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Route 66 stops in Kansas
1. Gearhead Curios
Vintage shop and Route 66 tourist stop with art cars and nostalgic finds.
2. Rainbow Bridge (Brush Creek Bridge)
Historic 1923 rainbow arch bridge.
3. Nelson's Old Riverton Store
Mom-and-pop shop packed with candy, sodas, plants plus sandwiches along with Route 66 souvenirs.
4. Old Riverton Store
Serving Route 66 travelers in Riverton since 1925 with groceries, sandwiches, souvenirs, and plenty of history.
5. Big A: Texaco Giant
A towering 21-foot fiberglass Texaco attendant known as Big A,
6. Cars on the Route
Route 66 themed eatery inspired by the Pixar Cars character Tow Tater located in historic Galena.
7. Tow Tater @ Cars on the Route
Rusty tow truck that inspired the Pixar Cars character Mater, located outside Gearhead Curios.
8. Galena Mining & Historical Museum
Museum highlighting Galena’s mining past with exhibits on local and Route 66 history.
9. Baxter Springs Heritage Museum
Historical museum covering the Civil War, Route 66, and Baxter’s boomtown era.
10. Baxter Springs Visitors Center
Welcome center with exhibits and brochures on Route 66 attractions.
11. Baxter Springs History Mural
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.
12. Route 66 Sunflower Sign
Bright roadside Route 66 photo stop featuring giant sunflower artwork and a swinging Route 66 shield
13. Don Juan's Mexican Restaurant
Locally-owned, family-operated Mexican restaurant.
14. Bricks & Brews Woodfire Grill & Pub
Woodfire grill and pub serving burgers, sandwiches, and craft beer along Baxter Springs’ main Route 66 corridor.
15. Vans Steakhouse
Family steakhouse with semi-service dining and a private room for up to 40.
16. Gravy's Place
Laid‑back neighborhood bar offering drinks and casual atmosphere in downtown Galena.
17. Red Ball Bar and Grill
Beloved 1920s-era dive bar near Rainbow Bridge, famous for burgers and good vibes.
18. Burnt Locomotive
Display of scorched locomotive from the 2011 fire, popular Route 66 photo stop.
19. Boots of Frecs the Miner
The surviving boots of Galena’s famous “Frecs the Miner,â€
20. Front Street Garage
Historic garage featured in local lore and Route 66 tales.
21. Route 66 Signpost - Main & Front Street
Iconic signpost marking distances to cities and attractions.
22. Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Fast‑food and ice cream chain serving burgers, soft serve and frozen treats in Galena.
23. Lucky Miner Antiques
A Route 66 antique shop in Galena, offering unique finds and hidden gems.
24. Mi Torito Mexican Restaurant
Popular Mexican restaurant serving traditional dishes and combo plates in Galena.
25. The Mollie Retreat on Route 66
Charming Route 66 vacation rental offering travelers a comfortable stay along the historic Mother Road in the heart of Galena.
26. Howard "Pappy" Litch Park
Small community park with benches, shade, and Route 66 charm.
27. Greetings from Galena & Mural Park
Collection of murals celebrating Galena's mining history and Route 66.
28. Route 66 Mural – Downtown Galena
Route 66 themed mural located in downtown Galena popular for traveler photos.
29. Bonnie and Clyde's Shotgun
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.
30. Kicks Bar and Grill
Route 66 themed bar and grill serving casual food and drinks in historic downtown Galena.
31. Sweet Creek Diner & Bakery
Classic diner and bakery serving homestyle breakfast and comfort food in Galena.
32. Sonic Drive-In
Classic American drive‑in chain known for burgers, shakes and carhop service in Galena.
33. Red Onion Cafe/Espressoria - Galena
Local cafe and coffee spot serving breakfast, lunch and espresso drinks near Route 66 in Galena.
34. Schermerhorn Park & Cave
Natural area with hiking trails, a historic cave, and a local nature center.
35. Punkins Place
Local eatery serving burgers and comfort food.
36. Simple Simon's Pizza
Local branch of the regional pizza chain serving pies, sandwiches and takeout near downtown Baxter Springs.
37. Phillips 66 Station
Fuel station located along the historic Route 66 corridor in Baxter Springs.
38. Crowell Bank Building
Historic downtown bank building within the Route 66 corridor.
39. Lion Rojo
Mexican restaurant serving traditional favorites along the main Route 66 stretch in Baxter Springs.
40. Route 66 Soda Fountain
Vintage-style soda fountain and Route 66 heritage stop featuring memorabilia, exhibits, and classic Americana celebrating the Mother Road.
41. Weston's Cafe
Friendly local cafe serving breakfast and classic diner fare along historic Route 66.
42. Baxter Springs Motel
Small roadside motel offering simple overnight stays for Route 66 travelers.
43. Sonic Drive-in
Classic American drive‑in chain known for burgers, shakes and carhop service along Route 66.
44. El Cabritos
Casual Mexican restaurant offering traditional favorites and combo plates along Military Avenue near Route 66.
45. Baxter Inn
Budget-friendly motel serving travelers passing through Baxter Springs on Route 66.
46. Galena City Jail
Former Wild West-era jail with preserved facade.
47. Riverton Route 66 Historic District Marker
Historic marker identifying the Riverton stretch of Route 66 and its historical significance.
48. Williams Store / Hardware
Historic local store near the Riverton Route 66 corridor serving travelers and residents.
49. Riverton Convenience Store
Local convenience store and fuel stop along the Kansas stretch of Route 66.
50. Riverton Route 66 Welcome Sign
Roadside welcome sign marking Riverton on historic Route 66.
51. Steel Route 66 Shield Sculpture
Large steel Route 66 shield sculpture located at the roundabout where Kansas Route 66 meets US‑400, serving as a modern landmark for travelers.
52. The Shack
Local neighborhood bar located along Alternate 69 near the Baxter Springs area.
53. Ft. Blair Historic Site
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.
54. Riverton City Park (Route 66 Stop Area)
Small park area accessible from Route 66 offering rest and photo opportunities.
55. Old Frisco Depot Site
Historic railroad depot site tied to early travel and Route 66 era transportation.