Downtown Tulsa Travel Guide

Tulsa

Centennial Park which includes a fountain, a lake or waterhole and a city
Downtown Tulsa
Centennial Park which includes a high-rise building, a pond and a fountain
Centennial Park featuring a river or creek, a fountain and a park
Centennial Park featuring a river or creek and a garden

Enjoy opera and ballet, visit the Jazz Hall of Fame and admire well-preserved art deco buildings in this vibrant downtown district in Oklahoma’s second-largest city.

Downtown Tulsa in Oklahoma is a high-density, urban district packed with concert venues, cocktail bars and historic art deco architecture. Once the heart of an affluent oil town, today this precinct offers visitors historic architecture, sophisticated jazz and opera venues and fascinating museums.

In the early 1900s, a major oil well was discovered near Tulsa. This created a boom in the area and Tulsa became home to many of the country’s wealthiest oil barons. At the same time, the art deco movement was growing and much of the area’s historic architecture was built during this prosperous time. Take one of the many walking tours to learn more about the architecture of the area.

Tulsa is also a musical hub. Visit the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame, which showcases musicians from the past century and holds a free twilight concert every Sunday in summer. Cain’s Ballroom is another historic landmark in Tulsa. It hosts musicians from all over the world. Head to the BOK Centre to see performances from renowned artists in a state-of-the-art setting. The venue is also home to Tulsa Shock, Oklahoma’s WNBA team.

The Gilcrease Museum has one of the world’s largest collections of American Indian art. Learn more about regional culture at Philbrook Museum of Art, which celebrates four centuries of  American artists. Afterwards, stroll through the botanic gardens that surround the facility.

Immerse yourself in culture at Tulsa Opera or enjoy a show at Tulsa Ballet. The Tulsa Performing Arts Centre hosts travelling Broadway plays, comedy shows and musicals. Younger crowds generally gather in the Blue Dome Entertainment District to take advantage of the area’s bars and nightclubs. 

Tulsa International Airport is located 10 miles (16 kilometres) east of the downtown area. The city is also easily accessible by car. Tulsa is famous for its 100-mile (160-kilometre) regional bike trail system, which many people use to get around the city.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Downtown Tulsa

DoubleTree by Hilton Tulsa Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Tulsa Downtown

4 out of 5
616 W 7th St, Tulsa, OK
The price is ₹8,152 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹8,152
₹9,499 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tulsa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (354 reviews)
Excellent
"My stay was excellent as usual"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Tulsa Downtown
Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown

Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown

4 out of 5
100 East 2nd Street, Tulsa, OK
The price is ₹9,154 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹9,154
₹10,666 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tulsa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,806 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown
Aloft Tulsa Downtown

Aloft Tulsa Downtown

3 out of 5
200 Civic Ctr, Tulsa, OK
The price is ₹8,357 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹8,357
₹9,738 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tulsa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"We were upgraded to a suite, no extra charge. The ladies at the front desk were welcoming, helpful, and kind."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Aloft Tulsa Downtown
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tulsa Downtown/Route 66

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tulsa Downtown/Route 66

3 out of 5
707 S Houston Ave, Tulsa, OK
The price is ₹9,391 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹9,391
₹10,942 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tulsa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tulsa Downtown/Route 66
The Mayo Hotel

The Mayo Hotel

4 out of 5
115 W 5th St, Tulsa, OK
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tulsa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a nightclub and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"This hotel had plenty of charm and ambiance, but the convenience of a modern hotel. The staff was friendly and the location is good."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

The Mayo Hotel
Hyatt Place Tulsa Downtown

Hyatt Place Tulsa Downtown

3 out of 5
400 S BOSTON AVE, Tulsa, OK
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹9,219 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
₹9,219
₹10,742 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tulsa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Outstanding stay.
"The staff was very helpful, the room amazing and the breakfast was great."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Tulsa Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Tulsa

Tulsa featuring food

Deco District

While visiting Deco District, you might make a stop by sights like Tulsa Performing Arts Center and Tulsa Art Deco Museum.

Deco District
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Tulsa Arts District

If you're spending some time in Tulsa Arts District, Tulsa Theater and Woody Guthrie Center are top sights worth seeing.

Tulsa Arts District
Centennial Park featuring a skyscraper, a city and a park

Pearl District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pearl District and surrounding area, you can visit ONEOK Field and Greenwood Cultural Center.

Pearl District
Centennial Park featuring a skyscraper, a city and a park

Central Park

Though Central Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like ONEOK Field and Tulsa Performing Arts Center.

Central Park
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West Tulsa

While there might not be top attractions in West Tulsa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cyrus Avery Centennial Plaza and Gathering Place.

West Tulsa
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Maple Ridge North

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Maple Ridge North and surrounding area, you can visit Woodward Park and Utica Square Shopping Center.

Maple Ridge North

Downtown Tulsa Travel Guide