Evict Yourself: Tulsa Adventures to Avoid Awkward Home Showings

Selling a home can be a busy and sometimes stressful process, but it also provides an excellent opportunity to spend time with friends and family. When your house is being shown to potential buyers, evict yourself for awhile to avoid awkward home showings and enjoy some of Tulsa’s best activities. Here are some great local places to visit:

 1. Visit a Park

One of the top destinations in Tulsa is Gathering Place, an award-winning park that offers a wide range of activities for all ages. Here, you can enjoy:

• ONEOK Boathouse: Rent paddle boats, kayaks, and canoes.
• Mist Mountain: A water play area perfect for cooling off on hot days.
• Chapman Adventure Playground: A massive playground with different themed areas for kids to explore, featuring slides, swings, climbing structures, and more.
• Sports Courts: Play basketball, volleyball, street soccer, or pickleball.
• Skate park: Designed for both beginners and pros, perfect for skaters and BMX riders.
• Trails: Walk or bike along scenic paths.

Other great parks include Woodward Park, known for its beautiful gardens, and LaFortune Park, which offers playgrounds, a golf course, baseball fields, tennis courts, a walking trail, and much more!

 2. Go to a Museum or Art Gallery

Tulsa has a rich cultural scene with several museums and galleries perfect for any outing. Consider visiting:

•  Philbrook Museum of Art: Explore beautiful art collections, stroll through the stunning gardens, or attend one of their many community events!
• Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium: Learn about aviation history and enjoy interactive exhibits.
• Discovery Lab: Introduce your children to the world of STEM with unique learning experiences through their many engaging and extraordinary exhibits. 

 3. Library Visit

The Tulsa CityCounty Library system has multiple branches that offer more than just books. Visit the Hardesty Regional Library or Central Library for:

•  Storytime sessions for kids.
•  Interactive activities and workshops.
•  Quiet reading areas for all ages.

 4. Café or Ice Cream Shop

Take a break and enjoy some treats at local favorites like:

•  Antoinette Baking Co.: Known for delicious pastries and coffee.
• The Gathering Place's Redbud Café: Offers a variety of snacks and beverages.
• STG Gelateria: Enjoy authentic Italian gelato.
• Little’ J’s Bakeshoppe & Coffee: Features homemade pastries, locally roasted coffee, and gluten free options.

 5. Attend a Local Event

Tulsa hosts various events throughout the year, most of which can be found in the Events section on Facebook!  You can also check out Guthrie Green, a downtown park that hosts concerts, movie nights, and fitness classes.

 6. Go to the Movies

Watch the latest  films at local theaters such as:

•  AMC Southroads 20: A popular choice with a variety of movie options.
• Circle Cinema: Tulsa’s independent and nonprofit art house theater.

 7. Visit Friends or Family

Take the opportunity to catch up with friends or relatives in the area. Enjoy a meal together or simply spend quality time visiting.

 8. Explore Nature Trails

Tulsa boasts beautiful trails for hiking and biking, including:

• Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area: Offers rugged trails and scenic views.
• River Parks Trail: A paved trail along the Arkansas River, perfect for biking and walking.
• Oxley Nature Center: 800+ acres, 9 miles of trails, 263 species of birds, 38 species of mammals.

 9. Go Shopping

Visit local shopping centers such as:

• Woodland Hills Mall: Featuring a variety of stores and eateries.

  Utica Square: An outdoor shopping center with a mix of high-end and local shops.

  Tulsa Hills Shopping Center: A wide variety of shops, restaurants and services.

Tulsa is also home to many antique malls and thrift stores, you can find a list here.

 10. Play Sports

Enjoy some physical activity at places like:

•  Andy B’s Tulsa: Offering bowling, laser tag, and arcade games.
•  All Star Sports Complex: Features minigolf, batting cages, and more.
• Wheels and Thrills: Enjoy indoor skating, laser tag, arcades, a playzone, and more.
• Skyzone: Let your kids tire themselves out at this indoor trampoline park.
• Topseed: Challenge your friends to a game of pickleball at this locally owned pickleball club.

By exploring these local gems, you can make the most of your time while your home is being shown to potential buyers. Enjoy the vibrant Tulsa Metro area and create lasting memories!