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Route 66 stops in Kansas

Gearhead Curios

1. Gearhead Curios

520 S Main St, Galena, KS

Vintage shop and Route 66 tourist stop with art cars and nostalgic finds.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Buildings/Structures Historic Gas Stations
Rainbow Bridge (Brush Creek Bridge)

2. Rainbow Bridge (Brush Creek Bridge)

SE Rainbow Rd, Baxter Springs, KS

Historic 1923 rainbow arch bridge.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Bridges
Nelson's Old Riverton Store

3. Nelson's Old Riverton Store

7109 KS-66, Riverton, KS

Mom-and-pop shop packed with candy, sodas, plants plus sandwiches along with Route 66 souvenirs.

Shops & Markets Candy / Sweets General Stores
Old Riverton Store

4. Old Riverton Store

7109 KS-66, Riverton, KS

Serving Route 66 travelers in Riverton since 1925 with groceries, sandwiches, souvenirs, and plenty of history.

Shops & Markets General Stores
Big A: Texaco Giant

5. Big A: Texaco Giant

520 S Main St, Galena, KS

A towering 21-foot fiberglass Texaco attendant known as Big A,

Roadside Attractions Giant Objects
Cars on the Route

6. Cars on the Route

119 N Main St, Galena, KS

Route 66 themed eatery inspired by the Pixar Cars character Tow Tater located in historic Galena.

Roadside Attractions Quirky Stops
Tow Tater @ Cars on the Route

7. Tow Tater @ Cars on the Route

119 N Main St, Galena, KS

Rusty tow truck that inspired the Pixar Cars character Mater, located outside Gearhead Curios.

Roadside Attractions Quirky Sculptures
Galena Mining & Historical Museum

8. Galena Mining & Historical Museum

319 W 7th St, Galena, KS

Museum highlighting Galena’s mining past with exhibits on local and Route 66 history.

Museums Local History Museums
Baxter Springs Heritage Museum

9. Baxter Springs Heritage Museum

740 East Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Historical museum covering the Civil War, Route 66, and Baxter’s boomtown era.

Museums Local History Museums
Baxter Springs Visitors Center

10. Baxter Springs Visitors Center

940 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Welcome center with exhibits and brochures on Route 66 attractions.

Community & Visitor Services Visitor Centers
Baxter Springs History Mural

11. Baxter Springs History Mural

1201 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Large sculpted bas-relief mural on the side of the American Bank building illustrating the history of Baxter Springs, from frontier days and mining to the arrival of Route 66.

Murals & Monuments Historic Murals
Route 66 Sunflower Sign

12. Route 66 Sunflower Sign

519 W 3rd St, Baxter Springs, KS

Bright roadside Route 66 photo stop featuring giant sunflower artwork and a swinging Route 66 shield

Murals & Monuments Route 66 3D Monuments
Don Juan's Mexican Restaurant

13. Don Juan's Mexican Restaurant

1242 Military Ave , Baxter Springs, KS

Locally-owned, family-operated Mexican restaurant.

Restaurants & Food Casual Dining Family-Friendly Mexican
Bricks & Brews Woodfire Grill & Pub

14. Bricks & Brews Woodfire Grill & Pub

1531 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Woodfire grill and pub serving burgers, sandwiches, and craft beer along Baxter Springs’ main Route 66 corridor.

Restaurants & Food Bar & Grills Casual Dining Family-Friendly Pizza Sandwiches
Vans Steakhouse

15. Vans Steakhouse

2447 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Family steakhouse with semi-service dining and a private room for up to 40.

Restaurants & Food Steakhouses
Gravy's Place

16. Gravy's Place

316 S Main St, Galena, KS

Laid‑back neighborhood bar offering drinks and casual atmosphere in downtown Galena.

Nightlife & Bars Bars
Red Ball Bar and Grill

17. Red Ball Bar and Grill

539 W 5th St, Baxter Springs, KS

Beloved 1920s-era dive bar near Rainbow Bridge, famous for burgers and good vibes.

Restaurants & Food Bar & Grills Burgers Diners Family-Friendly Sandwiches
Burnt Locomotive

18. Burnt Locomotive

1203 Clark St, Galena, KS

Display of scorched locomotive from the 2011 fire, popular Route 66 photo stop.

Roadside Attractions Quirky Sculptures
Boots of Frecs the Miner

19. Boots of Frecs the Miner

205 Front St, Galena, KS

The surviving boots of Galena’s famous “Frecs the Miner,â€

Roadside Attractions Giant Objects
Front Street Garage

20. Front Street Garage

118 N Main St, Galena, KS

Historic garage featured in local lore and Route 66 tales.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Buildings/Structures
Route 66 Signpost - Main & Front Street

Iconic signpost marking distances to cities and attractions.

Classic Signs & Neon Painted Street Signs
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

22. Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

500 E 7th St, Galena, KS

Fast‑food and ice cream chain serving burgers, soft serve and frozen treats in Galena.

Restaurants & Food Ice Cream / Sweets
Lucky Miner Antiques

23. Lucky Miner Antiques

413 S Main St, Galena, KS

A Route 66 antique shop in Galena, offering unique finds and hidden gems.

Shops & Markets Antique / Vintage
Mi Torito Mexican Restaurant

24. Mi Torito Mexican Restaurant

418 S Main St, Galena, KS

Popular Mexican restaurant serving traditional dishes and combo plates in Galena.

Restaurants & Food Casual Dining Family-Friendly Mexican
The Mollie Retreat on Route 66

25. The Mollie Retreat on Route 66

513 South Main, Galena, KS

Charming Route 66 vacation rental offering travelers a comfortable stay along the historic Mother Road in the heart of Galena.

Lodging Motels
Howard "Pappy" Litch Park

26. Howard "Pappy" Litch Park

500-598 S Main St, Galena, KS

Small community park with benches, shade, and Route 66 charm.

Parks & Natural Areas City Parks
Greetings from Galena & Mural Park

27. Greetings from Galena & Mural Park

700 S Main St, Galena, KS

Collection of murals celebrating Galena's mining history and Route 66.

Murals & Monuments Historic Murals
Route 66 Mural – Downtown Galena

28. Route 66 Mural – Downtown Galena

66 US Bicycle Rte 66, Galena, KS

Route 66 themed mural located in downtown Galena popular for traveler photos.

Murals & Monuments Route 66 Murals
Bonnie and Clyde's Shotgun

29. Bonnie and Clyde's Shotgun

708 S. Main St, Galena, KS

A historic shotgun tied to the Bonnie and Clyde era, displayed inside Liberty Pawn as a relic from one of America’s most infamous outlaw stories.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Buildings/Structures
Kicks Bar and Grill

30. Kicks Bar and Grill

202 W 7th St, Galena, KS

Route 66 themed bar and grill serving casual food and drinks in historic downtown Galena.

Restaurants & Food Bar & Grills Burgers Casual Dining Family-Friendly
Sweet Creek Diner & Bakery

31. Sweet Creek Diner & Bakery

300 W 7th St, Galena, KS

Classic diner and bakery serving homestyle breakfast and comfort food in Galena.

Restaurants & Food Bakeries Diners Family-Friendly
Sonic Drive-In

32. Sonic Drive-In

505 W 7th St, Galena, KS

Classic American drive‑in chain known for burgers, shakes and carhop service in Galena.

Restaurants & Food Burgers Drive-In / Drive-Up Family-Friendly
Red Onion Cafe/Espressoria - Galena

33. Red Onion Cafe/Espressoria - Galena

1619 K66 Highway, Galena, KS

Local cafe and coffee spot serving breakfast, lunch and espresso drinks near Route 66 in Galena.

Restaurants & Food Cafés Casual Dining Family-Friendly Sandwiches
Schermerhorn Park & Cave

34. Schermerhorn Park & Cave

3501 S Main St, Galena, KS

Natural area with hiking trails, a historic cave, and a local nature center.

Parks & Natural Areas Picnic Areas Trailheads / Trails
Punkins Place

35. Punkins Place

301 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Local eatery serving burgers and comfort food.

Restaurants & Food Casual Dining
Simple Simon's Pizza

36. Simple Simon's Pizza

202 E 12th St, Baxter Springs, KS

Local branch of the regional pizza chain serving pies, sandwiches and takeout near downtown Baxter Springs.

Restaurants & Food Pizza
Phillips 66 Station

37. Phillips 66 Station

202 E 12th St, Baxter Springs, KS

Fuel station located along the historic Route 66 corridor in Baxter Springs.

Gas, Auto & Travel Services Gas Stations
Crowell Bank Building

38. Crowell Bank Building

1101 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Historic downtown bank building within the Route 66 corridor.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Buildings/Structures
Lion Rojo

39. Lion Rojo

1101 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Mexican restaurant serving traditional favorites along the main Route 66 stretch in Baxter Springs.

Restaurants & Food Mexican
Route 66 Soda Fountain

40. Route 66 Soda Fountain

1136 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Vintage-style soda fountain and Route 66 heritage stop featuring memorabilia, exhibits, and classic Americana celebrating the Mother Road.

Restaurants & Food Ice Cream / Sweets
Weston's Cafe

41. Weston's Cafe

1737 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Friendly local cafe serving breakfast and classic diner fare along historic Route 66.

Restaurants & Food Diners
Baxter Springs Motel

42. Baxter Springs Motel

1801 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Small roadside motel offering simple overnight stays for Route 66 travelers.

Lodging Motels
Sonic Drive-in

43. Sonic Drive-in

1834 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Classic American drive‑in chain known for burgers, shakes and carhop service along Route 66.

Restaurants & Food Drive-In / Drive-Up
El Cabritos

44. El Cabritos

2135 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Casual Mexican restaurant offering traditional favorites and combo plates along Military Avenue near Route 66.

Restaurants & Food Mexican
Baxter Inn

45. Baxter Inn

2451 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Budget-friendly motel serving travelers passing through Baxter Springs on Route 66.

Lodging Motels
Galena City Jail

46. Galena City Jail

518 S Main St, Galena, KS

Former Wild West-era jail with preserved facade.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Buildings/Structures
Riverton Route 66 Historic District Marker

Historic marker identifying the Riverton stretch of Route 66 and its historical significance.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Memorials / Markers / Monuments
Williams Store / Hardware

48. Williams Store / Hardware

7109 KS-66, Riverton, KS

Historic local store near the Riverton Route 66 corridor serving travelers and residents.

Shops & Markets General Stores
Riverton Convenience Store

49. Riverton Convenience Store

7020 US-66, Riverton, KS

Local convenience store and fuel stop along the Kansas stretch of Route 66.

Gas, Auto & Travel Services Gas Stations
Riverton Route 66 Welcome Sign

Roadside welcome sign marking Riverton on historic Route 66.

Classic Signs & Neon City Entry Sign
Steel Route 66 Shield Sculpture

51. Steel Route 66 Shield Sculpture

6494 US Route 66, Riverton, KS

Large steel Route 66 shield sculpture located at the roundabout where Kansas Route 66 meets US‑400, serving as a modern landmark for travelers.

Roadside Attractions Giant Objects
The Shack

52. The Shack

8639 SE Hwy Alt 69, Baxter Springs, KS

Local neighborhood bar located along Alternate 69 near the Baxter Springs area.

Nightlife & Bars Bars
Ft. Blair Historic Site

53. Ft. Blair Historic Site

198 E 6th St, Baxter Springs, KS

Historic site marking the location of Fort Blair, a Union outpost during the Civil War and the site of the 1863 Battle of Baxter Springs.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Route 66 Historic Properties
Riverton City Park (Route 66 Stop Area)

Small park area accessible from Route 66 offering rest and photo opportunities.

Parks & Natural Areas City Parks
Old Frisco Depot Site

55. Old Frisco Depot Site

725 East Ave, Baxter Springs, KS

Historic railroad depot site tied to early travel and Route 66 era transportation.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Stations / Depots