Tulsa

Travel Guide

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Philbrook Museum of Art showing art, heritage elements and interior views
Philbrook Museum of Art which includes heritage elements, a pond and a garden
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Tulsa

Cowboys, oil and the Art Deco movement have all left their mark on Oklahoma’s second largest city.

Tulsa has changed its appearance on more than one occasion. It has transitioned from its Native American foundations to a frontier town to the “Oil Capital of the World.” Today, it’s no longer dependent on black gold (oil), but business is still booming thanks to aerospace, finance, high-tech and telecommunications industries.

Tulsa’s streets are easy to navigate as they are laid out in a simple grid system. Explore the downtown area on foot. It is situated near the banks of the Arkansas River and home to numerous attractions including a baseball park, shops, restaurants and art galleries. Look up and marvel at the Art Deco skyscrapers. The city has the third largest collections of Art Deco buildings in the U.S. When Tulsa settlers struck oil in the early twentieth century, the city spent some of the profits on the huge ornate structures. This includes the Philcade Building, financed by oil tycoon Waite Phillips.

Tulsa has many attractions for the whole family. Observe jaguars, lions, kangaroos, emus and hundreds of other animals at Tulsa Zoo. Set the heart beating faster on the rides at Bell’s Amusement Park and the Big Splash Water Park. Discover Tulsa’s aviation history at the Tulsa Air and Space Museum and Planetarium. You’ll learn about the city’s early aviators and its contributions to space exploration.

Tulsa is also well known for its much larger than life statues. The Golden Driller is a 76-foot (26-meter) statue of an oil worker. The bronze sculpture known as Praying Hands at the entrance of Oral Roberts University stands 60 feet (18.3 meters) high.

For some evening and nighttime fun, be sure to put the Blue Dome District on your itinerary. Named after an old 1920s gas station that used to attract early Route 66 travelers, it is now the center of downtown Tulsa’s nightlife. There’s a diverse mix of bars, clubs and restaurants. The district is also known for the annual Blue Dome Arts Festival that runs in the middle of May.

Where to stay in Tulsa

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Downtown Tulsa

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Tulsa. A stop by Tulsa Theater or BOK Center might round out your trip.

Downtown Tulsa
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South Tulsa

South Tulsa is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Woodland Hills Mall and Union Multipurpose Activity Center while in the area.

South Tulsa
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Mayo Meadow

While visiting Mayo Meadow, you might make a stop by sights like Tulsa Expo Center and Safari Joe's H2O.

Mayo Meadow
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Deco District

If you're spending some time in Deco District, Tulsa Performing Arts Center and Tulsa Art Deco Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Deco District
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Brookside

Brookside might not have many top sights, but Philbrook Museum of Art and Gathering Place are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Brookside
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Cherry Street

When in Cherry Street, you can plan a visit to Utica Square Shopping Center and Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cherry Street
River Spirit Casino Resort

River Spirit Casino Resort

4 out of 5
8330 Riverside Parkway, Tulsa, OK
The price is P8,209 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
P8,209
P9,565 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Tulsa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,474 reviews)
Can't check in early!
"They don't let anyone check in early. We even said we would pay extra. Arrived at 10:30am and couldn't check in until 2-3pm..."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

River Spirit Casino Resort
Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown

Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown

4 out of 5
100 East 2nd Street, Tulsa, OK
The price is P6,095 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
P6,095
P7,102 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tulsa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,838 reviews)
"Room service & comfy bed. Quiet too-I slept well. Excellent!"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tulsa I-44

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tulsa I-44

3.5 out of 5
3332 S 79th East Ave, Tulsa, OK
The price is P5,461 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,461
P6,363 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tulsa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Tulsa Expo Center and Southroads ...
7.6/10 Good! (423 reviews)
"Needs continued rehab"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tulsa I-44
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Convenient Tulsa Home - 2 Mi to Downtown!

Convenient Tulsa Home - 2 Mi to Downtown!

3 out of 5
Tulsa
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Tulsa. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Tulsa Expo Center and BOK Center are located nearby.
"The kitchen is very well stocked. The location was close to all k needed. They were fast and clear in communication. The house was easy to find and get in and out of."

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2024

Convenient Tulsa Home - 2 Mi to Downtown!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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