Play, explore, and dine at Bricktown, Oklahoma City's hottest entertainment district on the banks of the Bricktown canal. Enjoy canal-side restaurants, retail shops, museums, sports venues, and movie theaters. See public art and street performance art. Take a horse-drawn carriage ride or float down the canal on a boat tour. There's plenty to keep you busy while you hang out at Bricktown. This thriving urban district is home to more than 45 restaurants, bars, retail shops, family-friendly attractions, public art, museums, galleries, and even an urban beach for summer fun. This area's diversity of businesses, educational institutions, housing, and leisure activities make it a true 24/7 destination, one of the most distinct and historic in OKC.
Experience a tropical outdoor paradise at the Myriad Botanical Gardens in downtown Oklahoma City, where you can stroll through the lush Tropical Rain Forest Zone, where towering palms and crashing waterfalls will transport you to a world of greenery and wonder. There's always something new to discover, with over 1,000 species of plants from 6 continents. In addition to exploring the grounds, be sure to register for one of our ecology classes to learn more about the beauty of the Myriad Botanical Gardens. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or enjoy relaxing in a peaceful outdoor setting, you will find something to appreciate at the Gardens. Experience the magic of the Myriad Botanical Gardens today and see why it's such a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike.
Blue Zoo is a fantastic place to visit. You'll have access to the aquarium, all the animal exhibits, shows, and play areas. The mission of Blue Zoo is to educate and inspire in a fun, hands-on environment. You can touch and feed stingrays, birds, and reptiles, experience sharks, clownfish, seahorses, and angelfish, and play on multiple water tables and a pirate ship. Blue Zoo is more than just an interactive aquarium featuring species from around the globe. You can also enjoy educational experiences with the experts, watch a scuba diver swim amongst the sharks, hear fun facts about marine life, or even watch a live pirate show complete with swashbuckling, sword fights, and a mermaid meet and greet.