Courtesy of Damon’s Droneography.
FLY NONSTOP DESTINATIONS
A WARM WELCOME
Welcome!
On behalf of the City of Tulsa, I’m honored to welcome you to our friendly, one-of-a-kind city. As you arrive in town, I hope you get a chance to dive into this Official Tulsa Visitors Guide, whether digitally or in person, produced by Visit Tulsa of Tulsa Regional Tourism, a division of the Tulsa Regional Chamber.
This Winter 2023-24 guide was curated specifically for this season and provides a snapshot of the great experiences in Tulsa.
Start off with a glance at some of our major winter events, like the Downtown Days of Wonder and our annual Martin Luther King Day Parade Then, read about various can’t-miss suggestions for each of the ways to enjoy our city, including our many dining options, nightlife and live music opportunities, family outings and so much more.
For more to do in Tulsa, grab your phone and use the QR codes throughout the guide to uncover some great hidden gems, from unique foods and shopping to season schedules of your soon-to-be-favorite Tulsa sports teams.
I hope your visit is filled with unforgettable memories, and that when you leave, your first instinct is to head right back.
Best regards,
G. T. Bynum Mayor City of Tulsa
EVERYONE'S TULSA
This community simply couldn’t be as amazing as it is without each unique culture and identity that make up the whole. Proudly, Tulsa has something for everyone, because it is comprised of everyone. With great sincerity, we invite you to explore the diversity of culture seeping from every facet of the city.
As you navigate this guide, you will find helpful icons throughout, ensuring that some of what makes Tulsa so great doesn’t go unnoticed.
WEEKEND ITINERARY
of Arvest Winterfest.
WALKING TOUR OF DOWNTOWN TULSA:
Whether you’re interested in our architecture, our history or our not-so-secret underground tunnel network–there’s a tour for you. Find yours at visittulsa.com/tours and book ahead of time.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
GET ARTSY:
From the First Friday Art Crawl to evening hours Fridays at Philbrook , the vibrant Tulsa arts scene has something for everyone. Check visittulsa.com/events for exhibition information!
Discover more Tulsa arts on PAGE 34 or visittulsa.com/arts.
OR
GET YOUR KICKS:
Tulsa boasts 28 miles of the historic Mother Road loaded with shops and restaurants old and new. Start your trip with a visit to the Visit Tulsa Visitors Center at Mother Road Market . Then, pose with quirky landmarks, peruse unique storefronts and grab a snack or cocktail to fuel up along the way.
Learn more on PAGE 22 or visittulsa.com/route-66
TREAT YOURSELF:
You’ve had a big day–that justifies grabbing a sweet treat at one of Tulsa’s delicious bakeries or ice cream shops. You’ll even find late night bites available–from scratch–at places like Common Tart and Antoinette’s on Fridays. Find more dessert on PAGE 14
Courtesy
Courtesy of Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art.
Courtesy of Philbrook Museum.
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
East Village Bohemian Pizza. Courtesy of Valerie Wei-Haas.
The Philtower Building. Courtesy of Jillian Parks Photography.
Saturday
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
HIT UP THE LEGENDARY TULSA BRUNCH SCENE:
Find details at visittulsa.com/breakfast.
EXPLORE TULSA’S COFFEE SHOPS:
See PAGE 12 or visittulsa.com/coffee.
HEAD OUTSIDE:
Tulsa’s got trails for days–paved trails, hiking trails, biking trails, etc. Check out PAGE 24 to find your outdoor escape.
VISIT THE GREENWOOD DISTRICT:
Visit the Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center and check out Black-owned businesses like Silhouette Sneakers & Art and Cobbler Mom
Explore more of Greenwood on PAGE 28 or visittulsa.com/greenwood
DISCOVER THE TULSA SOUND:
You can find live music in T-Town every night of the week, but Saturdays are always packed with Tulsa tunes. Find your venue on PAGE 38 or visittulsa.com/live-music.
NIGHT LIGHTS:
The sun may go down earlier this season, but T-Town gets lit after dark. Check out winter lights and other seasonal events taking place during your trip at visittulsa.com/winter or PAGE 6
BRUNCH IT UP:
Head to visittulsa.com/breakfast for some of our top picks.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
SNAG A SOUVENIR:
Grab a T-Town t-shirt or a post card designed by a local artist (have you ever mailed someone a post card?). Scope out shops on PAGE 40 or visittulsa.com/ shopping
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER:
Learn something new about Tulsa, outer space, the ocean–whatever interests you. Find ideas on PAGE 27 or visittulsa.com/ continued-learning
Courtesy of TravelOK.
Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center. Mercury Lounge. Courtesy of Fivish.
Courtesy of Tulsa Air & Space Museum.
Products from 19&21.
Courtesy of Foolish Things.
ANNUAL EVENTS + FESTIVALS
Recurring Events:
FIRST FRIDAY ART CRAWL
First Friday of every month tulsaartsdistrict.org/ first-friday-arts-crawl
TULSA FARMER’S MARKET
Nov. & Dec., Saturdays 8:30AM -12PM
Closed weekends immediately following holidays. Jan. - March, every other Saturday 8:30AM -12PM. tulsafarmersmarket.org
NOVEMBER 14–DEC. 31
ROUTE 66 CHRISTMAS CHUTE route66christmaschute.com
NOVEMBER 24–DEC. 17
FRI. - SUN. WOOLAROC WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS woolaroc.org
NOVEMBER 24–DEC. 30
PHILBROOK FESTIVAL philbrook.org/festival
NOVEMBER 24–DEC. 31
TULSA HOLIDAY ZIP LINE & TREETOP ADVENTURE PARK ziptulsa.com
NOVEMBER
24–JAN. 2
ARVEST WINTERFEST tulsawinterfest.com
DECEMBER 1–JAN. 7
GLOW ON THE GREEN guthriegreen.com
DECEMBER 1–24
WINTER AT GATHERING PLACE gatheringplace.org/winter
DECEMBER 2–20
HOLIDAY LASER LIGHT SHOWS tulsamuseum.org/laser-show-dec-23/
DECEMBER 2
SHOP 66 SATURDAY oklahomaroute66.com/events
WELLTOWN BREWING HOLIDAY MARKET welltownbrewing.com/events
DECEMBER 3
DEAD ARMADILLO HOLIDAY MARKET dabrewery.com/events
DECEMBER 9
HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL visitbrokenarrowok.com
HOLIDAY HILL CRAFT FAIR tulsacounty.org
HOLIDAY MARKET cabinboysbrewery.com
NEFF BREWING 5TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION neffbrewing.com/happenings
TULSA CHRISTMAS PARADE tulsachristmasparade.org
DECEMBER 10
WINTERLIGHT CHANUKAH FESTIVAL tulsagogue.com
DECEMBER 14
HOLIDAY NIGHT OUT AT PLAZA SANTA CECILIA globaldistrict.org
CHANUKAH CELEBRATION jewishtulsa.org/events
DECEMBER 26–30
TULSA SHOOTOUT tulsashootout.com
Courtesy of the Tulsa Christmas Parade.
Courtesy of Guthrie Green.
Courtesy of PostOak Canopy Tours.
DECEMBER 31
ERAS OF THE MAYO themayohotel.com
NEFF BREWING NYE BASH neffbrewing.com/events
RACE INTO THE NEW YEAR runnersworldtulsa.com
MAGGIE’S NYE BASH maggiesok.com
2024
JANUARY 1
ANNUAL HANGOVER BALL cainsballroom.com
JANUARY
8–13
CHILI BOWL NATIONALS chilibowl.com
JANUARY
5–7
OKLAHOMA BOAT EXPO okboatexpo.com
SPRING 2024
MARCH 17 ST. PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVALS
MARCH 22-24 BASSMASTER CLASSIC
MAY 5 CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATIONS
JANUARY 15
MARTIN LUTHER KING PARADE mlktulsa.com
JANUARY 19–20
PBR: UNLEASH THE BEAST bokcenter.com
FEBRUARY 7–APR. 28
COLLIDOSCOPE: DE LA TORRE BROTHERS RETRO-PERSPECTIVE philbrook.org
MAY 10-12 TULSA INTERNATIONAL MAYFEST
MAY 16-18 BLACK WALL STREET RALLY
SUMMER 2024
JUNE TULSA PRIDE (EXACT SCHEDULE TBD)
JUNE 9–11 TULSA TOUGH
JUNE 19 JUNETEENTH (TULSA JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL DATES TBD)
JULY 4 ANNUAL EVENTS INCLUDING: FOLDS OF HONOR FREEDOMFEST JENKS BOOMFEST
FALL 2024
SEPTEMBER 13-15 SCOTFEST
SEPTEMBER 19-21 TULSA GREEK FEST
SEPTEMBER 26–OCT. 6 TULSA STATE FAIR
OCTOBER 14 TULSA NATIVE AMERICAN DAY CELEBRATION
OCTOBER 17-24 TULSA OKTOBERFEST
OCTOBER 26 TULSA RUN
NOVEMBER TBA DIA DE LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL NOVEMBER 24-DEC. 1 USA BMX GRAND NATIONALS
Elote Cinco de Mayo street party. Courtesy of Root Tulsa. Courtesy of Tulsa Oktoberfest.
Courtesy of Tulsa Junetenth.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Martin Luther King Society.
ATTRACTIONS
Oklahoma Aquarium 8-C
300 Aquarium Dr , Jenks, OK 74037 918.296.3474 okaquarium.org
Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium 3-D 3624 N 74th E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74115 918.834.9900 tulsamuseum.org
Tulsa Zoo 3-D
6421 E 36th St N, Tulsa, OK 74115 918.669.6600 tulsazoo.org
The Church Studio 5-C
304 S Trenton Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 918.894.2965 thechurchstudio.com
Tulsa Botanic Garden 3-A 3900 Tulsa Botanic Dr, Tulsa, OK 74127 918.289.0330 tulsabotanic.org
MAJOR PARKS
Chandler Park 5-A
6500 W 21st St, Tulsa, OK 74107 918.591.6053 parks.tulsacounty.org
Gathering Place 5-C
2650 S John Williams Way E, Tulsa, OK 74114 918.779.1000 gatheringplace.org
LaFortune Park 6/7-D 5202 S Hudson Ave, Tulsa, OK 74135 918.496.6220 cityoftulsa.org
Mohawk Park 3-C/D/E
5701 E 36th St N, Tulsa, OK 74115 918.596.7777 cityoftulsa.org
Redbud Valley
Nature Preserve 3-F 16150 Redbud Dr, Catoosa, OK 74015 918.596.9054 oxleynaturecenter.org
Turkey Mountain
Urban Wilderness Area 7-B
6800 S Elwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 741321 918.596.2001 riverparks.org
River West Festival Park 5-B
2100 S Jackson Ave, Tulsa, OK 74107 918.596.2001 riverparks.org
VENUES
Expo Square 5-D
4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK 74114 918.744.1113 exposquare.com
Historic Big 10 Ballroom 4-C 1624 E Alpache, Tulsa, OK 74106 918.430.1700 big10ballroom.com
Mabee Center 7-C 7777 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136 918.495.6000 mabeecenter.com
Tulsa Fairgrounds 5-D 4145 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK 74114 918.744.1113 exposquare.com
TRANSPORTATION & FACILITIES
Tulsa Riverside Airport 7-B 8605 S Elwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74132
918.299.5886
tulsaairports.com/general-aviation/rvs/
Tulsa International Airport 3-D 7777 Airport Dr, Tulsa, OK 74115 918.838.5000 tulsaairports.com
Tulsa Transit Memorial Midtown Station 6-E 7952 E 33rd St, Tulsa, OK 74145 918.957.8099 tulsatransit.org
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
Langston University: Tulsa 4-C 914 N Greenwood Ave , Tulsa, OK 74106 918.877.8100 langston.edu
Oral Roberts University 7-C 7777 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136 918.495.6161 oru.edu
Oklahoma State University-Tulsa 4-C
700 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106 918.594.8000 tulsa.okstate.edu
OU Tulsa Schusterman Center 2-E 4502 E 41st St, Tulsa, OK 74135 918.660.3000 ou.edu/tulsa
Tulsa Community College South Campus 7-E 10300 E 81st St, Tulsa, OK 74133 918.595.7000 tulsacc.edu
University Of Tulsa 5-C 800 S Tucker Dr , Tulsa, OK 74104 918.631.2000 utulsa.edu
HOSPITALS
Ascension St. John Broken Arrow 7-F 1000 W Boise Cir, Broken Arrow, OK 74012 918.994.8000 healthcare.ascension.org
Ascension St. John Medical Center 5-C 1923 S Utica Ave, Tulsa, OK 74104 918.744.3131 healthcare.ascension.org
Hillcrest Hospital South 8-E 8801 S 101st E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74133 918.294.4000 hillcrestsouth.com
Hillcrest Medical Center 5-C 1120 S Utica Ave, Tulsa, OK 74104 918.579.1000 hillcrestmedicalcenter.com
Saint Francis Health System 7-D 6161 S Yale Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136 918.494.2200 saintfrancis.com
Saint Francis Health System South 8-E
10501 E 91st St S, Tulsa, OK 74133 918.307.6000 saintfrancis.com
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TULSA SURROUNDING AREA MAP
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TULSA DOWNTOWN MAP
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GREENWOOD CULTURAL CENTER
HALL OF FAME MUSEUM
JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN RECONCILIATION PARK
TULSA THEATER CAIN’S BALLROOM ONEOK FIELD
BOB DYLAN CENTER
WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER
GREENWOOD RISING BLACK WALL ST. HISTORY CENTER
JAZZ HALL OF FAME
TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER CITY HALL
TULSA TRANSIT DENVER AVENUE STATION
GRAYHOUND BUS STATION
CAMPUS
VETERANS PARK
ATTRACTIONS
Tulsa Transit Denver Avenue Station 5-C
USA BMX HQ and
Hall of Fame Museum 2-F
490 N Lansing Ave E, Tulsa, OK 74120
319 S. Denver, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.957.8099 tulsatransit.org
Bob Dylan Center 3-C 116 E Reconcillation Way, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.393.3483 bobdylancenter.com
Greenwood Cultural Center 2-E
322 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 918.596.1020 greenwoodculturalcenter.com
480.961.1903 usabmx.com
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
VENUES
BOK Center 5-C
Tulsa Transit Denver Avenue Station 5-C
319 S. Denver, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.957.8099 tulsatransit.org
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
Oklahoma State University - Tulsa 2-E
Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center 3-E 23 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 539.867.3173 greenwoodrising.org
200 S Denver Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.894.4200 bokcenter.com
Cain’s Ballroom 2/3-C
700 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106 918.594.8000 tulsa.okstate.edu
Oklahoma State University - Tulsa 2-E 700 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106 918.594.8000 tulsa.okstate.edu
423 N Main St, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.584.2306 cainsballroom.com
Tulsa Community College Metro Campus 6-E
Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame 4-D
111 E 1st Street, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.928.6430 jazzdepotlive.com
909 S Boston Ave, Tulsa, OK 74119 918.595.7000 tulsacc.edu
USA BMX Hall of Fame Museum 1-F
HOSPITALS
490 N Lansing Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 480.961.1903 usabmx.com
Woody Guthrie Center 3-D
Oklahoma State University Medical Center 7-B 744 W 9th St, Tulsa, OK 74127 918.599.1000 osumc.com As of April 17, 2023
102 E Reconcilliation Way, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.574.2710 woodyguthriecenter.org
MAJOR PARKS
Guthrie Green 3-D
111 E Reconcilliation Way, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.574.2710 guthriegreen.com
Veterans Park 5-G 1028 E 6th St, Tulsa, OK 74120 918. 596.1444 cityoftulsa.org
John Hope Franklin Center for Reconcilliation 2-D 535 N Greenwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106 918.295.5009 jhfcenter.org
SPORTS FACILITIES
ONEOK Field 3-E
201 N Elgin Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 918.744.5998 milb.com/tulsa/ballpark/oneok-field
Cox Business Convention Center 6-B 100 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.894.4350 coxcentertulsa.com
Tulsa Performing Arts Center 4-D 110 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.596.7122 tulsapac.com
The Tulsa Theater 3-C 105 Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.582.7239 tulsatheater.com
CITY & COUNTY FACILITIES
Tulsa City Hall 4-D 175 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.596.2100 cityoftulsa.org
Tulsa City County Library 6-C
Tulsa Community College Metro Campus 6-E 909 S Boston Ave, Tulsa, OK 74119 918.595.7000 tulsacc.edu
HOSPITALS
Oklahoma State University Medical Center 7-B 744 W 9th St, Tulsa, OK 74127 918.599.1000 osumc.com
As of April 17, 2023
400 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK 74103 918.549-7323 usabmx.comtulsalibrary.org
tulsalibrary.org
TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES
Greyhound: Bus Station 4/5-E 317 S Detroit Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120 918.584.4428 greyhound.com
COFFEE SHOPS
COFFEE SHOPS MADE FOR COFFEE SNOBS.
Serious about your coffee and tea? Check out our unique musts while in town.
NOTION ESPRESSO notiontulsa.com
An underground creative hub touting local art on downtown’s East side. Great for coffee and a meeting, a quick bite–or both.
NORDAGGIOS COFFEE
nordaggios-coffee.square.site
A South Tulsa favorite for coffee and tasty treats. Stop by for handcrafted beans brewed in-house, fresh pastries, cozy fireplace vibes and amazing customer service.
BLACK WALL STREET LIQUID LOUNGE bwsll.com
Independent coffee shop in the heart of the historic Greenwood District where you can unwind from the stress of your day, recharge with coffee and treats, and connect with others in the community.
TOPECA
COFFEE ROASTERS topecacoffee.com
Among the first “Farm-to-Café” coffee companies in the world, Topeca not only boasts their own chain of incredible coffee shops, but is a supplier to several local diners, gift stores and grocers.
THE COLLABORATIVE COFFEE & WINE BAR thecollaborativeok.com
This mural-covered midtown coffee shop near LaFortune Park provides a variety of unique coffee and tea drinks and small bites. Enjoy the patio or even the wine cellar, if it’s the end of a rough day.
CIRQUE COFFEE ROASTERS cirquecoffee.com
A local, app-based coffee chain with convenient shipping container locations across town, along with their original location in the Pearl District.
Courtesy of R&T Visual Arts.
Courtesy of Notion Espresso.
Courtesy of Nordaggio’s.
Courtesy of Cirque Coffee Roasters.
OH-SO-CLASSY CUISINE
Quality service, unforgettable flavors.
SMOKE. WOODFIRE GRILL smokewoodfiregrill.com
At SMOKE, you’ll enjoy a unique dining experience with locally sourced, inspired American dishes made from scratch. Any protein you order is prepared over an open flame or slowly smoked for hours.
BODEAN bodean.net
An upscale seafood restaurant where you can dine in, take out, or shop in the fresh fish market. Enjoy the latest catch, a comprehensive list of wines and a vibrant setting.
BULL IN THE ALLEY bullinthealley.com
High-end chophouse tucked away in an alley in the Tulsa Arts District. Guaranteed to wow your date.
MR. KIM’S fantasticmrkims.com
An Asian-inspired steakhouse with flavors from Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Guam and Hawaii. Choose proteins from the Chef’s tasting menu, all cooked to order at your table–DIY or by your server if you prefer.
JUNIPER RESTAURANT junipertulsa.com
Crafting its fresh, seasonal menu from hand-selected items sourced from Green Country, Juniper draws upon Italian, French, Spanish and American influences in its constantly evolving fare, as well as serves an innovative mixology menu with infused vodkas and gins, and flavored bitters.
OREN RESTAURANT
orenrestaurant.com
Choose Oren for fresh cuisine with a foundation in French and European technique. Many dishes are constructed with local produce at the forefront, so you won’t feel guilty for enjoying a lavish meal.
SISSEROU’S CARIBBEAN RESTAURANT & CATERING sisserousrestaurant.com
Inspired by the island of Dominica, Sisserou’s Restaurant transports you to the Caribbean via authentic and stylized cuisine in a vibrant setting.
AMELIA’S amelias.us
Enjoy a variety of flamecooked dishes from around the world from a true scratch kitchen with charm and excellent service.
BIRD & BOTTLE birdandbottletulsa.com
Home to the $4 martini, Bird & Bottle provides a posh yet welcoming space for you to enjoy their delicious menu, including regular chef’s features and brunch on weekends.
UPSCALE DINING
Courtesy of Smoke. Woodfire Grill.
Courtesy of Deanna Moody Photography.
Courtesy of Juniper Restaurant.
Courtesy of Amelia’s Wood Fired Grill.
DINING SPOTLIGHT: DESSERT
LIVE THE SWEET LIFE
From breakfast pastries to late night pie, Tulsa’s got your sweet tooth covered.
ANTOINETTE BAKING CO.
antoinettebakingco.com
Antoinette Baking Co. is a boutique baking company located in downtown’s Tulsa Arts District dedicated to epicurean decadence for all! Open late Fridays and Saturdays, Antoinette’s is a great choice for breakfast to late night bites.
SAINT AMON BAKING CO.
saintamonbakingco.wixsite.com/saintamon-baking-co
Bringing delightful French pastries to South Tulsa, Saint Amon Baking Co. uses fresh Oklahoma produce, fair trade chocolate and zero preservatives or chemicals designed to enhance flavor. Check their display case for croissants, turnovers, tarts–and occasionally cronuts and New York rolls–baked fresh each morning.
COBBLER MOM
cobblermom.com
Mouthwatering, homemade cobblers are the name of the game at Cobbler Mom. You can stop by their shop in Greenwood for fresh-baked cobblers, beans and cornbread or a turkey burger. Whether you love apple, peach or blackberry, you’ll enjoy every bite!
PANCHO ANAYA BAKERY
panchoanaya.com
This authentic Mexican bakery offers products made with only all-natural fresh ingredients, without the use of lard, or artificial preservatives. Maintaining the artisan techniques and offering the authentic homemade taste with the best quality, variety, and service is the Pancho Anaya tradition, backed by five generations.
LUDGER’S BAVARIAN CAKERY
ludgersbavariancakery.com
A family-owned bakery and café serving the Tulsa community for more than a decade. You can order unique wedding cakes, sweet bakery treats and a variety
Courtesy of Saint Amon Baking Co.
Courtesy of Pancho Anaya Bakery.
of beverages when you stop by. Try the original Bavarian cream cheesecake created in 1980.
MERRITT’S BAKERY
merrittsbakery.com
Find some of Tulsa’s best pastries at Merritt’s Bakery, with three convenient locations across town. Made fresh daily, options include breakfast sandwiches, donuts, cakes, pies and more.
COMMON TART
commontart.com
Tucked into a quaint Midtown neighborhood, Common Tart makes small batch pies and tarts from scratch. Don’t miss their late-night slice Fridays and movie nights.
ROSE ROCK
MICROCREAMERY
roserockmicrocreamery.com
You can find Rose Rock Microcreamery in downtown Tulsa and Broken Arrow offering delicious, small batch ice cream with vegan options. Don’t miss their yummy ice cream sandwiches on fresh baked cookies.
COUNTRY BIRD BAKERY
countrybirdbakery.com
Using regionally sourced grain and flour, Country Bird Bakery supports local farmers, while also supporting physical health, economy and ecology. This bakery aims to tell the story of the farmers and the land in a creative, fun, and unexpected way. They source the majority of their ingredients from Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Texas.
BIG DIPPER CREAMERY
bigdipperok.com
Big Dipper Creamery takes ice cream seriously. Their small batch creations offer unique combinations you won’t find anywhere else—with vegan options available. With
SWEET TOOTH HAVENS
locations in Mother Road Market, on Brookside and in Sand Springs, they’re easy to work into your itinerary. Tulsa Tip: Try a bubble cone.
GLACIER CHOCOLATE
glacierchocolate.com
Glacier has all your sweet treat needs covered. With several locations around town, head to Glacier to find the perfect gift for loved ones like themed truffles, Tulsa advent calendars, toffee, and so much more!
Courtesy of Rose Rock Microcreamery.
Courtesy of Big Dipper Creamery.
Courtesy of Ludger’s Bavarian Cakery.
FAMILY DINING
FOOD FOR THE FAM.
Find something for even the pickiest eater at these parent-approved spots.
KILKENNY’S IRISH PUB tulsairishpub.com
A Cherry Street classic, Kilkenny’s is a destination for travelers and a gathering place for friends. With a robust menu and selection of beverages, Kilkenny’s has something for the whole family.
EL RANCHO GRANDE
elranchograndemexicanfood.com
Serving true Tex-Mex cuisine to generations of Tulsans since 1950; operating from their Route 66 location since 1953. Follow their neon sign to deliciousness.
GUNG HO gunghonow.com
With locations in Tulsa Hills and on South Memorial, Gung Ho offers delicacies
all the way from Japan, Hawaii and Taiwan, including sushi, milk teas and poke. Ramen broth is simmered fresh daily for eight hours, so every dish is brimming with flavor. No experience is complete without drawing on their complimentary coloring sheets or playing Dance Dance Revolution.
GAMBILL’S PASTARIA & GROCERY tulsapasta.com
This Tulsa treasure offers all sorts of different pasta dishes with scratch-made sauces, plus desserts including their tiramisu which features their own brewed rum. Children can choose from a variety of Kids Menu options and enjoy vintage arcade games.
WILDFLOWER CAFE wildflowercafetulsa.com
Wildflower Cafe is a locally owned daytime cafe on historic Route 66 serving fresh and delicious homemade items with a menu for the kiddos. Enjoy breakfast and lunch in the heart of the Meadow Gold District surrounded by shopping, public art and attractions along the Mother Road.
WANDA J’S NEXT GENERATION wandajs.com
Now conveniently located near the Tulsa Air & Space Museum and Tulsa Zoo, Wanda J’s offers some of the world’s best comfort food.
HIDEAWAY PIZZA hideawaypizza.com
Hideaway Pizza is a Tulsa favorite. Whether you’re out with family or friends, you’ll enjoy the lively and colorful environment, build-your-own pizza pies, Italian dishes as well as a variety of alcohol options.
LOS CABOS loscabosok.com
Los Cabos offers a gourmet taste of Mexico with all the freshest ingredients and locally sourced seafood. Enjoy a variety of modern flavors with a view of the river, mariachi bands and live music.
Courtesy of Kilkenny’s Irish Pub.
Courtesy of Hideaway Pizza.
Courtesy of Wildflower Cafe. Courtesy of Gung Ho.
UNIQUE DINING NEEDS.
There simply is no shortage of options for anyone eating in Tulsa.
PURE FOOD + JUICE purefoodandjuice.com
Pure Food + Juice is a dine-in, health-focused restaurant on Brookside. It’s a unique dining experience that puts plantbased cuisine and nutrition at the forefront. They craft dishes that are gluten, sugar, soy, dairy and table salt-free.
BODHI’S BOWL bodhisbowl.com
Bodhi’s Bowl brings flavors from around the world right to Tulsa. Located in Mother Road Market, Bodhi’s serves
NEFF BREWING neffbrewing.com
A family operation that began as homebrewing for a better alternative and grew into a fully gluten-free craft brewery and restaurant. Award-winning food and brews (judged against gluten - included competitors).
ALLERGY + VEGAN DINING
delicious and hearty rice bowls of all kinds.
ELOTE CAFE & CATERING elotetulsa.com
Since 2008, Elote has grown from a local lunch spot to a Tulsa favorite in the Deco District. Serving authentic, innovative Mexican dishes, Elote is a great location for lunch or dinner – vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available.
LONE WOLF BANH MI lonewolftulsa.com
A place where you can taste the passion for Vietnamese cuisine. Known for delicious and creative banh mi, kimchi fries and fried rice bowls, you won’t struggle to find an exciting option to eat.
HOWDY BURGER howdyburger.com
Head over to Route 66 for a classic flat top burger served on a fluffy potato bun exactly how you want it–with plenty of vegan and gluten free options. Don’t forget to add the legendary Howdy Burger Rodeo sauce and a crispy basket of fries.
Courtesy of Lone Wolf Banh Mi.
Courtesy of Pure Food + Juice.
Courtesy of NEFF Brewing.
Courtesy of Howdy Burger.
Courtesy of Bodhi’s Bowl.
BREWERIES + PUBS
TULSA’S ON-TAP.
From lagers to hearty porters, Tulsa’s craft brewery profile is rich and inclusive, with beers for everyone from the casual drinker to your one friend who’s really into IPAs.
DOWNTOWN
NEW 2023
CABIN BOYS BREWPUB cabinboysbrewery.com/brewpub
Check out Cabin Boy’s new downtown location, complete with a full kitchen. Don’t miss their brunch specials, plus cocktails and mocktails on draft.
NAMED ONE OF THE “BEST BREWERIES IN THE SOUTH” BY RAVE ravereviews.org
DEAD ARMADILLO CRAFT BREWING dabrewery.com
Named one of the “Best Breweries in the South” by RAVE, their brews and straightforward taproom paired with a spacious “boneyard” patio featuring downtown views keep locals coming back.
WELLTOWN BREWING welltownbrewing.com
Spacious, multi-story facility boasting a rooftop deck with amazing views of downtown, plus areas that can be rented for special events. Tulsa Take: try their Berry Bliss.
EERIE ABBEY ALES eerieabbeyales.com
Unique, monastic craft brewery in the heart of the Deco District dishing out Belgian style beers. Taking full advantage of their historic space, their taproom oozes Belgian vibes to match their brews.
NEFF BREWING neffbrewing.com
Tulsa’s gluten-free brewpub. Fatherson duo Jon and Jonathon Neff went to work (with the help of Jonathon’s chem + engineering background) making gluten-free beer on par with gluten-full beer upon Jonathon’s celiac diagnosis. Brewing with new types of artisan malts of millet, buckwheat, rice and quinoa, NEFF’s creations are “Brewed For Everyone.”
Courtesy of Dead Armadillo Craft Brewing.
Courtesy of Cabin Boys Brewpub.
Courtesy of Welltown Brewing.
AROUND TOWN
THE CAPE BREWING COMPANY thecapebrewing company.com
Fun interior plus spacious backyard. Jenks location perfect for relaxing after family time at the aquarium hosting bingo, trivia and live music.
BROKEN ARROW BREWING COMPANY
brokenarrowbrewingco.com
Native American owned and operated microbrewery. Built in 1906, the space offers everything from traditional to experimental styles.
THE NOOK BREWING COMPANY nookbrewco.com
A father-son activity that turned into a full brewing operation. Quality beer, quality time.
HOP THE GRIFFIN BREW PUB & WINE BAR hopthegriffin.com
Microbrewery offering craft beer, wine and snacks in a space perfect for gathering with friends.
HIGH GRAVITY BREWING COMPANY & PIPPIN’S TAPROOM highgravitybrewingco.com
Dedicated to essential styles, flawlessly executed–with the occasional watermelon gose or toasted marshmallow s’more stout.
PEARL DISTRICT
PEARL BEACH
BREW PUB
pearlbeachbrewpub.com
Indoor and covered outdoor seating, sand volleyball and an incredible downtown view. In addition to their brews, boasts a full bar complete with frozen drinks.
NOTHING’S LEFT BREWING CO.
nothingsleftbrew.co
Experiments with a wide variety of ingredients to craft interesting, drinkable beers.
KENDALL WHITTIER DISTRICT
HEIRLOOM
RUSTIC ALES
heirloomrusticales.com
Slinging brews like “Mamas don’t let your cowboys grow up to be racists” in a dogfriendly, rustic, industrial space. Creates community, collabs with charities, etc.
MARSHALL’S BREWING COMPANY
marshallbrewing.com
Bringing the art, quality and enjoyment of craft brewing to Oklahoma. Features a small tasting room with a wide variety of beer. The perfect place for an afternoon with friends.
CABIN BOYS
BREWERY
cabinboysbrewery.com
Offers hand-crafted ales brewed with spices, fruits and a touch of pizzazz to put a twist on traditional beer styles. Also has
locations downtown and in Claremore.
RENAISSANCE BREWING CO.
renaissancebeer.com
The only facility specifically built for brewing in the city, Renaissance is a little different than other breweries you may have visited–their taproom opens onto the brewing floor featuring four core brews and eight rotators.
AMERICAN SOLERA americansolera.com
Neon signage will lead the way to equally vibrant beer at the chic, vintage revival taproom of American Solera: a brewery that produces a wide range of fruit beers that blur the line between brewing and winemaking.
+ PUBS
NAMED ONE OF THE “BEST BREWERIES IN THE SOUTH” BY RAVE ravereviews.org
Courtesy of Nothing’s Left Brewing Co.
Heirloom Rustic Ales. Courtesy of Root Tulsa.
Courtesy of Renaissance Brewing Co.
Courtesy of Cabin Boys Brewery.
Courtesy of the Cape Brewing Company.
NIGHT LIFE
AFTER HOURS
One glimpse at night life in Tulsa–and you’ll be after ours.
CLUB MAJESTIC visittulsa.com/club-majestic
Catering to the LGBTQIA+ community, Club Majestic provides upscale entertainment–including frequent, amazing drag shows–for all.
SHADY KEYS shadykeys.com
A dueling piano joint in a historic Blue Dome District building dishing out singalong classics. Bring cash to request your favorite tunes!
ROOSEVELT’S rooseveltstulsa.com
Roosevelt’s is a warm and friendly gastropub with fun bites and a huge tap wall–and is also prolific around the holidays when it comes to their décor. In the heart of Cherry Street, this
spot attracts crowds for lunch, dinner and brunch every weekend.
ST. VITUS stvitustulsa.com
Tulsa’s premier electronic music dance club, tucked in an alley serving high quality craft cocktails. Go for stained-glass window vibes.
DUST BOWL LANES & LOUNGE dustbowllounge.com/ locations/tulsa
Hit the lanes or snag a drink in this bowling alley turned latenight club.
THE STARLITE BAR thestarlitebar.com
A lively local bar tucked away off Route 66 offering frequent live events from comedy night to trivia.
VALKYRIE valkyrietulsa.com
Nationally recognized bar offering classic and new cocktails made from fresh ingredients. Tulsa Tip: Ask the bar for a custom cocktail from their list of descriptors.
Courtesy of Wildflower Wine Jungle.
Courtesy of Roosevelt’s.
Courtesy of Roosevelt’s.
Courtesy of Valkyrie.
WILDFLOWER WINE JUNGLE
instagram.com/ wildflowertulsa
Not to be confused with Wildflower Cafe, Wildflower Wine Jungle is on Brookside and offers pot-your-ownplant stations and supplies along with a curated wine and beer menu.
FASSLER HALL
fasslerhall.com
Find Oktoberfest vibes year-round at this German gem in the heart of downtown known for beer, food and live entertainment.
SATURN ROOM
saturnroom.com
Head on an islandhopping rum flight through the Caribbean and try beachy cocktails in their wide assortment of tiki glassware.
TRENCHERS DELI
facebook.com/trenchersdeli
Once lunch-only, Trencher’s is now a late-night sensation providing house-made sandwiches and baked goods until 1AM. Add a full bar and video game lounge and there’s really something for everyone.
RETRO BAR & GRILL visittulsa.com/retro-bar-grill
Enjoy entertainment from live R&B and Jazz performers/ bands, the best DJs around, karaoke, food and drinks.
INNER CIRCLE VODKA BAR
icvodkabar.com
Perfect place to visit on a warm, summer night. Enjoy a full bar with creatively infused cocktails, live music, indoor and outdoor games, events and more!
THE PENTHOUSE ROOFTOP BAR
themayohotel.com
Perched on top of the historic Mayo Hotel, The Penthouse Bar stands as the only location with an unobstructed 360-degree view of downtown.
Courtesy of the Penthouse Rooftop Bar.
Courtesy of Fassler Hall.
ROUTE 66
THE CAPITAL OF ROUTE 66
Tulsa County’s 28-mile stretch of Route 66 keeps things fresh with new neons, shops and restaurants opening left and right.
BUCK ATOM’S COSMIC CURIOS buckatomson66.com
A gift shop celebrating the magic of the Mother Road. Find Route 66 inspired apparel, home accessories, arts and more.
DECOPOLIS DISCOVITORIUM & TULSARAMA decopolis.net
An Art Deco themed “town square” and mini-Museum, plus the DECOPOLIS Discovitorium filled with fantastical science décor and gifts.
ROUTE 66 HISTORICAL VILLAGE route66village.com
Located in Southwest Tulsa, this open-air museum offers a unique experience educating visitors about Tulsa’s history in the oil, refining and transportation industries. Their Visitor’s Center is a replica of a 1920’s
Phillips 66 gas station, which pairs nicely with their towering 154-foottall oil derrick–the tallest oil derrick in North America.
THE BLUE WHALE visittulsa.com/blue-whale
One of the wackier Route 66 roadside attractions, the Blue Whale of Catoosa is a classic photo op with frequent festivals.
This is a must-see for superfans of the Mother Road.
MOTHER ROAD MARKET & SHOPS AT MRM motherroadmarket.com
A vibrant food hall where you can enjoy local favorites, new concepts and
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
Courtesy of Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios.
Courtesy of Mother Road Market.
Courtesy of Decopolis.
Boulevard and Riverside Drive honoring Cyrus Avery, the “father of Route 66.” Stop by to enjoy a taste of Tulsa art deco and take some great photos.
Mother Road. The locally owned spots and public art on this stretch of Route 66 offer some of Tulsa’s most eclectic shopping, dining and views.
rotating residents of the Kitchen 66 food incubator program. Enjoy a full-service bar and an expansive patio with outdoor seating, a Route 66-themed mini golf course and more!
CYRUS AVERY CENTENNIAL PLAZA & CYRUS AVERY PLAZA SOUTHWEST visittulsa.com/cyrus-averycentennial-plaza Route 66 bronze statues, plaza, park, Skywalk and pedestrian bridge located on Southwest
ROUTE 66 RISING visittulsa.com/route-66-rising Dedicated in 2019, Route 66 Rising is an impressive sculpture measuring over 30 feet high and 70 feet long. Find this Instagrammable stop at the Avery Traffic Circle.
JOSEY RECORDS
joseyrecords.com
With major music city vibes, Josey Records in the Meadow Gold District offers vinyl records along with turntables, CDs, tapes, apparel, and other music accessories.
MEADOW GOLD DISTRICT meadowgolddistrict.com Main Street-style shopping on the
SOUTHWEST TRADING COMPANY facebook.com/ southwestnativegoods
A Native-owned family business, Southwest Trading Company offers Native American made and handmade items. With apparel, jewelry, candles and more, this is the perfect spot for you to find a gift for anyone.
THE SKY GALLERY theskygallery.com
Proudly showcasing Oklahoma goods, the Sky Gallery boasts local art and crafts, including blown glass, wood carving, baskets, jewelry, sculptures, fiber art, mosaics, ceramics, paintings, stained glass, and more.
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
Courtesy of Deanna Moody Photography.
Courtesy of Southwest Trading Company.
Route 66 Rising. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
OUTDOORS + EXPLORE
EXPLORE GREEN COUNTRY
With the largest privately funded park on the planet – and equally impressive natural outdoor locations all over – Tulsa is one of those cities where you could spend all week outside. Good luck not falling in love.
TULSA ZOO
tulsazoo.org
A fun and affordable destination where families can connect. Located in Mohawk
Park, the Tulsa Zoo’s beautiful 85 acres are home to more than 400 species–many rare and endangered in the wild. Visit immersive exhibits like the Mary K. Chapman Rhino Reserve; learn more about your favorite animals during daily keeper chats; or enjoy the scenery during a trip on the train.
TULSA BOTANIC GARDEN
tulsabotanic.org
An all-season oasis blooming in the Osage Hills boasting an epic holiday lights display. The Lakeside Promenade gracefully encompasses a seven-acre lake, and the Cross Timbers Trail provides
a 1.5 mile hike through the native prairie and forest.
GUTHRIE GREEN
guthriegreen.com
The beating heart of Tulsa’s Arts District, Guthrie Green is an urban green space and performance venue that frequently hosts food trucks and free events such as movie nights, yoga, concerts and fitness bootcamps. Also home to an incredible annual holiday lights display.
CREEK NATION
COUNCIL OAK PARK
visittulsa.com/council-oak-park
After surviving forcedremoval from their ancestral homelands, the Creek Nation’s Locvpoka (Locapoga) Tribal Town established their new home at the historic Council Oak tree, which still stands within the park grounds in downtown Tulsa.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Botanic Garden.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Zoo.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Botanic Garden.
Courtesy of the Guthrie Green.
TURKEY MOUNTAIN URBAN WILDERNESS AREA
visittulsa.com/turkey-mountain
A recreational treasure, Turkey Mountain encompasses several hundred acres of rugged land less than a 15-minute drive from downtown. Turkey Mountain offers an escape from city life via a thick canopy of trees–and miles of hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and running trails. A map of the marked trails is located near the trailhead, along with signage describing the varying degrees of difficulty for some
of the trails. Downloadable maps are available at riverparks.org.
RIVER PARKS TRAILS
riverparks.org
The 26 miles of all purpose trails run from downtown Tulsa south along the Arkansas River on the east and west banks with parking, restrooms, play equipment and furnished rest stops along the way.
KEYSTONE ANCIENT FOREST
visittulsa.com/keystone-ancient-forest Oklahoma’s first and only forest included in the national Old-Growth Forest Network. Hiking hours are 7AM to 2PM on Thursdays and 7AM to 6PM Friday - Sunday.
GATHERING PLACE
gatheringplace.org/spring-guide Riverfront park offering world-class experiences for all ages with no entry fee. Climb on larger-thanlife cranes in the Chapman Adventure Playground or take in the downtown Tulsa skyline while soaring on Swing Hill. Year-round programming includes children’s activities, live music, art shows, sports events and so much more.
THIS MACHINE
thismachinetulsa.com
This Machine bike share provides a high quality, convenient and affordable bicycle transit system.
With the This Machine app, locals and visitors alike can rent from a system of 200+ electric pedal-assist bicycles from 45+ conveniently located kiosks along bikeable areas around midtown and downtown.
These bikes are perfect for getting from downtown Tulsa to Gathering Place, and are also now available in the Broken Arrow Rose District!
OUTDOORS + EXPLORE
Courtesy of Turkey Mountain.
Courtesy of Gathering Place.
Courtesy of This Machine.
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EXPAND YOUR UNDERSTANDING
Tulsa offers some of the finest (and funnest) educational opportunities to make any trip more eye-opening. Whether solo or in a group, young or not-so-young, there is something to learn around town for everyone.
CONTINUED LEARNING
CIRCLE CINEMA
circlecinema.org
Tulsa’s oldest-standing movie theatre, Circle Cinema originally opened in 1928 and now operates as the only nonprofit cinema in the area. They celebrate creativity, the arts and filmmakers from around the corner to around the world.
DENNIS R. NEILL EQUALITY CENTER
okeq.org
Established in 1995, the Equality Center serves the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender and allied community and is one of the largest centers of its kind in the region. The center is owned and operated by Oklahomans for Equality and includes an event center, a full-service lending library, a wellness center and more.
TULSA TOURS
tulsa.tours
Explore the skyscrapers of downtown Tulsa, built by the oilers who left their lasting imprint on the skyline. Discover hidden tunnels, or hear the story of the Greenwood District and Black Wall Street with Tulsa Tours!
EDUCATION + LEARNING
MILLER MUSEUM OF JEWISH ART
jewishmuseumtulsa.org
Contains the Southwest’s finest collection of Judaica, with priceless items nearly 4,000 years old. An extraordinary Holocaust Collection emphasizes the experiences of survivors who came to live in Oklahoma, as well as Oklahomans who participated in the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps.
TOURS OF TULSA
toursoftulsa.com
Walk over and under the streets of downtown Tulsa through buildings built in Tulsa’s oil boom days. Tours of Tulsa can customize an itinerary specifically for you and your group with a guided tour to fit your schedule.
SHERWIN
Courtesy of the Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art.
Courtesy of the Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewsih Art.
Courtesy of Jillian Parks Photography.
EDUCATION + LEARNING
HISTORIC GREENWOOD DISTRICT
GREENWOOD CULTURAL CENTER
greenwoodculturalcenter.org
A monument to the Greenwood citizens who created a renowned and respected community despite formidable odds. Experience life in historic Greenwood through photos and stories from Tulsa Race Massacre survivors, a restored home that originally belonged to survivors and much more.
JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN RECONCILIATION PARK jhfcenter.org/reconciliation-park Features Hope Plaza–a 16-foot granite structure with three bronze sculptures–depicting actual images from the Tulsa Race Massacre. The 25-foot Tower of Reconciliation at the center of the park tells the powerful stories of Oklahoma’s earliest Black residents and the history of Black Wall Street.
GREENWOOD RISING greenwoodrising.org
A state-of-the-art history center located at the heart of the historic Greenwood District honoring the legacy of Black Wall Street before and after the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, Greenwood Rising allows visitors to explore and connect with Greenwood District history through an immersive journey using projection mapping, holographic effects, and environmental media.
PATHWAY TO HOPE greenwoodrising.org/pathway-to-hope
A direct walking route between John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park and other sites in the core of the Greenwood District. The pathway symbolically reconnects a Greenwood District bisected by I-244 during Tulsa’s urban renewal phase.
Greenwood Guided Tours:
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FOR RECONCILIATION jhfcenter.org/guided-tours
Courtesy of Jillian Parks Photography.
Greenwood Rising. Courtesy of Chris Creese.
FOR KIDS + KIDS AT HEART
OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM okaquarium.org
Underwater experiences await you throughout galleries featuring aquatic life from our oceans, rivers, lakes and streams. See the largest bull shark collection in the world through a unique walk-through tunnel and dome. Crawl through the Kelp Forest and Discovery Caves and Extreme Amazon to come face-to-face with exotic stingrays, iguanas and fish from these habitats.
URBAN AIR TRAMPOLINE & ADVENTURE PARK urbanair.com
This is the ultimate indoor adventure park where kids of all ages can explore thrilling attractions, challenge their body and mind, and most importantly…have a blast!
TULSA AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM & PLANETARIUM tulsamuseum.org
Launch back in time and experience Tulsa’s aerospace history. Enjoy the unique opportunity to look at vintage planes while also taking delight in the many interactive exhibits. Fly on a jet simulation, maneuver robotic arms like an astronaut in space and more!
WOOLAROC MUSEUM & WILDLIFE PRESERVE woolaroc.org
See bison roaming the plains and explore Oklahoma history at Woolaroc. Tucked away in the Osage Hills, Woolaroc once served as a ranch retreat for oilman (you hear that a lot) Frank Phillips. Now, anyone can visit the 3,700acre wildlife preserve and art museum. Perfect for hiking, picnics and more. Don’t miss their Wonderland of Lights this winter!
DISCOVERY LAB discoverylab.org
In a state-of-the-art building next door to the Gathering Place, the Discovery Lab provides unique programming for children in middle-school and younger geared toward developing their creativity, critical-thinking, problem-solving and collaboration skills. With a labyrinth of tunnels, a slide made from packing tape, science demos, The WorkShop, Science Lab, and so much more, Discovery Lab is a place where kids and their families can make, learn, explore, and design things using real stuff in new and different ways. Inspired by best practices in informal learning.
EDUCATION + LEARNING
Courtesy of Tulsa Air and Space Museum.
Courtesy of Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve.
Courtesy of Discovery Lab.
Courtesy of Oklahoma Aquarium.
EDUCATION + LEARNING
FOR KIDS + KIDS AT HEART
THE OUTSIDERS HOUSE MUSEUM
theoutsidershouse.com
Immerse yourself in Tulsa history with a visit to the set of the cult-classic movie ‘The Outsiders.’ Offering behind-the-scenes stories, memorabilia and more, The Outsiders House Museum just northeast of downtown Tulsa is a time-traveling experience that’s worth a trip even if you’ve never seen the movie.
POSTOAK CANOPY TOURS
postoaklodge.com/zipline-tours
POSTOAK Zip Line Canopy Tours takes thrill seekers soaring above the treetops along a network of more than 3,865 feet of cable line — that is longer than 10 football fields! Zip from platform to platform and enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Oklahoma’s magnificent Osage Hills and downtown Tulsa. Daredevil or not, this will be an amazing, fun and rewarding ride!
TULSA SPOTLIGHT THEATER | SPOTLIGHT CHILDREN’S THEATER
tulsaspotlighttheater.com
Has hosted “The Drunkard & Olio” almost every Saturday night since Nov. 14, 1953, inside a Bruce Goff-designed space. Has been home to Tulsa’s finest children’s theatre, Spotlight Children’s Theatre, since 1997.
PURPLE GLAZE
purpleglazestudio.com
This DIY studio offers thousands of different ceramic and wood items to either paint or mosaic how you please. They offer a variety of household items, such as plates and bowls, as well as decorative and collectible items you can paint to have around your home. With two studio locations to choose from, you have an opportunity to create one-of-a-kind pieces whenever you would like!
Courtesy of POSTOAK Canopy Tours.
Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.
Courtesy of Purple Glaze.
PRESS YOUR LUCK
With three of the best casinos and resorts imaginable, not a single choice is a gamble.
RIVER SPIRIT CASINO RESORT
riverspirittulsa.com
A luxurious hotel rising 27 stories high with retail, a convention center, a showroom for live entertainment and sporting events plus VIP suites. The Margaritaville Casino is packed with 850 electronic games and 27 live table and poker games. Try two-story Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville restaurant or Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, and don’t miss the resort pool cabana experience.
OSAGE CASINO HOTEL
osagecasino.com
Offers a world-class casino experience, from the rush of the high-stakes tables to electronic gaming options. Experienced chefs bring extraordinary care and attention to their dining options. Book a stay in their brand-new hotel, and try to catch a show at the Skyline Event Center while you’re there!
hardrockcasinotulsa.com
Try more than 2,400 of the newest and most popular electronic games and enjoy Northeast Oklahoma’s largest non-smoking gaming floor. Their resort features a 19-story luxury hotel with more than 350 rooms and suites with an additional 100 suites in a stunning 10-story smoke-free hotel tower.
GAMING + CASINOS
HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA
Courtesy of River Spirit Casino Resort.
Courtesy of River Spirit Casino Resort.
Courtesy of Osage Casino Hotel.
Courtesy of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa.
SPORTS SEASON
TULSA IS A SPORTS CITY.
Did you know Tulsa is home to the USA BMX Headquarters and Hall of Fame? This beautiful new facility located in Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District boasts an incredible display of BMX history and gear, plus an athlete training space. The Headquarters and Hall of Fame is next door to the state-of-the-art Hardesty National BMX Stadium.
LIVESTOCK/EQUINE
exposquare.com
Each year national and international horse exhibitions and shows fill the calendar at the state-of-the-art Expo Square. You’ll see just about every breed–from Arabians to Quarter Horses. Experience rodeos, barrel racing, calf roping events and more. Plus, check out summertime quarter horse racing at nearby Fair Meadows.
Courtesy of FC Tulsa.
Courtesy of The University of Tulsa.
TICKETED SPORTS THIS SEASON
ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY oruathletics.com
The Golden Eagles bring NCAA Division I athletics to south Tulsa.
TULSA OILERS HOCKEY tulsaoilers.com
You may think Tulsa’s too hot for hockey and if that’s the case, maybe the Oilers are too hot for you.
OKLAHOMA STATE okstatehockey.com
Go, Cowboys! Catch them in the rink at the Oilers Ice Center.
UNIVERSITY OF TULSA tulsahurricane.com
Reign ‘Cane! Route 66 NCAA Division I basketball and more.
WINTER
RACING
tulsaracewaypark.com
The Capital of Route 66, Tulsa is a city with a rich motorsports culture. Throughout the year, you can catch races at Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park, Hallett Motor Racing Circuit and more. Additionally, classics like the Chili Bowl Nationals take place annually at Tulsa’s Expo Square.
SPRING
GOLF
visittulsa.com/golf
The only city to host the PGA Championship five times, Tulsa is home to golf galore. From laid-back minigames at GolfSuites in Jenks, to championship-level terrain at Southern Hills Country Club, Tulsa has a golf experience for you. You can even head out to Cedar Ridge Country Club in Broken Arrow, which recently hosted LIV Golf, or see the view of the Tulsa skyline from the historic Tulsa Country Club course.
ARTS + CULTURE
BLACK WALL STREET FOREVER
The Greenwood Chamber of Commerce “Black Wall Street Forever” mural is located in the Historic Greenwood District and depicts the thriving Black Wall Street as it was before the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.
PUTTING THE “ART” IN ART DECO
Tulsa’s skyline alone is a thing of beauty with breath-taking art deco at every turn. Each building, alley and brick has something unique and meaningful to say.
MURALS
TULSA REMOTE MURAL
Located in the Blue Dome District downtown reflecting Tulsa’s Art Deco skyline, the Tulsa Remote Mural is out of this world.
WORLD’S LARGEST AUGMENTED REALITY MURAL majesticmural.com
Spanning approximately 15,000 sq. ft. on the east and north sides of the Main Park Plaza parking garage, 410 S. Main St. Scan this QR Code while you visit, or find it at the website above.
Courtesy of Philbrook Museum.
Courtesy of Jillian Parks Photography.
Courtesy of Living Arts of Tulsa.
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
MUSEUMS
PHILBROOK MUSEUM OF ART
philbrook.org
Nestled on 25-acres of pristine gardens, offering world-class art in a villa that transports visitors to the Italian countryside. Philbrook houses a sprawling collection of American, Renaissance and Baroque art, including one of the most comprehensive surveys of 20th Century Indigenous art in the U.S. Once the home of Waite and Genevieve Phillips, this landmark frequently hosts events from art talks to nature walks–and a stunning annual light display.
TULSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM tulsahistory.org
Located in the historic Sam Travis mansion with rotating exhibit galleries
featuring stories from Tulsa’s past. Their wide ranging collection includes over 200,000 photographs, books, maps, historical costumes, architectural elements, and fine and decorative arts. In addition, the museum’s Vintage Garden invites visitors to stroll among the flowers, trees and historical Tulsa artifacts.
VINTAGE SEWING CENTER AND MUSEUM visittulsa.com/vintage-sewingmuseum
A historical hands-on museum with over 700 vintage sewing machines on display, with many set up for use. The collection includes a variety of displays from treadle machines to midcentury modern machines, and dainty hand crank machines to heavy-duty industrial machines. The museum also offers workshops, quilting parties, machine repair and restoration, as well as specialty machine rental.
VAN GOGH: THE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE vangoghexpo.com/tulsa
Take a journey into the incomparable universe of
ARTS + CULTURE
Van Gogh, one of the greatest artistic geniuses of the 19th century. At this pop-up expo, you’ll become completely immersed in the works of art around you, and feel the shift in reality as you dive deep into the world created by Van Gogh’s brush strokes.
LIVING ARTS OF TULSA
livingarts.org
This gallery offers creative workshops, performances, exhibitions, films/videos, demonstrations of current art, lectures, related educational activities and research in its mission to present and develop contemporary art forms in Tulsa.
Courtesy of Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience.
Courtesy of Philbrook Musuem.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Historical Society & Museum.
ARTS + CULTURE
+ MORE
108|CONTEMPORARY
108contemporary.org
A gallery that strives to educate and develop connections within the Tulsa community by drawing attention to contemporary pieces found in Oklahoma and from around the world. This nonprofit community arts organization supports Oklahoma’s contemporary fine craft artists, connecting them with audiences and opportunities.
TULSA FOUNDATION FOR ARCHITECTURE
tulsaarchitecture.org Tulsa Foundation for Architecture offers walking tours highlighting some of downtown Tulsa’s architectural treasures. Docents point out features of unique buildings and offer historical perspectives. Each second Saturday tour is different, but will typically include a visit to a lobby, a tunnel or maybe even an oil baron’s penthouse! On any given tour, you might see beautiful examples of Art Deco, Beaux Arts, Gothic Revival and Mid-Century Modern buildings.
HENRY ZARROW CENTER FOR ART AND EDUCATION
utulsa.com/zarrow
The Zarrow Center is a dynamic arts anchor with exhibitions
offered by The University of Tulsa’s School of Art. Shows include exhibits featuring the artwork of local, regional and nationally recognized emerging artists.
TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
tulsapac.com
The Tulsa Performing Arts Center (TPAC) is located in Tulsa’s historic downtown and was designed by the architect of the former World Trade Center towers. Ella Fitzgerald kicked off the first concert in 1977. With four theaters, a studio space and a large reception hall, the TPAC has hosted many Broadway tours, popular artists, local talent and functions like recitals.
Courtesy of 108|Contemporary.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center.
Courtesy of Jillian Parks Photography.
Courtesy of Tulsa Foundation for Architecture.
TULSA SOUND
TULSA’S MUSIC SCENE
Find music every night of the week in Tulsa’s iconic venues.
LEGENDARY VENUES
NOMINATED 9 TIMES FOR “POLLSTAR ARENA OF THE YEAR” IN 14-YEAR HISTORY pollstar.com/venue/bok-center-278083
BOK CENTER bokcenter.com
When the world’s most renowned performers come to town, they come to the BOK Center. The 18,000+ seat arena transformed Tulsa’s downtown landscape, spurring economic growth and development, all by hosting today’s hottest names in music and entertainment, including Madonna, Lady Gaga, Reba McEntire, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Paul McCartney and Jason Aldean.
CAIN’S BALLROOM cainsballroom.com
An iconic dance hall and concert venue since the 1930s, Cain’s still attracts top performers from Green Day to Tech N9ne, who are honored to
share the same stage with former legends. Numerous fundraisers, charity balls and private events are held here each year. Doubles as a rentable event venue for banquets, parties, weddings and more.
TULSA THEATER tulsatheater.com
A historic concert hall completed in 1914, the Tulsa Theater was originally designed to serve as the city’s Municipal Auditorium and has since hosted some of the world’s greatest musicians and entertainers. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, the Tulsa Theater has hosted musicians including Chicago, Al Green, Buddy Holly, B.B. King, Weezer and Vance Joy.
Photo by Phil Clarkin. Courtesy of George Kaiser Family Foundation.
Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.
Courtesy of Cain’s Ballroom.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Theater.
Courtesy of the BOK Center.
UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL
VANGUARD
thevanguardtulsa.com
Catch your favorite artist here before they’re selling out arenas! The Vanguard is a popular spot among locals for reasonably priced shows without a bad seat in the house. Get up close and personal with the next big band.
THELMA’S PEACH
thelmaspeach.com
Keeping it peachy as one of Tulsa’s newest music venues.
VOXPOP
voxpoptulsa.com
A music venue so small, it feels like you’re in someone’s living room.
THE SHRINE
tulsashrine.com
The Shrine is a classic Tulsa bar and music venue at the popular 18th and Boston hub home to restaurants and other night spots. Every night, enjoy live music, friendly bartenders and a unique vibe unmatched anywhere else in town.
BLACKBIRD ON PEARL
blackbirdonpearl.com
Head here for open mics, stand-up comedy and more.
MUSIC HISTORY
MAGGIE’S MUSIC BOX
maggiesok.com
Hidden, slightly cajun gem in Jenks.
MERCURY LOUNGE
mercuryloungetulsa.com
Boston spot boasting music every night. A converted gas station and Tulsa classic offering an open patio, covered patio, fireplace, pool table and old school juke box, and hosts some of the best live original music in town.
THE COLONY colonytulsa.com
For more than 60 years, The Colony has been a staple of the Tulsa music community. This British-themed local classic is nestled in Midtown and hosts live original music every night.
LOWDOWN
lowdowntulsa.com
Looking to jazz things up? Head to LowDown in the Tulsa Arts District. This 21+ underground spot is a guaranteed good time.
BOB DYLAN CENTER
bobdylancenter.com
Offering unprecedented access to the creative life of one of America’s most important and influential artists, the facility houses and exhibits more than 100,000 exclusive cultural treasures created and owned by Bob Dylan. The center provides programming, performances and special displays showcasing the artist’s message and impact.
THE CHURCH STUDIO
thechurchstudio.com
Formerly Grace Methodist Episcopal Church founded in 1915, Church Studio was purchased in 1972 by legendary musician Leon Russell, who transformed the building into a recording studio.
The birthplace of the Tulsa Sound was
TULSA SOUND
recently restored by owners Ivan Acosta and Teresa Knox and opened in 2021 as a world-class recording studio and event space on the vibrant Studio Row.
WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER
woodyguthriecenter.org
A museum and center for inspiration, the Woody Guthrie Center offers three spaces: the temporary gallery is perfect for catered receptions, the classroom accommodates group meetings and the theater is an intimate space for performances or presentations.
Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.
Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.
Courtesy of the Bob Dylan Center
SHOPPING DAY
TAKE HOME A PART OF TULSA.
Maybe you’ve heard Tulsa’s a super affordable place to be. It’s also a super affordable place to shop!
SHOPPING DESTINATIONS
BROOKSIDE brooksidetheplacetobe.com
Classy-yet-casual dining joints, shops with everything from designer clothes to signature Tulsa-themed gifts, a cozy cafe and even a professional ballet company characterize the
TULSA GLOBAL DISTRICT globaldistrict.org
charming Brookside district, a neighborhood just a short jaunt away from the Gathering Place.
HISTORIC GREENWOOD
DISTRICT
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Peruse one of the most incredible sneaker stores in the U.S. or pick up some Black Wall Street gear sold from historic buildings on Greenwood Ave. Afterwards, fuel up at Black Wall Street Liquid Lounge.
KENDALL WHITTIER
DISTRICT visitkendallwhittier.com
This funky corner of Tulsa has something for everyone. Head to Kendall Whittier to experience a mix of art studios, breweries, restaurants, a historic theater and nonmainstream retail.
CHERRY STREET visittulsa.com/cherry-street
A dynamic, foodie’s playground boasting locally owned restaurants, antiques, and boutiques. Perfect for brunch dates, bar crawls or pleasant family dinners.
Get your daily dose of culture on East Tulsa Main Street! Try something new at Pho Nhi or grab authentic ingredients at Las Americas Supermercado. Don’t miss authentic Mexican pastries at Pancho Anaya Bakery and try some El Salvedorian fare at La Reyna Salvadoreña.
UTICA SQUARE
uticasquare.com
A quaint, Instagrammable (yes, we’re calling that a word) slice of Midtown packed with restaurants, boutiques and shops lined around flower beds and an iconic phone booth.
THE BOXYARD tulsaboxyard.com
Inspired by an iconic London development, the downtown Boxyard is constructed of repurposed shipping containers that now house a variety of shops like Nine one Skate and Sweet Boutique.
Silhouette Sneakers & Art. Courtesy of Root Tulsa.
Courtesy of Pinkeasy Sips & Sweets.
Utica Square. Courtesy of Val Wei-Haas.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Global District.
Courtesy of Ida Red General Store.
LET’S GO TO THE MALL
WOODLAND
HILLS MALL
visittulsa.com/ woodland-hills
There’s always something bustling at Woodland Hills, which includes the commercial area around Woodland Hills Mall at 71st and Memorial and has plenty to offer for all ages. Shop ‘til you drop and expand your palate with some grub from any of the nearby restaurants.
SOUTHROADS
SHOPPING
visittulsa.com/southroads
The area surrounding Promenade Mall, Southroads, is a local staple for shopping major brands from Dillard’s to Vintage Stock. Find party decorations, pet supplies and more all in one bustling hub.
NEIGHBORHOOD MAIN STREETS
BIXBY
bixbyok.gov
Another quickly growing suburb (that’s a theme here) known for community festivals like the Green Corn Festival held annually on the 4th Thursday, Friday and Saturday of June.
BROKEN
ARROW | ROSE DISTRICT
brokenarrowok.gov
In Broken Arrow, you discover a city with the tranquil atmosphere of a small community while offering a variety of cultural, shopping and sporting opportunities. This booming suburb boasts hiking trails, a nature park and nine public and private golf courses.
JENKS
jenks.com
Known as the “Antique Capital of Oklahoma,” this side of town has so much more to offer than its wonderful array of antique shops. The Oklahoma Aquarium alongside the Arkansas River is home to the world’s largest exhibit of bull sharks. Next door, the Riverwalk boasts excellent shopping and dining, plus live music at their outdoor amphitheater.
OWASSO | REDBUD DISTRICT
redbudowasso.com
The Redbud tree is wellrecognized in Oklahoma as the state tree, but it is also the nickname for Owasso’s budding destination district. Find your newest outfit at one of the Redbud District’s trendy boutiques, offering goods from designer clothing to kimchi; and be sure to try their unique, locally owned restaurants.
SHOPPING DAY
SAPULPA | CROSSROADS
sapulpacrossroads.com
The Sapulpa Crossroads in downtown Sapulpa offers local boutique and antique shopping, food and specialty stores that are all within walking distance.
SAND SPRINGS
sandspringsok.org
Tulsa’s gateway to Keystone Lake, Sand Springs is a tightknit community with an adorable historic downtown home to enchanting dining and shopping options.
Mural by Carlos Barboza. Courtesy of the City of Broken Arrow.
Courtesy of the Route 66 Christmas Chute.
WHERE TO STAY
FROM AIRBNBS TO BNBS
You’ll have to sleep sometime. And it’s important you’re vibing with where you’re resting your head. Lucky for you, Tulsa kind of has the market cornered on variety. From mansion to pad and loft to executive suite, the real question is how many times will you hit snooze in the a.m.
21 1/2 BOUTIQUE HOTEL
21andahalftulsa.com
Just across from the Guthrie Green in the center of the Tulsa Arts District, this boutique hotel includes 12 newly redesigned studio apartments. Each room is equipped with all the essentials any traveler would need for two nights or an extended stay. Relax in their harmoniously designed living
spaces with breathtaking views of the stunning Tulsa skyline.
TULSA CLUB HOTEL
visittulsa.com/tulsa-club-hotel
Find yourself in the center of it all in this chic, historic Deco District stay. This restored 1927 hotel comes with a central downtown location–steps from world-class dining and entertainment, event space, rooftop terrace and an incredible restaurant.
duetsbnb.com
Located in the heart of Studio Row, Duets Bed & Breakfast is a newly-remodeled property in an original 1913 brick building above Ah-Sigh-e and Studio Row Coffee. During your stay, enjoy a continental breakfast accompanied by inviting decor honoring the legendary Tulsa music scene, eat at some of the legendary restaurants in nearby downtown and shop around for some trinkets created by local artists.
DUETS BED & BREAKFAST
Courtesy of 21 1/2 Boutique Hotel.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Club Hotel.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Club Hotel.
Courtesy of 21 1/2 Boutique Hotel.
Duet’s Bed & Breakfast. Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.
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