with a powerful outdoor memorial and reflective exhibits.
Walk through the Myriad Botanical Gardens, including the Crystal Bridge Conservatory, a lush indoor rainforest with tropical plants and sculptures.

Evening: Dinner & Nightlife

Dine at FRIDA Southwest in the Paseo District for inventive Southwestern cuisine.
Return to Bricktown for drinks and entertainment—try RetroPub for vintage arcade games and Slush Puppies, or catch a minor league baseball game at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark if scheduled.

Day 2: Art, Adventure & Cowboy Culture

Morning: Art & Museums

Visit the Oklahoma City Museum of Art for American and modern masterpieces.
Or, for outdoor adventure, head to Riversport OKC for whitewater rafting, ziplining, or indoor surfing.

Afternoon: Western Heritage & Local Flavors

Tour the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, home to Western art, artifacts, and a full-size replica of a 19th-century frontier town.
Satisfy your taste buds with Oklahoma City-style barbecue—try Leo’s BBQ for the Leo’s Special (chopped beef, hot links, bologna, ribs) or Iron Starr Urban Barbecue for smoked turkey and mac and cheese.

Evening: Final Explorations

Take a walk through Stockyards City to explore historic western shops and architecture.
Grab a quick bite at Elemental Coffee or another local favorite before heading back to your hotel or airport.

Getting Around: Oklahoma City is highly walkable in downtown and Bricktown. Use the OKC Streetcar for free rides between downtown, Bricktown, and the museum district. Rideshares and rental cars are ideal for visiting farther attractions like the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve (a 2-hour drive north).

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