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Norman Past and Present Downtown Walking Tour

2 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Oklahoma, USA
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1 hour (approx.)
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Overview

Enjoy a stroll through charming downtown Norman while exploring historic sites and modern culture. This guided tour along Main Street discusses the city’s transformation from a surveyor’s campsite to a modern-day football powerhouse. Learn about the town's founding, symbolism of colorful murals, and stories behind local landmarks. Perfect for history buffs and casual explorers alike, this 1-hour tour covers less than a mile while offering insights into Norman’s past and present.

What's Included

  • Knowledgeable guide
  • Optional gratuity for guide
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Meeting Location

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207 East Main Street
Norman, OK 73069, USA

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216 East Main Street
Norman, OK 73069, USA

We end across the street from the starting point.

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Beanstalk Coffee and Sno Downtown

We begin seated and indoors with an historic overview of Norman's founding in Oklahoma Territory.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Play Pit

Founded on this corner in 1936, a local retailer grew to 1,000+ stores across the country and once outcompeted Walmart.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

City of Norman East Gray Street Parking Lot

From this municipal lot, enjoy prime viewing of the oversized "Heart of Norman" murals that tell Norman's story from past to present.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Madison's on Main

Observe quirky architecture at this historic former post office.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Juliette Oyster Bar and Steakhouse

Outside this restaurant, learn how the University of Oklahoma was founded on Main Street and hear conflicting accounts of their first football game.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sooner Theatre

This iconic theater was designed by a local architect and built with the finest materials and cutting-edge movie theater technology. Hear about confirmed sightings of an apparition that glides down the staircase.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

James Garner Statue

Snap a photo with Norman's most famous Hollywood celebrity, memorialized here in bronze. Garner is best known for playing Bret Maverick in the Western TV series.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Norman

Pass the former gateway to Norman where settlers flooded into town on one eventful day in 1889. This historic brick rail depot still serves Amtrak trains but is closed most of the day.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cleveland County Courthouse

Town leaders lobbied hard to break away from Oklahoma County and become a county seat. This Art Deco building replaced earlier courthouses that we revisit through photos. From here we head to the end of the tour.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Must be able to stand for 1 hour
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Norman Past and Present Downtown Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Knowledgeable guide
  • Optional gratuity for guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Must be able to stand for 1 hour
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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