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A sunset stroll through the Tulsa Market District on historic Route 66

Valerie Wei-Hass

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Exploring the formal gardens surrounding the Philbrook Museum of Art

Philbrook Museum of Art

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Interacting with augmented reality exhibits at the Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center

Greenwood Rising

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Family fun at the Gathering Place, Tulsa’s award-winning park on the Arkansas River

Gathering Place

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View of the Tulsa skyline at dusk

Tyler Layne Photography

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Major Airports:
Tulsa (TUL)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
States:
Oklahoma

Explore Americana nostalgia and modern attractions in this friendly locale along iconic Route 66

Tulsa, the second-largest city in Oklahoma, is both cosmopolitan and all-American in its appeal. It’s a place of contrasts along the Arkansas River, where Art Deco architecture sits alongside steel skyscrapers, and rural Route 66 Americana meets state-of-the-art entertainment. Tulsa is a city of many cultures, where diverse influences converge to shape a distinct identity. Plan a visit to explore how Tulsa is preserving its history and innovating for the future.

Vibrant Neighborhoods

Tulsa is home to a growing number of unique main streets and destination districts. The Historic Greenwood District is known as “Black Wall Street” for its legacy as one of the USA’s most prosperous Black communities. Despite the violence of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, this district continues to flourish as a hub for Black business, culture and history. Don’t miss the award-winning Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center, a state-of-the-art facility that brings the story of Greenwood to life through immersive exhibits. Nearby, the diverse Kendall Whittier Neighborhood's offerings range from the Circle Cinema – the city’s oldest-standing independent movie theater – to local art galleries, breweries and authentic Mexican restaurants.

Downtown Tulsa is a walkable hot spot for shopping, dining and entertainment, including the Tulsa Arts District which features the city’s largest selection of music venues and art galleries. Enjoy art crawls and free entertainment in the community park Guthrie Green and see live music at historic venues like Cain’s Ballroom. Nearby, the famed Blue Dome District offers a vibrant dining and nightlife scene. It’s a great spot for foodies to indulge in James Beard award-winning cuisine, as are the neighboring shopping and dining districts of Cherry Street and Brookside.

Picture-Perfect Landmarks

You’ll find spectacularOklahoma views around every corner in Tulsa. Admire the art deco buildings downtown – relics from Tulsa’s time as the “Oil Capital of the World” – then head over to Philbrook Museum of Art to tour its vast art collection and Italianate gardens. Explore the eclectic side of Tulsa at monuments like the Golden Driller and the Center of the Universe, an exciting acoustical oddity. If you’re traveling with kids, check out the Tulsa Zoo, the Discovery Lab, the Oklahoma Aquarium and the Tulsa Air and Space Museum.

Head to the historic Market District experience the charm of the Mother Road along Tulsa’s 45-kilometer stretch ofRoute 66. Follow the neon lights to find boutique shops, eclectic restaurants and plenty of nostalgic sights, including Buck and Stella Atom – two larger than lifestatues guiding the way to a retro gas station offering quirky souvenirs. While in the area, be sure to grab a bite at Mother Road Market, an award-winning non-profit dining hall.

A Breath of Fresh Air

Urban parks are abundant in Tulsa. Woodward Park is home to a picturesque botanical garden and arboretum, while at the 120-hectare Turkey Mountain Park you can find everything from horseback riding to challenging mountain bike trails. When the weather is nice, visitors love to head out to Tulsa River Parks, a 41-kilometer-long network of biking and walking trails along theArkansas River which also features a fishing pier, a skate park, a splash park for kids and the award-winning riverfront park Gathering Place.