Things to do on Route 66

Closed Route 66 bar once frequented by locals.

Interactive museum highlighting Grants’ uranium mining past.

Glowing neon display where cars drive through Route 66 signage.

Old radiator shop now defunct along Route 66.

Western-themed bar now closed but still visible from the highway.

Vintage garage displaying relics of the road trip era.

Long-running Native American trading post and gift shop serving Route 66 travelers.

Geographic high point where waters flow to opposite coasts.

Former motel signage from the Whiting Bros chain.

Closed budget motel with retro signage.

Classic American diner serving hearty meals and nostalgia.

Cozy roadside café with breakfast and coffee staples.

Traditional budget motel with rustic southwestern style.

Simple roadside motel catering to Route 66 travelers.

Historic hotel known for hosting Hollywood stars along Route 66.

Historic sign associated with the famous El Rancho Hotel, a landmark of Hollywood's Route 66 era.

Budget-friendly motel with easy access to Route 66 attractions.

Classic roadside motel turned retro attraction popular with photographers.

Cozy café offering breakfast and lunch with New Mexican flair.

Former motel on Route 66 now abandoned, retains iconic signage.

Classic Route 66 diner sign welcoming travelers to one of Kingman's best-known eateries.

Regional museum highlighting Mohave County history.

Natural rock formation resembling a giant fish bowl.

Historic gas station and museum on scenic Route 66.

T-shirt and apparel shop with vintage roadwear.

Old West trading post with unique handmade goods.

Once thriving motel and cabin camp on the Mother Road.

Iconic neon-lit motel offering classic Route 66 lodging.

Tall palm trees line this historic Route 66 street corner.

Display of a borax wagon paying homage to mining heritage.

Family-run Mexican joint offering hearty meals for road trippers.

Shaded community park with RV accommodations along Route 66.

Restored historic hotel and former railroad depot from 1908.

Local sweet shop offering snacks, drinks, and ice cream.

Local museum showcasing the history of Needles and Route 66.

Vintage motor inn with Route 66 vibes.

Famous welcome sign greeting Route 66 travelers entering Needles.

Historic train display celebrating Needles' railroad legacy.

Closed classic Mexican cafe once popular with Route 66 travelers.

Roadside liquor store known for quirky Route 66 stop photos.

Once a charming stop for travelers, now permanently closed.

Closed roadside inn.

Classic gas station with restored pumps and signage.

Abandoned dead-end section of old Route 66 near Needles.

Preserved desert schoolhouse with Route 66 and mining exhibits.

Helpful stop for maps, info, and local history in Gallup.

Popular downtown coffeehouse serving espresso and pastries.

Vintage art deco theatre featuring films and live events.

Historic trading post specializing in Native American art and jewelry.

Beloved diner serving New Mexican cuisine and green chile plates.

Basic hotel located on Route 66, popular with budget travelers.

Large cowboy statue — classic Gallup photo op.

Abandoned motel still marked by a distinctive neon sign.

Classic Route 66 motel with retro charm.

Quaint Route 66-era lodge with southwestern charm.

Affordable motel with simple accommodations along the Route.

Historic eatery known for Native crafts and local cuisine.

Previously Native art and souvenir shop, now closed.

Modest Route 66 motel near shops and restaurants.