Location: Tulsa
Top Things to do in Tulsa
What to do and see in Tulsa, Oklahoma (OK): The Best Things to do Good for Kids
The heart of Oklahoma beckons with over 140 parks, plus a variety of cultural attractions and entertainment venues sure to satisfy all ages and interests. Whether you're looking for world-class art, ballet, opera or just a day at the zoo, Tulsa is a great choice for a quick getaway. On the culture front, you could spend an entire weekend touring the city's fine museums. The Gilgrease, the Museum of Jewish Art and the Philbrook all offer fascinating exhibits in their respective areas of expertise. Anyone with an interest in gardens will not want to miss the Tulsa Garden Center and its extensive horticultural library plus other resources related to all things green. Outdoor endeavors include Bells Amusement Park, golf and River Parks, 20 miles of paved recreation trails that run along the Arkansas River and weave past picnic areas, playgrounds, fountains and sculptures.
Restaurants in Tulsa
1. Philbrook Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,276 reviews
This vast art museum, housed in an Italian style villa, has numerous exhibits from European, American, Asian, Native American and African artists and is surrounded by acres of lush gardens.
Reviewed By teachinturtle - Collinsville, United States
As a lifelong Tulsa resident, I’ve been visiting Philbrook since I was a child. The grounds alone are worth a trip, but the art inside the mansion is also excellent. The staff is very knowledgeable & helpful. There are always special events going on, and each Second Saturday of the month, admission is free.
2. Holy Family Cathedral
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
Holy Family Cathedral is the mother and head church for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tulsa in Eastern Oklahoma. It is a beautiful neo-Gothic edifice built in 1914, and recently renovated. Masses are celebrated everyday either in the Cathedral Church or the Chapel of Peace located in the basement. Our Whole Family Faith Formation Program, called Wednesdays at the Cathedral, begins each Wednesday with an affordable dinner at 5:30pm and then the different programs for youth, teens, and adults run from 6:30 - 8:00pm. Tours of the church are available upon advanced request.
Reviewed By M5586NLpauls
The Cathedral is my parish and I am there at lest three times per week. The building itself exudes an atmosphere of spirituality and prayer.
3. Gathering Place
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 436 reviews
Gathering Place is a public park located alongside Riverside Drive in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Spanning over 100 acres, Gathering Place offers guests a one-of-a-kind playground, gardens, trails, boat rentals, restaurants, outdoor concerts, events and so much more!
Reviewed By jbwhitehouse - Dallas, United States
What a terrific, free place! Lots to do from reading a book inside wifi equipped air-conditioned lodge to walking trails, to enjoying plants to climbing ropes and sliding on zip lines in Adventure Playground to playing ball, and enjoying boating.
4. Vintage Sewing Center And Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By carlsP488XN
We went to see the museum and wound up with WK doing the tour, the amount of information that this man has is phenomenal and the machines and the back stories that went with them is something worth hearing, we spent 5 hours there, asking questions and hearing stores, saw a lot of machines that we have never seen before and came home with out heads full of so much information and we are planning to go back for more. It is a hidden gem that needs to be explored.
5. Gilcrease Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 868 reviews
The world's largest collection of art from the American West is housed at this museum, which is also well stocked with Native American artifacts and artwork. Thematic gardens reflect the gardening styles of different time periods.
Reviewed By swwtheman - Little Rock, United States
Wonderful, a do not miss museum. Especially notable western and Native American art collections. Remington, Russell and Moran paintings and sculptures amongst others. Easy to navigate the spacious galleries. Even if your not big into art, you will enjoy this place.
6. River Parks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
Over 26 miles of asphalt-paved running, walking and biking trail crosses the River Parks along the banks of the Arkansas River past picturesque gardens, fountains, life-sized wildlife sculptures, playgrounds and gathering areas.
Reviewed By 299sherij
Oh my goodness, where do I start..... This place is well worth a visit. If you have kids - of any age - it is a must. You will spend ALL day there without a dull moment. The park is spectacular, the bike trails are amazing, and it is a lovely atmosphere to spend the day.
7. Mabee Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Mabee Center's 105,000 square-foot facility is designed to meet any capacity, accommodating events scaled from 1,274 to 11,300 seats. Whether the event calls for an intimate theater configuration, or an amplified round, the stage has been set to entertain a full house.
Reviewed By Survile
Mabee center is in the heart of the oral roberts campus property. The design is something to see. Not many building like it and you can find it easy as the oral roberts towers can be seen from all over tulsa. Its a convention center so you never know what may be going on here.
8. Mohawk Park
9. LaFortune Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
LaFortune Park is over 270 acres tucked in midtown Tulsa, OK. It is the only County Park within the Tulsa City limits. The park has as golf, baseball, tennis, a 5k trail, pool, croquet court, playgrounds, picnic tables, shelters, fishing and a community center.
Reviewed By 241tonyab
This park is nice for the whole family. The kids love the park area I love the track. I would recommend this park for all activities.
10. Linnaeus Teaching Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By roserambler
This is a fabulous teaching garden. The landscaping and plantings are top-notch. All plants are are tested for this area. Plantings change from time to time to allow for new additions. The garden includes a wonderful waterfall and small koi pond; a vegetable garden, a fountain garden, a small green house and much more. You can see the entire garden in as little as 30-45 minutes, but you could spend much more time looking at the labeled plantings. There are always Master Gardeners available for questions. It's just a great place! It is adjacent to Woodward Park and Tulsa Garden Center.
