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Route 66 stops in New Mexico

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Whiting Bros Gas Station (Sal & Inez's Service Station)

Historic Whiting Brothers gas station representing one of the Southwest's most recognizable Route 66 fuel brands.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Gas Stations
Old Town Albuquerque

2. Old Town Albuquerque

The Plaza Square, Albuquerque, NM

Historic adobe district with shops, museums, and cultural attractions.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Districts
San Felipe de Neri Church

3. San Felipe de Neri Church

2005 N Plaza St NW, Albuquerque, NM

Historic adobe church on Route 66.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Buildings/Structures
Luna Lodge

4. Luna Lodge

Central Ave, Albuquerque, NM

Historic motel with distinct neon, now closed and decaying.

Lodging Historic Motels & Hotels
Roadrunner Lodge

5. Roadrunner Lodge

1023 E Rte 66 Blvd, Tucumcari, NM

Mid-century modern motel with Route 66 flair

Lodging Motels
Blue Swallow Motel

6. Blue Swallow Motel

815 E Rte 66 Blvd, Tucumcari, NM

Famous neon-lit Route 66 motel since the 1940s

Lodging Historic Motels & Hotels
Americana Motel

7. Americana Motel

406 E Rte 66 Blvd, Tucumcari, NM

Traditional Route 66 motel for travelers

Lodging Hotels Motels
Hotel Casteneda

8. Hotel Casteneda

524 Railroad Ave, Las Vegas, NM

Historic Harvey House hotel restored and reopened to guests.

Lodging Historic Motels & Hotels
U.S. Southwest Soaring Museum

9. U.S. Southwest Soaring Museum

918 Rte 66, Moriarty, NM

Museum preserving the history of motorless flight and gliders.

Museums Specialty / Niche Museums
Sunset Motel - NM

10. Sunset Motel - NM

East, 501 U.S. Rte 66, Moriarty, NM

Quaint mid-century motel with nostalgic feel

Lodging Motels
Whiting Bros Sign

11. Whiting Bros Sign

421 U.S. Route 66, Moriarty, NM

Vintage Whiting Brothers roadside sign preserved along historic Route 66.

Classic Signs & Neon Historic Signs
Sputnik Neon

12. Sputnik Neon

1009 West Highway 66, Moriarty, NM

Iconic neon Sputnik sign shining bright on Route 66.

Classic Signs & Neon Classic Neon
Midway Boxcar

13. Midway Boxcar

Old Highway 66, Edgewood, NM

Vintage railroad boxcar repurposed as a roadside landmark.

Roadside Attractions Quirky Stops
Midway Trading Post

14. Midway Trading Post

Old Highway 66, Edgewood, NM

Abandoned trading post with retro signage and structures.

Shops & Markets Trading Posts
Musical Highway

15. Musical Highway

Rte 66, Tijeras, NM

Stretch of Route 66 that plays “America the Beautifulâ€

Roadside Attractions Quirky Stops
Mountain Lodge

16. Mountain Lodge

Monticello Dr, Carnuel, NM

Abandoned lodge site in the Sandia foothills near Route 66.

Lodging Motels
La Puerta Motor Lodge

17. La Puerta Motor Lodge

9710 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

Faded Route 66-era motor lodge with vintage signage.

Lodging Motels
Pinon Motel

18. Pinon Motel

8501 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM

Simple motel with a classic Route 66 location.

Lodging Motels
Pioneer Motel

19. Pioneer Motel

7600 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

Vintage motor court on historic Route 66.

Lodging Motels
Loma Verde Motel

20. Loma Verde Motel

7503 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM

Colorful old-school motel with iconic neon.

Lodging Motels
El Camino Motel

21. El Camino Motel

6851 4th St NW, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM

Old-school motor inn offering basic rooms.

Lodging Motels
Kaps Coffee Shop & Diner

22. Kaps Coffee Shop & Diner

5801 Central Ave NE #1701, Albuquerque, NM

Casual diner known for hearty breakfasts and Route 66 vibe.

Restaurants & Food Diners
Tewa Lodge

23. Tewa Lodge

5715 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM

Southwest-style motel with adobe architecture.

Lodging Motels
Lazy Motel

24. Lazy Motel

5601 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM

Classic roadside motel serving travelers since mid-century.

Lodging Motels
Loyola's Family Restaurant

25. Loyola's Family Restaurant

4500 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

Beloved diner offering New Mexican comfort food since the 1980s.

Restaurants & Food Diners
Blunt Bros Coffee

26. Blunt Bros Coffee

4400 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

Local coffee shop and casual hangout in the Nob Hill area.

Restaurants & Food Cafés
De Anza Motor Lodge

27. De Anza Motor Lodge

4301 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM

Historic Route 66 motor lodge, now abandoned.

Lodging Historic Motels & Hotels
Town Lodge

28. Town Lodge

4101 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM

Classic Route 66-era motel with vintage charm.

Lodging Motels
Flying Star Cafe

29. Flying Star Cafe

3416 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

Eclectic café with bakery items and comfort food staples.

Restaurants & Food Cafés
Kellys Food Service Station

30. Kellys Food Service Station

3222 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

Historic gas station turned brewpub with Route 66 appeal.

Nightlife & Bars Breweries
Hiway House

31. Hiway House

3200 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

Retro motel with mid-century flair near university district.

Lodging Motels
66 Diner

32. 66 Diner

1405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM

1950s-style diner with classic American food and nostalgic decor.

Restaurants & Food Diners
Imperial Inn Motel

33. Imperial Inn Motel

701 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM

Affordable Route 66 motel undergoing revitalization.

Lodging Motels
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

34. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

2401 12th St NW, Albuquerque, NM

Center celebrating Pueblo culture through exhibits, art, and food.

Museums Cultural Museums
Hotel Andaluz

35. Hotel Andaluz

125 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM

Upscale historic hotel with modern amenities.

Lodging Hotels
Turquoise Museum

36. Turquoise Museum

400 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM

Museum showcasing turquoise jewelry, history, and mining.

Museums Specialty / Niche Museums
Museum of Natural History and Science

37. Museum of Natural History and Science

1801 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM

Interactive museum with exhibits on dinosaurs, space, and the Southwest.

Museums Specialty / Niche Museums
Dog House Drive In Sign

38. Dog House Drive In Sign

1216 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM

Famous Dog House Drive-In sign, one of Albuquerque's best-known Route 66 neon landmarks.

Classic Signs & Neon Business Signs Diner Signs
Dog House Drive-In

39. Dog House Drive-In

1216 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM

Historic Route 66 drive-in famous for hot dogs and neon signage.

Restaurants & Food Drive-In / Drive-Up
Buffet Restaurant Sign

40. Buffet Restaurant Sign

4th SW St, Albuquerque, NM

Retro neon sign from a bygone Route 66 restaurant.

Classic Signs & Neon Diner Signs
Murals

41. Murals

4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM

Vibrant street art and murals celebrating local culture.

Murals & Monuments Route 66 Murals
Red Ball Cafe

42. Red Ball Cafe

1303 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM

Long-running diner with classic New Mexican fare.

Restaurants & Food Casual Dining
Monica's El Portal Restaurant

43. Monica's El Portal Restaurant

321 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM

Classic New Mexican cuisine served in a cozy, colorful setting with a patio.

Restaurants & Food Mexican
Rio Grande Trading

44. Rio Grande Trading

1920 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM

Eclectic trading post with souvenirs, Route 66 goods, and curios.

Shops & Markets Trading Posts
ABQ BioPark

45. ABQ BioPark

903 10th St SW, Albuquerque, NM

Zoo, aquarium, and botanical gardens in one family-friendly destination.

Family & Entertainment Attractions Zoos
Monterrey Motel

46. Monterrey Motel

2402 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM

Classic Route 66 roadside motel with vintage charm.

Lodging Motels
El Vado Auto Court

47. El Vado Auto Court

2500 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM

Revamped vintage motel offering hip rooms, food pods, and local shops.

Lodging Historic Motels & Hotels
Sandia Peak Inn

48. Sandia Peak Inn

4614 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM

Comfortable lodging with southwestern flair and family-friendly service.

Lodging Hotels
Route 66 Crossing Sign

49. Route 66 Crossing Sign

6407 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM

Iconic Route 66 marker for photo ops and travelers.

Classic Signs & Neon Highway Shields
Premiere Motel

50. Premiere Motel

Central Ave, Albuquerque, NM

Simple roadside motel serving budget travelers.

Lodging Motels
The Panderosa

51. The Panderosa

Central Ave, Albuquerque, NM

Retro roadside motel along the Central Ave strip.

Lodging Motels
ZIA Motel Lodge Sign

52. ZIA Motel Lodge Sign

Central Ave, Albuquerque, NM

Iconic ZIA neon sign along Central Ave.

Classic Signs & Neon Motel Signs
Adobe Manor Motel

53. Adobe Manor Motel

7412 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM

Modest adobe-style motel on Route 66.

Lodging Motels
Glenrio Visitor Center

54. Glenrio Visitor Center

37315 I-40 C, Glenrio, NM

Welcome center with exhibits and traveler info.

Community & Visitor Services Welcome Centers
Russells Truck & Travel Center

55. Russells Truck & Travel Center

1583 Frontage Road 4132, Glenrio, NM

Museum and diner combo with classic cars and memorabilia.

Museums Specialty / Niche Museums
Steve Gore Trading

56. Steve Gore Trading

E Main Ave, San Jon, NM

Former trading post, now abandoned.

Shops & Markets Trading Posts
Smith's Cafe

57. Smith's Cafe

E Main Ave, San Jon, NM

Old Route 66 cafe, now closed and decaying.

Restaurants & Food Casual Dining
Old Service Station - NM (San Jon)

58. Old Service Station - NM (San Jon)

115-223 Main Ave, San Jon, NM

Abandoned vintage service station from Route 66’s heyday.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Gas Stations
Western Motel - NM

59. Western Motel - NM

2nd St, San Jon, NM

Defunct Route 66 motel with visible ruins.

Lodging Motels
Route 66 Townhouse Welcome Center & Gift Shop

Visitor center and shop for Route 66 travelers.

Community & Visitor Services Welcome Centers