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Things to do on Route 66

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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
Whiting Bros Sign

2. Whiting Bros Sign

421 U.S. Route 66, Moriarty, NM

Vintage Whiting Brothers roadside sign preserved along historic Route 66.

Classic Signs & Neon Gas Station Signs Historic Signs Iconic Signs
Old 76 Station

3. Old 76 Station

12526 E Route 66, Valentine, AZ

Historic Union 76 gas station located along a remote stretch of Route 66.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Gas Stations
Blackthorn Pizza & Pub

4. Blackthorn Pizza & Pub

510 S Joplin Ave, Joplin, MO

Downtown Joplin Route 66 pub serving pizza, drinks, and live music

Restaurants & Food Casual Dining Family-Friendly Pizza
Chili Hills Restaurant

5. Chili Hills Restaurant

1805 Rt. 66 West, Moriarty, NM

Casual restaurant serving a wide-ranging menu that includes Mexican dishes, plus live entertainment.

Restaurants & Food Family-Friendly Mexican
Beale Street Theater

6. Beale Street Theater

302 E Beale St, Kingman, AZ

Kingman's premier live entertainment venue.

Arts, Music & Entertainment Theaters
Carthage Inn/Rodeway Inn

7. Carthage Inn/Rodeway Inn

2244 S Grand Ave, Carthage, MO

Classic, budget-friendly Route 66 motel offering clean rooms, an outdoor pool, and essential traveler amenities.

Lodging Motels
Coca-Cola Ghost Mural

8. Coca-Cola Ghost Mural

1249 S Garrison Ave, Carthage, MO
Classic Signs & Neon Ghost & Historic Signs
Cherry’s Art Emporium on the Square

9. Cherry’s Art Emporium on the Square

311 S Main St, Carthage, MO

A downtown Carthage art gallery featuring regional artists, unique gifts, custom framing, art classes, and local flavor.

Shops & Markets Antique / Vintage
Carthage Deli & Ice Cream

10. Carthage Deli & Ice Cream

301 S Main St, Carthage, MO

Retro deli and ice cream shop packed with vintage Americana inside Carthage's historic 1884 bank building.

Restaurants & Food Cafés Casual Dining Delis Diners Ice Cream / Sweets
Joplin History & Mineral Museum

Ottawa County history museum with a preserved 1915 home and interactive exhibits.

Museums Specialty / Niche Museums
2nd & Main Route 66 Fence Mural

12. 2nd & Main Route 66 Fence Mural

130 S Main St, Miami, OK

Miami 2nd & Main Route 66 Fence Mural,Colorful fence mural featuring Route 66 symbols and community artwork along a prominent downtown corner.

Murals & Monuments Route 66 Murals
Miami 66 Mural @ United Way

13. Miami 66 Mural @ United Way

205 N Main St, Miami, OK

Prominent civic building near Route 66.

Murals & Monuments Route 66 Murals
Miami “You Are Here” Mural

14. Miami “You Are Here” Mural

118 N Main St, Miami, OK

Colorful cartoon-style mural.

Murals & Monuments Route 66 Murals
Bumper to Bumper - Route 66 Mural

15. Bumper to Bumper - Route 66 Mural

215 S Main St, Miami, OK

Route 66 mural with vintage car and 'Get Your Kicks' theme.

Murals & Monuments Route 66 Murals
Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau

16. Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau

111 N Main St, Miami, OK

Local visitor center offering travel info, maps and guidance for exploring Miami and Route 66.

Community & Visitor Services Visitor Centers
Beverly Wilshire Hotel

17. Beverly Wilshire Hotel

9500 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA

Famous luxury hotel in Beverly Hills.

Lodging Hotels
66 Apparel

18. 66 Apparel

117 S Wilson St, Vinita, OK

Route 66–themed clothing and apparel.

Shops & Markets Apparel / Clothing
Cesar's Place Mexican Restaurant

19. Cesar's Place Mexican Restaurant

414 E Illinois Ave, Vinita, OK

Mexican restaurant overlooking passing trains.

Restaurants & Food Mexican
El Agave Mexican Restaurant

20. El Agave Mexican Restaurant

434 S Wilson St, Vinita, OK

Local family Mexican restaurant.

Restaurants & Food Mexican
Rogers Garage & Auto

21. Rogers Garage & Auto

249 S Wilson St, Vinita, OK

General auto repair and maintenance.

Gas, Auto & Travel Services Auto Repair
Sonic Drive-In

22. Sonic Drive-In

130 N 7th St, Vinita, OK

Classic American drive-in.

Restaurants & Food Drive-In / Drive-Up
Battle of Carthage Civil War Museum

23. Battle of Carthage Civil War Museum

205 Grant St, Carthage, MO

Historic depot reflecting railroad and Route 66 era.

Museums Military History Museums Regional Museums
Route 66 Corner Garage Antiques & Collectables

Antique shop featuring vintage signs, beer lights, toys, and collectibles

Shops & Markets Antique / Vintage
The Mill Museum on Route 66

25. The Mill Museum on Route 66

738 S Washington St, Lincoln, IL

Former restaurant turned Route 66 museum.

Museums Route 66 Museums
Pig Hip Restaurant Memorial

26. Pig Hip Restaurant Memorial

100-198 N Frontage Rd, Broadwell, IL

Memorial honoring the historic Pig Hip Restaurant.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Memorials / Markers / Monuments
Boxcar Museum

27. Boxcar Museum

104 Elm St, Williamsville, IL

Museum housed in an old rail boxcar with unique displays.

Museums Specialty / Niche Museums
The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill

28. The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill

2300 N. Peoria Road, Springfield, IL

A family-friendly Route 66 smokehouse serving hearty American favorites

Restaurants & Food Casual Dining
Fulgenzi's Pizza & Pasta

29. Fulgenzi's Pizza & Pasta

1168 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL

Longtime local pizza spot along the Route.

Restaurants & Food Pizza
Bill Shea's Gas Station

30. Bill Shea's Gas Station

2075 N Peoria Rd, Springfield, IL

Famous Route 66 station with museum-like displays.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Gas Stations
Illinois Route 66 Experience

31. Illinois Route 66 Experience

801 E. Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL

Museum along Route 66.

Experiences Route 66 Experience Centers
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Immersive museum chronicling the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln.

Museums Local History Museums
Statehouse Inn

33. Statehouse Inn

101 E Adams St, Springfield, IL

Boutique hotel near the Capitol offering historic vibes and modern comforts.

Lodging Hotels
Dana Thomas House

34. Dana Thomas House

300 E Lawrence Ave, Springfield, IL

Frank Lloyd Wright–designed home with original furnishings.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Buildings/Structures
The Railyard

35. The Railyard

2242 S 6th Street, Springfield, IL

Outdoor food court with local eats on Route 66.

Restaurants & Food Family-Friendly
Ace Sign Co Museum

36. Ace Sign Co Museum

2540 S 1st St, Springfield, IL

Explore more than 85 historic and restored signs celebrating Springfield, Route 66, and America's roadside history.

Museums Route 66 Museums Specialty / Niche Museums
Cozy Dog Drive In

37. Cozy Dog Drive In

2935 S 6th St, Springfield, IL

Birthplace of the Cozy Dog corn dog, a Route 66 icon.

Restaurants & Food Diners Drive-In / Drive-Up Historic Eateries Hot Dogs
Route 66 Hotel & Conference Center

38. Route 66 Hotel & Conference Center

625 E St Joseph St, Southern View, IL

Route 66-themed hotel with memorabilia and event space.

Lodging Hotels
Motorheads Bar & Grill

39. Motorheads Bar & Grill

600 Toronto Rd, Springfield, IL

A one-of-a-kind Route 66 stop for great food, classic cars, and live entertainment.

Restaurants & Food Bar & Grills Casual Dining Diners
Route 66 Motorheads Museum

40. Route 66 Motorheads Museum

600 Toronto Rd, Springfield, IL

Automotive-themed restaurant adjacent to the Motorheads Museum.

Museums Specialty / Niche Museums Transportation / Automotive Museums
Robert's Automotive

41. Robert's Automotive

4440 Wabash Ave., Springfield, IL

Springfield auto repair and service center.

Gas, Auto & Travel Services Auto Repair
Docs Just Off 66

42. Docs Just Off 66

133 S 2nd St, Girard, IL

Cozy restaurant known for homestyle meals and a local feel.

Restaurants & Food Burgers Casual Dining Family-Friendly Hot Dogs Ice Cream / Sweets
Skyview Drive-in

43. Skyview Drive-in

1500 Old Rte 66 N, Litchfield, IL

Historic open-air cinema still in operation on Route 66.

Roadside Attractions Novelty Architecture
Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center

44. Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center

334 Historic Old Route 66 North, Litchfield, IL

Interactive Route 66 exhibit at the state fairgrounds.

Museums Local History Museums Route 66 Museums
Cannonball Jail

45. Cannonball Jail

215 S East St, Carlinville, IL

Historic limestone jail used from 1869 to 1988.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Historic Buildings/Structures
Comfort Inn Edwardsville

46. Comfort Inn Edwardsville

3080 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL

Convenient, budget-friendly hotel located in Edwardsville, Illinois.

Lodging Hotels Motels
Luna Cafe

47. Luna Cafe

201 East Chain of Rocks Rd, Granite City, IL

Historic bar and grill known for its neon sign and Route 66 past.

Nightlife & Bars Historic Bars
Worlds Largest Catsup Bottle

48. Worlds Largest Catsup Bottle

800 S Morrison Ave, Collinsville, IL

170-ft water tower shaped like a ketchup bottle — iconic photo stop.

Roadside Attractions Giant Objects
Old Chain of Rocks Bridge

49. Old Chain of Rocks Bridge

4205-4207 Chain of Rocks Rd, Granite City, IL

Historic pedestrian bridge over the Mississippi River on Route 66.

Landmarks & Historic Sites Bridges
It's Electric - Neon Sign Park

50. It's Electric - Neon Sign Park

1300 19th St, Granite City, IL

Outdoor neon sign park celebrating mid-century Americana and Route 66 signage.

Experiences Neon Signs
Donut Drive-In

51. Donut Drive-In

6525 Chippewa St, St. Louis, MO

Classic roadside donut shop serving fresh donuts and coffee since 1952.

Restaurants & Food Desserts
Ted Drewes Frozen Custard

52. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard

6726 Chippewa St, St. Louis, MO

Famed frozen custard stand and Route 66 institution since the 1930s.

Restaurants & Food Desserts
National Museum of Transportation

53. National Museum of Transportation

2933 Barrett Station Rd, St. Louis, MO

One of the largest collections of transportation vehicles in the world.

Museums Transportation / Automotive Museums
Spencer's Grill

54. Spencer's Grill

223 S. Kirkwood Rd., Kirkwood, MO

Historic diner known for breakfast and burgers, now closed.

Restaurants & Food Diners
Big Chief Roadhouse

55. Big Chief Roadhouse

17352 Manchester Rd, Wildwood, MO

Rustic steakhouse and tavern-style dining in a historic 1920s Route 66 stop.

Restaurants & Food Steakhouses
The Gateway Arch

56. The Gateway Arch

11 N Fourth St, St. Louis, MO

Iconic 630-foot monument symbolizing westward expansion.

Murals & Monuments Sculptural Monuments
Neon Museum of Saint Louis

57. Neon Museum of Saint Louis

3537 Chouteau Ave, St. Louis, MO

Collection of restored neon signs from mid-century STL.

Museums Specialty / Niche Museums
Moonrise Hotel

58. Moonrise Hotel

6177 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO

Boutique hotel with space-themed decor and rooftop bar.

Lodging Hotels
Missouri History Museum

59. Missouri History Museum

5700 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO

Museum showcasing Missouri’s diverse history, including Route 66 and STL heritage exhibits.

Museums Regional Museums
Shamrock Court

60. Shamrock Court

101 Shamrock, Sullivan, MO

Once a motor court for Route 66 travelers, now a crumbling relic of mid-century roadside stays.

Lodging Historic Motels & Hotels