You get quite a history lesson with your tour! Highly recommend it the owner is really nice and…read moregreat at telling stories.

The famous Tulsa Cave House was built by Joseph Koberling Sr. and James Purzer during the 1920's…read more Originally this cave like building was designed as a restaurant with outdoor dining. This restaurant served as a front to a speakeasy at night (with possible activity involving mobsters, shady business, etc). A long time ago there were tunnels (that are long gone, as they had collapsed, according to our tour guide and owner of the home) that served as an entrance and exit point. The Fire Department actually came to check and see around the home and had found some of those collapsed tunnels and that it would lead to the back of the home and over the hill. Since then, this home was owned by a few other owners and then was left abandoned for many years until Linda Collier purchased this home in 1997 and eventually repaired and restored the home. She opened this home to the public in 2007 for tours (only $10 per person). According to Linda, the home was in such a disrepair that the realtor she was with refused to enter. But as soon as Linda stepped in, she knew she just had to purchase it. She was going to move in but said that a ghost/ apparition convinced her not to move in. So she used it as a place for her woodwork and a place to write (she still does not live in the home). During that time, locals would ring the doorbell and ask if they could take a peek inside, as they had always known about the cave house but had always wondered what laid inside. Eventually Linda decided to provide tours for locals and tourists. My husband and I came for a visit on a Thursday afternoon (we had contacted Linda earlier that day and said she would be able to give a tour at 2 pm. She was so sweet to let us come in earlier, as we had arrived a bit earlier). We sat in the living room and heard a few stories of the home and looked at the old photos that she had to share of previous owners of the home and of what this home looked like before. She also told us that her home was featured on HGTV's "Home Strange Home" show and also is in the book "Weird Oklahoma." Then she showed us around her home and explained what she had done to the walls or what she had added, etc. Upstairs, there is a fun slide that my husband went down twice (lol, he's such a kid at heart). Linda had said that she added that slide for her daughter (such a cool mom she is. I wish I had a slide in my bedroom when I was kid). It was very interesting to learn about the history that Tulsa had. Also earlier in the week, some locals at a dog event we had gone to with our little girl dog, had told us about the Tulsa Cave House (although I already had this place bookmarked before visiting Oklahoma) and that they had gone on a tour and that it was worth a visit. Our tour was about 50 minutes and thought it was at a good pace and a fun activity to do. If you are looking for something out of box and happen to be visiting Tulsa, you should consider checking out the Tulsa Cave House. It is recommended to make an appointment beforehand. Although you may get lucky to do a walk in, if Linda is home.

I took the Art Deco Tour shortly after moving to Tulsa, and it ended up being one of the best…read moreintroductions to the city I could've asked for. It gave me a deeper appreciation for Tulsa's history, architecture, and the stories behind the buildings I'd been driving past without knowing their significance. Our guide, Becki, was phenomenal. She knows Tulsa's Art Deco heritage inside and out, from how each building came to be, to who originally owned them, to the ways they've been restored and repurposed today. She answered every question with patience and enthusiasm, and she made sure we had plenty of time to take photos at each stop. We made stops at The Atlas Life Building, Philcade, Philtower, Southwestern Bell, Arco, Pythian, Tulsa Club Hotel, and Oklahoma Natural Gas Building. Each stop had its own unique story, and Becki brought them to life in a way that made the tour feel both educational and fun. Whether you're new to Tulsa or you've lived here for years, this tour is a fantastic way to see the city.

This is a very informative tour on Tulsa oil magnates' history and how they traveled underground to…read moreavoid assassination. A lot was learned. And's history buff would love this tour. We'll do it again when we have visitors from out of town.

The Outsiders is one of my favorite books and movies…read more I knew some of it was filmed on location in Tulsa, but I didn't think the house where Patrick Swayze famously performed a handstand out front was still there. It is - and so is the extra pole that was added to the fence after it buckled during the first take. The inside is quaint, semi recreated and jam packed with memorabilia from the film. I loved the bedroom that recreates the setting where Ponyboy read Johnny's letter, which inspired him to write his English essay. I also loved all the random movie posters, candid photos and movie costumes - especially the autograph wall. The volunteers - who are strategically stationed around the property are the best. They're happy to talk all things book, movie and Tulsa related. If you're nice - they'll tell you about Crutchfield Park, which is just down the street and where the Greaser / Soc rumble was filmed.

The Outsiders House Museum is a Tulsa gem, especially considering its modest size. Though not very…read morebig, it's packed with interesting memorabilia from the movie that will keep you engaged as you wander through. The best part are the volunteers. You can tell they genuinely enjoy what they do and they are eager to share stories and little-known facts about the history behind the movie and exhibits. Their passion really brings the place to life. While we were there we met some fans who had traveled from out of state just to visit. We also chatted with the photographer who was a neighborhood local at the time of the filming and happened to capture behind the scenes photographs on set. He now sells photographs onsite and had some fun stories to share. Parking is convenient with a small lot out back, but if that's full, there's usually plenty of street parking nearby. There is a great little gift shop to check out before you leave as well. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

This is an "open to the public" VFW lounge. Its an awesome place if you like nostalgia. The…read morebuilding is just a couple years shy of being 100 years old. Built in 1923, it has been extremely well-maintained and is clean and fun. When you walk in, it's almost like you're walking back in time. I love these types of bars where you can meet just good, regular, every day folks. Savannah and staff are great and you may even run into Dan, the Post Commander! They had fun events here including burlesque shows, DJs, karaoke, and live music. They also have your standard fare touch tunes jukebox, a pool table, And strategically placed a big screen televisions for your favorite sporting event. This is a great place to come after work, or spend a Friday or Saturday night out with your friends. Prices are reasonable and what you would expect.

The venue feels more like a church function room than a music venue. The quality of…read moreband/performers they put on is a weak sauce. The sound quality is not great so maybe we can't blame the booking agent. I have seen a few bands there and the atmosphere is just meh. I have also seen a burlesque show that was bad, it was uncomfortably bad. I will give them credit and say the NYE night was a lit of fun, I think that was down to the alcohol and the occasion more than anything.

Tried to come here for a regular visit and arrived during the posted Tuesday hours but the doors…read morewere locked. Tried calling and got only the answering machine. No sign was posted on the doors so I have no idea why they were closed when they were supposed to be open. So one star. Then that same day, in the evening we were wanting to go listen to some live music and it was posted that they had both jazz and blues that night. We headed over and what a great time we had! It was basically an hour of different musicians jamming jazz then an hour of blues. It seemed to be all locals that knew each other. We stuck out like sore thumbs! But they were so friendly. Many many came over to introduce themselves. Daughter was asked to both get up and sing and also dance. She declined both but still so nice. Drinks are served but you only pay what you want. How crazy is that? We tried to be generous. Five stars for live music. That's how you end up with three stars.

Im not super into Jazz, but I figured since I was in Tulsa, I should stop by and check out this…read moreplace. The building itself is beautiful and historic, since it was the old Tulsa train station, so I was excited to tour the inside. I waited outside like 10 minute before I was let in during normal business hours. I called a few times and sent a few messages hoping to get in before I left Tulsa. When I was finally let in, I toured this place rather quickly. Without a show going on, there isn't too much to see and do here and the exhibits aren't super interactive. I think if I was more into jazz and if there was a show or event going on, I would have had a better experience. Also, while the exterior of the building is lovely and historic, the inside needs some work, especially the entrance, floors, etc. With some funds and some love, this place could really be something.

Estimated re-opening date will be in 2027 after 6 years of renovation…read more When it was open during pre-COVID times, the anthropology collections inside this museum featured the world's largest gathering of American West and indigenous Native American art and cultural artifacts that were truly a wonderful sight to behold.

Can't wait for the reopening of the Gilcrease Museum. The Gilcrease is a fantastic cultural…read moretreasure that promotes diversity and community and represents various forms of the arts in an engaging manner.

Whilst on the road at locations I am not familiar with I usually book a tour guide. If I'm there…read morefor a short while instead of trying to figure it out, why not go with a local. So, after some research I found "Tours of Tulsa." Kelly of Tours of Tulsa reached out to me to see what my goals were as everyone is different. Some people are broad and others are detailed. Some like walking and others driving. Depending on the city and time allotted I usually prefer walking but Tulsa is vast so a vehicle was preferred since I had 2 hours to knock this out. Moreover, when I'm on the road, I do videos for my YouTube Channel. So, Kelly and I did a few emails and the goal was to hit some familiar spots, get an understanding of the spots during the drive so I could inform the subscribers where I was and why it was important. We hit around 8 important locations in Tulsa and I got 6 good videos. Due to train noise and a maintenance worker a few were loud but if you are not filming you would care less. So, if you happen to be in Tulsa and want to do a tour, I strongly recommend "Tours of Tulsa."

Kelly is the best!! She gave us an awesome tour of Tulsa Downtown. There were underground…read moretunnels. Kelly knew a lot about the architecture and the history of the buildings. She was fun and allowed us to nose around. She answered our questions and gave us suggestions on things to do after the tour. We were impressed!!!

Just a brief stop on a turnaround. Neat looking statute, very detailed and interesting. Quite on an…read moreearly Sunday morning.

A great stop for anyone interested in the history of the Mother Road. The Route 66 Memorial is well…read moredone, with thoughtful displays and a nostalgic vibe that captures the spirit of the journey. It's not huge, but it's meaningful and worth the visit. A solid tribute to a legendary highway.

Disney's Jungle Cruise meets Oklahoma! But spoiler alert... there are no water squirting jungle…read moreanimals, but it does carry that vibe. Our captain Marcus had a great sense of humor and had historical knowledge about Bricktown that we never would have known. I definitely recommend finding a seat under the tarp, it was comfortable there. The sun was beating down pretty hard and I think I would have gotten a sunburn if I hadn't of been under the shaded seats. The whole process from getting the tickets to getting off the boat was very smooth and easy. We paid $15 for a 45 min. Boat ride. Worth every penny! You can also bring your drinks aboard, which is nice.

We grabbed our drinks in paper cups from the bar before heading downstairs, and honestly, the whole…read moreride was a fun little surprise. Our driver, David, was awesome we were laughing the entire time. It's a quick 30-45 minute water cruise on a man‑made canal that's only about 3-4 feet deep, so you definitely have to go in with the right mindset and make the best of it. Our taxi wasn't too crowded, and since we had time to kill, it ended up being a perfect, easy outing. Trying to avoid a crowded ride is definitely recommended. The ride doesn't stop, not that seen! You do get a great idea of all the places available for a Bar visit... or food! We parked at Bass Pro