Tulsa · Tulsa County, OK

Outdoors in Tulsa

Scout analyzed 105 Tulsa places and surfaced the ones that actually fit outdoors.

Places analyzed

105

Matches

24

Typical spend

$40

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Scout-verified spots

Tulsa Performing Arts Center

Deco District

Tulsa Performing Arts Center

This is a great destination for an evening or afternoon of culture, easily paired with dinner or drinks downtown. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and tickets typically range from $50-$250 per person depending on the show.

Live musicArtsRelaxed
4.7$50–$250 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Vault Restaurant

Deco District

The Vault Restaurant

The Vault is suitable for an evening meal or drinks pairing before or after another downtown activity. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-70 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsHistory
4.4$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Braden Park

White City

Braden Park

Braden Park is suitable for a low-cost family outing or solo walk, offering open space and a playground. It can be a brief stop for an hour or so, especially on a nice weather day.

OutdoorsAnimalsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Turkey Mountain

Outdoors

Turkey Mountain

Turkey Mountain is a free outdoor park with extensive trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, suitable for a few hours of activity. It pairs well with a picnic or a post-hike meal nearby.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
DoubleShot Coffee Co

Riverview

DoubleShot Coffee Co

DoubleShot Coffee Co is a good spot for a focused solo work session or a casual catch-up with friends over coffee. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for an hour-long visit.

FoodShoppingWellness
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
She Brews Coffee Roasters

Food & Drink

She Brews Coffee Roasters

She Brews is good for a casual solo stop or a quick meet-up, typically lasting about 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-15 per person on coffee and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Leake Park

Outdoors

Leake Park

Leake Park is a free outdoor space suitable for a 1-2 hour relaxed walk or play, best enjoyed during good weather. It can be paired with a picnic or a nearby casual meal.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Redrock Canyon Grill - Tulsa

Food & Drink

Redrock Canyon Grill - Tulsa

Redrock Canyon Grill is a solid choice for a casual dinner outing, offering wood-fired dishes in a relaxed setting. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $30-60 per person for a main and a drink, suitable for pairing with a movie or a stroll nearby.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Bella Roma Medical Spa

Chimney Hills

Bella Roma Medical Spa

Bella Roma Medical Spa is good for a solo pampering session or a special treat, offering various wellness and beauty treatments. Plan for a 1-3 hour visit and expect to spend $100-$500 per person.

WellnessRelaxedQuiet
$100–$500 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Salt Earth Massage Therapy and Salt Therapy Tulsa

Wellness

Salt Earth Massage Therapy and Salt Therapy Tulsa

Visit Salt Earth Massage for a dedicated wellness session, typically lasting an hour and costing $75-150 per person. It pairs well with a quiet meal before or after, or as a standalone self-care outing.

WellnessRelaxedQuiet
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Helmerich Park

Outdoors

Helmerich Park

Helmerich Park is suitable for a free outdoor excursion, especially for families or solo visitors, taking about 1.5 hours. It pairs well with a picnic or a bike ride along the river.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Mercury Lounge

Riverview

Mercury Lounge

Mercury Lounge is a good spot for an evening of live music and drinks, typically fitting well as a primary destination for a couple of hours. Expect to spend $20-$60 per person on drinks and cover if applicable.

CocktailsLive musicSocial
$20–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

Arts & Culture

Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve

Woolaroc offers a full day of exploration, combining art, history, and wildlife. It is best enjoyed during good weather and pairs well with a picnic. Expect to spend about $10-15 per person for entry.

OutdoorsArtsHistory
$10–$15 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
The Colony

Nightlife

The Colony

Visit The Colony for a relaxed evening of local live music in a cozy bar setting, with a fireplace indoors and a patio. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for drinks over 1.5-2 hours, making it a good post-dinner stop or a full night out.

CocktailsLive musicOutdoors
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Roosevelt's

Cherry Street

Roosevelt's

Roosevelt's is a great spot for a casual meal or drinks with friends, offering an urban gastropub experience with inventive food and a tap wall. Plan for a 1.5-hour visit, costing roughly $25-60 per person, especially if enjoying brunch or an evening out.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Coffee House on Cherry Street

Cherry Street

Coffee House on Cherry Street

This coffee shop is ideal for a casual solo or small group outing, perfect for a morning coffee or an afternoon break. Expect to spend about an hour and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingOutdoors
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
French Hen

Greenwood District

French Hen

The French Hen is a good choice for a refined dinner outing, possibly for a celebration or a romantic evening. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and between $50-$100 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Forno Santo

Blue Dome District

Forno Santo

Forno Santo is suitable for a dinner outing, particularly for dates or family meals, expecting a visit of around 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $30-$70 per person on Italian food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Noche Woodfired Grill & Agave Bar

Greenwood District

Noche Woodfired Grill & Agave Bar

Noche Woodfired Grill & Agave Bar is a Mexican restaurant suitable for an evening meal or drinks. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-70 per person. It could pair well with a night out in the city.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Tavern

Tulsa Arts District

The Tavern

The Tavern is suitable for an evening meal or drinks, offering New American cuisine and creative cocktails. Plan for a 1.5-hour visit with a cost of $35-75 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Mohawk Park

Outdoors

Mohawk Park

Mohawk Park offers a large area for outdoor activities like hiking, zoo visits, or nature exploration, suitable for a half-day or full-day outing with varying costs depending on activities. It pairs well with a picnic or can be a primary destination.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews
$0–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Veterans Park

Central Park

Veterans Park

Veterans Park is a free outdoor destination perfect for a family outing or solo adventure, offering activities like hiking, water play, and a dog park. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here, making it a good complement to a picnic or other local attractions.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Bar Serra

Food & Drink

Bar Serra

Bar Serra is suitable for a dinner or drinks outing, lasting around 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $30-75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Maggie's Music Box & Gastropub

Nightlife

Maggie's Music Box & Gastropub

Maggie's Music Box & Gastropub is suitable for an evening out with live music, food, and drinks. Plan for a 2-3 hour visit and expect to spend $30-$75 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 60 of the 105 analyzed Tulsa places fit outdoors.
  • 33% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 57% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Scenic, Upscale, Adventurous.

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