Tulsa’s tourism industry has experienced a strong recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. tourism is Oklahoma’s third-largest industry and is second only to oil and gas in bringing out-of-state dollars into Oklahoma. In 2021, along with the recovery from the pandemic and rebound of the hospitality industry, tourist spending was slightly below the 2019 revenue level. Leisure and group demand recovery continued through 2022, resulting in record-breaking tourism revenue for Tulsa.
Many of Tulsa’s tourism and group demand generators are located downtown, such as the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, the Cox Business Convention Center, and the BOK Center. Casinos in the market, such as River Spirit Casino Resort, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, Margaritaville Casino, and Osage Casino Hotel Tulsa, are another big draw for tourism demand. In addition to their gaming facilities, these properties showcase musical acts year-round. Additional attractions include the following:
State-wide,…