Bartlesville, Oklahoma is located just fourty five minutes north of Tulsa on US Highway 75. Nestled in the beautiful Osage hills you’ll find a small metropolitan area perfect for a fun getaway.
In Bartlesville, the town that oil built, you can see roaming herds of exotic animals on oil baron Frank Phillips Woolaroc Ranch, Museum and Wildlife Preserve. In this city rich in culture, discover a replica of the state’s first commercial oil well drilled in 1897. Explore Frank Phillips historical mansion and be amazed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural masterpiece Price Tower Arts Center and hotel.
If the arts are more to your liking, Bartlesville offers the Broadway in Bartlesville Series at the Bartlesville Community Center. Productions include Camelot, Cats and In the Mood Big Band Orchestra. Bartlesville is also home to the Ok Mozart Festival in June of each year. For nightlife entertainment, Osage Million Dollar Elm Casino is just a 10-minute drive and offers over 600 gaming options.
No doubt you will want to take part in the local dining experience. Dink’s Pit BBQ has been in Bartlesville for over 25 years and is famous for their hickory smoked meat and sweet sauce. Frank & Lola’s in downtown Bartlesville provided unique American fare in the beautifully restored Buford Hotel building. At Murphy’s Steakhouse you may want to request “gravy over all” when you order their famous hot hamburger. This 1940’s era eatery is famous for their burgers and fries. Many tourists claim their visit isn’t complete without a visit to Murphy’s.
Bartlesville is also a shopper’s paradise offering many specialty shops as well as over a dozen antique shops. Keepsake Candles is sure to be a favorite with beautiful hand crafted scented candles for any occasion. In downtown Bartlesville, you'll find Sweet P’s, a delightful shop that combines whimsy and tradition. Sweet P’s provides a fun shopping experience from the moment you walk in the door.
Bartlesville also has many ways to relax. Enjoy our downtown walking tour of historic Bartlesville buildings. If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, Pathfinder Parkway offers miles of nature rich walking trails. If your idea of relaxing involves pampering, Bartlesville has everything from salons to complete day spas perfect for him or her!
Match any of these with our other fantastic attractions or events and your friends and family have the perfect affordable getaway.
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