Tulsa: A Contemporary Metropolis

Tulsa ranked 7th on the list of the best day trips from Oklahoma. Tulsa is about 90 minutes from Oklahoma City, so you can see many of the city's most important sites if you leave early and return late, such as the Greenwood Historic District, which was the site of Black Wall Street. The Muscogee Creek Nation settled Oklahoma's second-largest city in the early 1800s, and the city has a rich Native American history (one of dozens of tribes that have resided throughout the state). Visitors now come to enjoy an impressive museum collection, a thriving arts scene, and outdoor recreation.

Immerse yourself in local history at the Thomas Gilcrease Institute of American History and Art, a great place to start any trip. The iconic Blue Dome structure anchors an entertainment district brimming with restaurants, bars, and nightlife, while the Tulsa Arts District features reimagined historic structures, galleries, and theaters. Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area, a multi-use recreational property with a network of River Parks trails, invites visitors to explore Tulsa's green spaces at any time of year.

• Getting there: Tulsa lies just over 100 miles northeast of Oklahoma City directly up I-44.
• Travel tip: The gorgeous Italianate Renaissance-style Philbrook Museum of Art and verdant grounds are a must-see.

Google rating: 4.0/5.0

Address: 175 East 2nd Street, Suite 1405Tulsa, OK 74103

Phone: 74008-4193

Website: https://www.cityoftulsa.org/