Kaylyn & Philip
Things To Do
Golden Driller Statue
Want an Iconic photo here is the spot for you! The Golden Driller is a 75-foot-tall, 43,500-pound statue of an oil worker, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was built from a steel frame, covered with concrete and plaster. It is the sixth-tallest statue in the United States
Center of the Universe
It's been called the "Whisper Chamber", a phenomenon and a mystery. You can stand in the center & hear your own echo when there shouldn't be one. The center itself is a worn concrete circle, 30 inches in diameter, that’s in the middle of a 13-row circle of bricks eight feet in diameter. The circle was created in the ’80s, when the span of bridge had to be rebuilt after a fire. Near the Center is a large tower with a cloud on it. Created for the 1991 Mayfest, Native American artist Robert Haozous created a great sculpture named “Artificial Cloud.” The sculpture is seventy-two and one-half feet tall, the work was created on the premise that more people would look at a naturally rusting steel cloud than at the real thing. Described by critics as "a silent commentary on man’s love of technology and the destructiveness that can come from that infatuation. The surface of the sculpture has been allowed to rust, to show the effect of time and the atmosphere."
Boston Avenue United Methodist Church
Completed in 1929, is considered to be one of the finest examples of ecclesiastical Art Deco architecture in the United States, and has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Philbrook Museum of Art
This once family villa of the Phillips family has been transformed and historically maintained as an incredible art museum. Th Oil boom family of Waite Phillips surprised Tulsan's with the announcement to gift his 72 room mansion & 23 acres of grounds as a an art center for Tulsa in 1930's . The Philbrook strives to make a creative and connected community through art and gardens. A Tulsa Must See!
AHHA
Ever wanted to go to a museum where you can touch and be overwhelmed by sound and color? Than this is the museum for you! Highly recommended by locals! Originally the Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa, ahha was founded in 1961 to bring arts to the community through innovative programming and to facilitate collaboration amongst the various arts organizations in Tulsa. In 2012, ahha opened the Hardesty Center in the Tulsa Arts District. The center houses offices, galleries, and classrooms as well as a darkroom, printmaking suite, and artist studios
Woody Guthrie Center
Who doesn't love music & Woody Guthrie! This location is dedicated to spreading Woody's message of diversity , equality & social justice. Home to the Woody Guthrie Archives! Great spot for music lovers and interesting small location.
Gilcrease Museum
Housing the world's largest, most comprehensive collection of art of the American West, as well as a growing collection of art and artifacts from Central and South America! For all Native American and art enthusiasts this beautiful and powerful statement museum is a great location to visit while in Tulsa.
The Outsiders House Museum
Stay Gold, Pony Boy, Stay Gold! Museum and house featured in 1983 Film The Outsiders, which was filmed on location in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Watch this movie if you haven't before coming to Tulsa!
Gathering Place
Family friendly park attached to the Tulsa Trail system off riverside. Award winning park as USA Today's #1 Best City Park for Readers Choice award, Time kids & Time Magazine Greatest places, National Geographic's 12 Mind blowing Playgrounds around the world and much more. The name “Gathering Place” intentionally addresses the city’s need for inclusion. Regardless of age you will want to see this park at least once.
Tulsa Zoo
For a small zoo 85 acre zoo it packs a punch with beautiful animals, gardens and much more. The Tulsa Zoo is located in Mohawk park one of the larges municipal parks in the US. It celebrates more than 90 years of providing family friendly recreation, natural sciences education and conservation of wildlife.
GolfSuites
You been to top golf, or a driving range before? Wanna kick back and tee off. Come here for a beer some apps and great view of the Arkansas River.
Utica Square
Small Shopping square with high end brands to enjoy an afternoon. Recommend Queenies, Wild Fork & Glacier Confection
Cherry Street District
Shopping, restaurants, bars & more Recommend Roosevelt's, Smoke & Kilkenny's for food and drinks Farmers market on Saturday Mornings When Cheryl Dobbins and Caroline Brune moved their bakery from downtown Tulsa to 15th Street in 1982, they noticed that old city plats identified it as “Cherry Street.” So, The Bakery became The Bakery on Cherry Street, and that is how one of Tulsa's most popular entertainment districts got its original name back.
Brookside District
Shopping, restaurants, bars & more. Recommend: Old School Bagel, Sushi Hana & The Warehouse Brookside could well be considered one of the oldest parts of Tulsa. It is believed that a store owner by the name of Guy Scroggs was the first to use the name “Brookside” when he named his drug store Brookside Drugs around 1940 and it stuck.
The Boxyard Tulsa
Inspired by an iconic London development, the Boxyard is constructed of shipping containers that endured 8-12 years of international travel. Diverse in selection and even a bit odd, there is something to interest everybody. Come see for yourself how "cargotechture" and local small businesses have combined to become a hub of retail, food, and beverages. The views aren't half bad either.
Valkyrie
COUPLES FAVORITE BAR: Located in the thriving Tulsa Arts District of Downtown Tulsa, Valkyrie is a destination bar with a playful, neighborhood feel. Their Motto: Playfully serving serious drinks. Our beer/wine/cocktail list is always rotating so try something new! High end cocktails from classics to new age signatures. Ranked Best in Tulsa several years in a row and Top 10 Bar Teams in the USA from the Spirited away awards. Fun Fact! One of Phil's Childhood best friends Tanner Scarborough is a GM for Valkyrie! The boys have been visiting and introducing people to this location since it opened in 2012.
Hodges Bend
Locally sourced and roasted coffee. Hand picked wines. Classic cocktails and adapted interpretations. What more do you need from a serve it all restaurant bar
Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge
21+ Bowling Alley with Vintage Lanes
PRHYME: Downtown Steakhouse
Award-winning Chef Justin Thompson presents PRHYME, an upscale and modern interpretation of the American steakhouse. They have 1/2 off Bar Menu on Mondays & Tuesdays. Local favorite!
Bull in the Alley
Speakeasy style restaurant & bar. Cosmopolitan chophouse & tavern turning out elevated American fare in smart surroundings. Located in the Alley way between Valkyrie & Spinster Records. Highly recommended for a date night while in town.
Burn Co Barbeque
It's THE BBQ of Tulsa. Cooking over live fire & smoking foods in the Hardwood Charcoal this on-site location runs out of food for the lunch rush around 1pm! So get it while its hot!
Jane's Delicatessen
Jane's Delicatessen is an eatery and bar located on historic Route 66. Family favorite offering a mix of Jewish, German, and French-Canadian inspired dishes. All meats are cooked in house with a rotation of in-house made breads, bagels, and baked goods.
Coffee House on Cherry Street
The Coffee House on Cherry Street has been providing the heart of Tulsa with the best coffee, breakfast, pastries, and gluten free cakes cookies and pies for around since 2006! One of Lee's, Phils mother, and Tulsa's favorite coffee places!
Foolish Things Coffee Company
Funky & art inspired Coffee location! Get away from your tablets, laptops and phones here for a great downtown location to rest and renew.
DoubleShot Coffee Co
Independent cafe featuring house-roasted beans, craft drinks & light bites in comfy industrial digs
American Solera Brewery
A creative craft brewery in Tulsa, Oklahoma founded in 2016 by Chase and Erica Healey. Named Best New Brewery in the United States by RateBeer and 2nd Best New Brewery in the World by RateBeer in 2016. Fun location with plenty of space to spread out and enjoy as well as rotating kitchen take overs/food trucks. Right next door to another great brewery Cabin Boys.
Heirloom Rustic Ales
Small Batch Brewery. Local beer enthusiasts who are people/kids like you and me who have student loans, car payments, and over due library books. Great fun location with local food truck rotation and a great brunch location.