Tulsa is Oklahoma's second-largest city and the 47th-most populous city in the US. The city is the county seat of Tulsa County, Oklahoma's most highly populated county, with urban development expanding into Rogers, Osage, and Wagoner counties. A thriving energy sector has traditionally fueled Tulsa's economy. But finance, aviation, telecommunications, and technology are among the city's key businesses today.

Tulsa benefits from its oil heritage. It is also home to world-class cultural attractions such as the Gilcrease Museum and the Philbrook Museum of Art. The city stands tall with its spectacular art deco jewels, the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center, and Route 66 gems — a state-of-the-art arena for national concerts and athletic events. Tulsa's vibrant entertainment neighborhoods are home to restaurants, shopping, and gaming. And the Tulsa music scene is the state's shining star. Family entertainment is also common in Tulsa, which is home to the well-regarded Tulsa Zoo. At the same time, the city's Arkansas River walks and outdoor leisure areas provide outdoor moments of clarity from the city's hustle and bustle.

Tulsa has a fantastic range of cultural attractions, including the Tulsa Opera, the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra, the Tulsa Ballet, and other Tulsa Performing Arts Center activities. There are numerous theaters in town, and the music scene pulsates with the sounds of various genres, ranging from punk and western to indie rock and country.