Looking for Art Deco beauty, live music, and rich Route 66 history? Head to Tulsa, Oklahoma! I like the jazz clubs. The museums, of course. But my favorite are the city parks here. I like to go in the spring to see 9,000 roses blooming in the Tulsa Rose Garden. I also visit in the fall to admire the changing leaves during peak foliage. And no trip is complete without enjoying that perfect cup of coffee.

How to Get There

  • By Plane: Tulsa International Airport (TUL) is located about 15 minutes from downtown.
  • By Car: Tulsa is conveniently located on I-44 and historic Route 66. The drive takes about 1.5 hours from Oklahoma City and around 4 hours from Dallas.
  • By Bus: Greyhound and Jefferson Lines both offer bus service to Tulsa.

Where to Stay

  • The Mayo Hotel – A glamorous downtown hotel known for its Art Deco design and elegant rooftop bar.
  • Hotel Indigo Tulsa Downtown – Housed in a restored historic building near the Tulsa Arts District, with creative decor and local flair.
  • Hyatt Regency Tulsa – A modern hotel connected to the Performing Arts Center, ideal if you're catching an evening performance.

Best Things to Do in Tulsa

See the impressive collection of the Philbrook Museum of Art

Philbrook Museum of Art/VisitTulsa

See the impressive collection of the Philbrook Museum of Art -  

Visit Tulsa Farmers' Market

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Visit Tulsa Farmers' Market -                                     

Check out the interactive Woody Guthrie Center

Woody Guthrie Center

Check out the interactive Woody Guthrie Center -  

See the beautiful botanical garden at The Woodward Park and Gardens Historic District

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See the beautiful botanical garden at The Woodward Park and Gardens Historic District -                                     

Tour the historic Cave House

The Cave House

Tour the historic Cave House -                                    

In Summary...

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