Blue Whale of Catoosa - Tourist attraction in Catoosa - 2600 OK-66, USA

Cool location, they had the whale all Christmas'ed out. Neat little gift shop, enjoyed chatting with the fellow working there. Does not appear that you can go upstairs, but you can walk through the main body of the structure. A Route 66 icon, and worth the stop. Has a little picnic area, but was too cold for a picnic when I was there!

What a cute Route 66 attraction. They are going to be doing some renovations soon for the upcoming 100th anniversary of Route 66 so it should be interesting to see what they do. There is a gift shop on site with my favorite souvenir, the smooshed penny machine. Definitely fun to stop and walk around. It's free so that's a plus.

This was super fun place to stop by! They did have even a small giftshop, so I bought sticker of this place! I was sad to hear, that on year 88 this place was closed for swimmers☹️ I said them that it would be a hit if they re open it! 😃 Oh, that rimmed! 😂

I was only in Tulsa Oklahoma for a weekend, but I can say without a shadow of a doubt that this is the Pearl of Oklahoma. I'm fairly well traveled. I've stood awe before the Statue of David. I've wept before the Mona Lisa. I've scaled the steps of Himalayan Buddhist monasteries. I've walked the entirety of the Great Wall of China. All of that pales and comparison to the Blue Whale of Catoosa. This is a must visit. If you are in Oklahoma, you owe it to yourself to make the pilgrimage to this modern marvel. I recommend bringing a tent and provisions for an extended silent retreat, at least two weeks, to ponder the wonder that is the Blue Whale of Catoosa.

This was on my bucket list of places to see on Route 66 and I’m so glad I finally got to visit this summer! The Blue Whale is the best kind of kitschy. The story behind it is also very heartwarming. I’m beyond thankful that it’s still here for travelers to see. I can only imagine what it must have been like back in the day. The whale truly gave us a smile!! 🐳

I grew up nearby, so anytime I am through the area I stop with my kids for a bit. This is a great place to swing by for a half hour or more. This didn't exist when I was young, but now there is even a small store to grab a Blue Whale collectable. Over the recent holiday my daughter grabbed a small Blue Whale mirror for her room and loves it. We live out of state now, so every time I see that mirror, it brings back good memories. Go check it out!

Great first visit the iconic, and unique piece of roadsided Americana. They have a small gift shop selling souvenirs and had a vintage car meet up while I was there. 11/10.

Gift shop attendant was very nice,helpful and informative. Love the souvenir ornaments I bought us and our children. The bathrooms could use some heavy remodeling & attention but glad they were there for use. Although a porta potty would have been just as helpful & a lot less scary.