Things to do on Route 66

Gourmet candy shop offering chocolates and sweet treats.

Popular downtown spot known for burgers, drinks, and a lively atmosphere.

Outdoor mural park celebrating Route 66 heritage with vibrant artwork.

Extended-stay hotel with suite-style rooms, full kitchens, and flexible spaces designed for longer visits.

Marriott hotel offering reliable accommodations with modern rooms, free breakfast, and convenient access to I-44.

Street-level painted artwork celebrating the cultural and historical identity of the area.

Museum showcasing the history of Joplin’s neighborhoods, architecture, and community development.

Well-known hotel offering comfortable rooms, complimentary breakfast, and convenient access to major roads and local attractions.

Extended-stay Marriott property offering spacious suites with full kitchens and amenities for long-term stays.

Full-service hotel offering complimentary breakfast, evening food and drinks, and a range of guest amenities.

Former roadside gas station along Route 66 in Joplin

Modern coffee shop serving specialty drinks and light bites in a cozy setting.

Reliable hotel offering comfortable accommodations, free breakfast, and convenient access to I-44.

Longstanding local diner known for classic comfort food and a retro roadside atmosphere.

Comfortable hotel near I-44 offering modern rooms, complimentary breakfast, and convenient access to local attractions.

Budget-friendly hotel providing basic accommodations with easy highway access and essential amenities.

Modern hotel located off I-44 featuring updated rooms, complimentary breakfast, and amenities for business and leisure travelers.

Seafood-focused restaurant with a casual bar atmosphere and hearty menu options.

Upscale steakhouse offering premium cuts and a refined dining experience in downtown Joplin.

Modern hotel featuring upscale rooms, on-site dining, and business-friendly amenities for travelers.

Asian cuisine restaurant offering a variety of Chinese dishes in a casual environment.

Extended-stay hotel offering suite-style accommodations with full kitchens and long-term comfort-focused amenities.

Small museum showcasing local railroad history.

One of Illinois’ oldest covered bridges.

Original hand-laid brick section of Route 66.

Casual small-town diner serving breakfast and lunch.

Roadside shrine honoring travelers on Route 66.

Quirky roadside feature where turkey tracks are embedded in the concrete.

Full-service hotel and event venue near Route 66.

Shopping plaza near downtown Carlinville with local businesses.

Antique mall on the Carlinville Square offering vendor-filled booths and Route 66 memorabilia.

Historic courthouse known for its massive size and architecture.

Small chili parlor famous for its unique recipe and local roots.

Modern roadside motel near historic Route 66.

Small museum showcasing Litchfield history and Route 66 heritage.

Former roadside diner now closed, retaining vintage appeal.

Vacant mid-century motel structure next to Belvidere Cafe.

Former Prohibition-era bar, currently closed.

Monument honoring labor leader Mary Harris “Motherâ€

One of the oldest service stations on Route 66, fully restored.

Historic Route 66 location featuring gaming machines.

Classic car dealership and Route 66 stop with restored vintage vehicles.

Giant roadside chair sculpture, great for quirky photo stops.

Massive roadside antique store with iconic pink elephant statue.

Former tavern turned event venue along Route 66.

Historic Lutheran church with Route 66 ties.

Local diner serving comfort food to travelers on Route 66.

Restored 1909 movie house hosting concerts and performances.

Historic painted sign from a former feed store.

Classic Route 66 sign marking the Kansas stretch.

Former gas station and memorabilia shop, now closed.

Historic Tulsa overpass with Route 66 significance.

Vacant signage from the long-gone Los Alamos Motel.

Defunct flea market site on historic Route 66.

Faded motel sign with southwestern motif.

Large photo-worthy Gallup landmark sign off the business loop.

Local history museum housed in a historic hotel building.

Auto museum featuring rare vehicles and history exhibits.

Decommissioned bridge structure on old alignment

Historic neon sign tower from the Plymouth dealership era.