Inside Tulsa, Route 66 traversed the city east-to-west on 11th Street into downtown, crossed the Arkansas River, and headed westbound to Sapulpa, Davenport, Chandler, Arcadia and Oklahoma City.
The city is known for its art deco architecture in the central Deco District. Landmarks like the Philcade and Philtower buildings reflect a 20th-century construction boom fueled by the prosperous local oil industry. It is often called "The Oil Capital of the World". The city is home to Oral Roberts University, the University of Tulsa and the University of Oklahoma - Tulsa.
There are dozens of fun and interesting places to see and visit in Tulsa, both along and outside of Route 66.
Tulsa has attractions ranging from trendy nightlife to first-class art museums, family fun destinations, shopping, and much more. Plus Buck Atom's on Route 66!
Buck Atom's Cosmic CuriosLocated in a former site of a 1950s PEMCO gas station, Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios has become a popular stop for travelers on Route 66 in Tulsa. It welcomes visitors from all over to celebrate the magic of the Mother Road with apparel, toys, souvenirs, home accessories, art, jewelry and more. Stop by this unique retailer for a fun photo op with the 21-foot-tall Muffler Man, Buck Atom, space cowboy. On June 28, 2024, he was joined by Stella Atom, space cowgirl! These bigger than life figures are located at 1347 E. 11th Street in Tulsa. Read more at the Buck Atom's 66 Website and Buck Atom's 66 on Facebook
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Buck Atom |
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The mural at Buck's on 66 |
Buck's Roadside Attraction |
Just down the block - The Meadow Gold Neon SignAs the largest neon sign on Tulsa's landscape, the Meadow Gold sign is unique. With each face measuring 30 feet by 30 feet, the size and design of the Meadow Gold sign set it apart from all of the other signs that have been preserved and restored along historic Route 66. Erected in 1934, the Meadow Gold sign stood above its rooftop perch at 11th Street (Historic Route 66) and South Lewis Avenue for nearly seven decades and served as a reminder of days gone by - days of the milkman and deliveries of dairy products to the porches and front doors of Tulsa, and America. Located in the Meadow Gold District - 1324 E. 11th Street |
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Tulsa Convention & Visitors Bureau
More Things to Do on Route 66 - at the Oklahoma Tourism Department
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