Oklahoma

A southern plains state blending Native American culture and Western cowboy traditions, crossed by Route 66.

Oklahoma lies in the south-central United States, with terrain shifting from forested hills in the east to plains in the west. The state is home to many Native American tribes, and Native culture is strongly present. Oklahoma City has the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum and the Oklahoma City National Memorial, while Tulsa is known for its Art Deco architecture, museums and the historic Greenwood District. The historic Route 66 cuts diagonally across the state. Spring and fall are the best times to visit, though in spring you should watch for tornadoes. The main gateways are the airports in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.

Destinations

• Tulsa
• Oklahoma City

Itineraries

• Route 66 Southwest Road Trip – Drive west from Tulsa along historic Route 66, passing through Amarillo, Santa Fe, and Flagstaff, ending in Las Vegas.