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Route 66 stops in New Mexico
1. Continental Divide
Geographic high point where waters flow to opposite coasts.
2. 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.
3. Tee Pee Curios
Iconic souvenir shop with a teepee façade.
4. El Rancho Hotel
Historic hotel known for hosting Hollywood stars along Route 66.
5. Whiting Bros Sign
Vintage Whiting Brothers roadside sign preserved along historic Route 66.
6. Blue Swallow Sign
Famous neon sign at the legendary Blue Swallow Motel.
7. La Cita Sign & Sombrero
Historic La Cita restaurant sign and giant sombrero landmark on Route 66.
8. Historic Route 66 Motel Airplane
Vintage airplane displayed at the Historic Route 66 Motel property.
9. Ortega's Indian Market Continental Divide
Long-running Native American trading post and gift shop serving Route 66 travelers.
10. El Rancho Sign
Historic sign associated with the famous El Rancho Hotel, a landmark of Hollywood's Route 66 era.
11. Dog House Drive In Sign
Famous Dog House Drive-In sign, one of Albuquerque's best-known Route 66 neon landmarks.
12. Dog House Drive-In
Historic Route 66 drive-in famous for hot dogs and neon signage.
13. The Blue Hole
Crystal-clear natural spring and popular diving spot.
14. Historic Route 66 Motel Tucumcari
Classic Route 66 motel with vintage charm
15. Santa Fe Plaza
Historic central plaza with shops, vendors, and cultural events.
16. Palace of the Governors
Oldest public building in continuous use in the U.S., now a museum.
17. Route 66 Auto Museum
Museum showcasing vintage cars and Route 66 memorabilia.
18. Route 66 Neon Drive Thru
Glowing neon display where cars drive through Route 66 signage.
19. Old Town Albuquerque
Historic adobe district with shops, museums, and cultural attractions.
20. Silver Moon Cafe
Local café serving Route 66 travelers through eastern New Mexico.
21. Southwest Motel
Vintage roadside motel representing New Mexico's Route 66 lodging heritage.
22. San Miguel Chapel
Oldest church structure in the United States.
23. Texaco Trade Station
Vintage Texaco station and Route 66 photo favorite.
24. Russells Truck & Travel Center
Museum and diner combo with classic cars and memorabilia.
25. Odeon Theatre
Vintage movie theater showcasing classic charm.
26. Musical Highway
Stretch of Route 66 that plays “America the Beautifulâ€
27. Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Prominent Roman Catholic cathedral with French Romanesque design.
28. Clines Corners
Roadside travel center since 1934.
29. El Morro Theatre
Vintage art deco theatre featuring films and live events.
30. John's Used Cars Giant Cowboy
Large cowboy statue — classic Gallup photo op.
31. Whiting Bros Sign
Iconic faded Whiting Bros. sign, a relic of the roadside past.
32. Sputnik Neon
Iconic neon Sputnik sign shining bright on Route 66.
33. Whiting Bros Motel Sign - NM
Former motel signage from the Whiting Bros chain.
34. Sands Motel Sign
Iconic neon motel sign from Route 66’s mid-century golden age.
35. Budville Trading Co
Abandoned trading post and gas station.
36. Villa de Cubero Trading Post
Historic trading post from the Route 66 era with cultural significance.
37. Abandoned Rest Area (Endee Motor Court)
1930s restrooms and motel slab at Bard/Endee ghost-town cluster.
38. Chili Hills Restaurant
Casual restaurant serving a wide-ranging menu that includes Mexican dishes, plus live entertainment.
39. Roadrunner Lodge
Mid-century modern motel with Route 66 flair
40. Route 66 Townhouse Welcome Center & Gift Shop
Visitor center and shop for Route 66 travelers.
41. Blue Swallow Motel
Famous neon-lit Route 66 motel since the 1940s
42. Americana Motel
Traditional Route 66 motel for travelers
43. Hotel Casteneda
Historic Harvey House hotel restored and reopened to guests.
44. San Felipe de Neri Church
Historic adobe church on Route 66.
45. Luna Lodge
Historic motel with distinct neon, now closed and decaying.
46. Whiting Bros (Tucumcari)
Old Whiting Bros station, now a Route 66 landmark.
47. Rubee's Diner
Abandoned retro-style Route 66 diner.
48. Watson's BBQ
BBQ joint serving smoked meats and sides.
49. Continental Oil Co Station
Historic station from Route 66's golden age.
51. Trails West Lounge
Closed bar and lounge on Route 66.
52. Joe's Restaurant
Closed diner on historic Route 66.
53. Mesalands Dinosaur Museum
Dinosaur museum with fossils, replicas, and exhibits.
54. Sunset Motel - NM
Quaint mid-century motel with nostalgic feel.
55. La Loma Lodge & RV Park
Family-run lodge and RV park along Route 66.
57. Visitor Info Center
Information stop for Santa Rosa visitors and travelers.
58. Ranch House Cafe
Deserted Route 66 café and classic roadside relic.
59. Esso Gas Station (Tucumcari)
Vintage Esso station preserved for Route 66 travelers.
60. Buckaroo Motel
Western-themed roadside motel with cowboy vibe.