A blend of Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style, Tulsa is the cultural centre of Oklahoma. This city’s roots run as deep as its oil heritage and it is home to two world-renowned art museums and one of the country’s largest concentrations of Art Deco architecture.

Things to do

Art enthusiasts should visit the Philbrook Art Museum, considered one of the top 50 fine art museums in the country. The galleries are housed in an Italian-style villa, featuring exquisite classics from international artists, including Picasso, Bellini and Rodin. After you’re done touring the exhibitions, take a stroll through the lavish gardens and explore the on-site shop and cafe.

Continue your cultural journey at the Gilcrease Museum, which houses the world’s largest collection of art from the American West. Enjoy browsing unique Native American artefacts and artwork, including marble statues of Lafayette and Lincoln.

Looking for an exciting animal encounter? Head to Tulsa Zoo, located in one of the largest municipal parks in the United States. Spend time spotting elephants in the Lost Kingdom area, wander through the tropical rainforest simulation and watch sea lions swim in the underwater exhibit at Helmerich Sea Lion Cove.

The Woody Guthrie centre, located in Tulsa’s Brady Arts District, is a must-see for music lovers, as it showcases one of the most significant figures in American folk music. The museum packs a lot of information for its small size and offers insight into the life of Woody Guthrie, including fascinating displays of his manuscripts and instruments.

Getting around

Tulsa is well-connected by highways and roads, so getting around by car or taxi is easy. Tulsa Transit runs public bus services throughout the downtown area and surrounding suburbs. The Tulsa International Airport serves as the primary aviation hub for Tulsa and is located 15 minutes from the city centre.