Things to do on Route 66

Route 66 diner serving comfort food.

Historic roadway segment in Atlanta, Illinois.

Historic Route 66 fiberglass giant.

Local museum showcasing town and Route 66 heritage.

Historic Route 66 location in Atlanta, IL.

Local sweets and snacks shop on Route 66.

Outdoor murals and mini park celebrating Route 66.

Vintage arcade machines in a museum setting.

Visitor bureau in historic Lincoln, IL, Route 66 town.

Historic civic building along Illinois’ Route 66 corridor.

One of the world’s largest covered wagons.

Historic abandoned motel site.

Historic cemetery near the Route 66 corridor.

Historic civic building in Elkhart.

Local dining spot in a small Route 66 town.

Eclectic café and boutique on Route 66.

Outdoor murals with local and Route 66 themes.

Classic restored gas station from Route 66 days.

Route 66-era lodging option.

Resting place of Abraham Lincoln, surrounded by a beautiful park.

Former railroad station now used for exhibitions and events.

Main info hub for visitors near historic downtown attractions.

Historic eatery serving upscale American fare since the 1880s.

Preserved neighborhood containing Lincoln’s only owned home.

French Renaissance-style capitol building in Springfield.

Museum of Illinois heritage, natural history, and culture.

Modest, budget-friendly motel catering to Route 66 travelers.

Weathered neon sign from a long-closed motel.

Indoor market with eclectic finds and attached cafe.

Small, vintage roadside motel with basic amenities.

Long-running local business and Route 66 photo op.

Long-running bakery known for fresh baked goods and local tradition.

Retro ice cream stand popular with locals and travelers alike.

Official Route 66 roadside sign for photos and navigation.

Ancient Native American site dating to around 700 A.D.

Historic bridge crossing the Mississippi River, part of the original Route 66 path.

Historic St. Louis riverfront with cobblestones, shops, and nightlife.

Large urban park home to museums, trails, and Route 66 landmarks.

Home of Budweiser—tours, tasting rooms, and Clydesdale stables in a historic facility.

Tiny vintage drive-in known for flat-top burgers, root beer, and a retro vibe.

Southern-style roadhouse offering BBQ, blues, and regional comfort food.

Local visitor center providing Route 66 information, history, and rest stops.

Park with trails, picnic areas, and Route 66 memorabilia at the visitor center.

Historic cabin court later known as Rock Castle Cabins with stone cottages still visible.

Quirky airplane-themed roadside sculpture displayed at the Flyin W stop on Route 66.

Former Route 66-era lakeside motel now operating as the Best Budget Inn.

Former Route 66 inn and dining stop now preserved as a private residence.

Iconic Route 66 stone signage marking the historic path.

1950s roadside motel east of town with its classic sign still surviving.

Cottage-style former filling station in Kendricktown near the old Alt 66 and US 71 junction.

1849 brick house used during the Civil War as a hospital, headquarters, and temporary courthouse.

Ruins of a combined Texaco station and cafe at the old Route 66 and US 71 junction.

Surviving 1940s service station building along the historic Route 66 corridor.

Folk-art roadside sculpture featuring a vintage truck and farm-themed figures.

Seasonal farmers market with local produce, baked goods, plants, and handmade items.

Former Gulf station whose brick service building still survives on East Central Avenue.

Museum interpreting the Civil War Battle of Carthage and regional history.

Women’s boutique on the square with fashion, gifts, and small-town style.

Historic courthouse square surrounded by preserved buildings and shops.

1922 downtown hotel later restored as apartments, retaining its historic hotel identity.