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Things to do on Route 66
1. El Camino Motel
Old-school motor inn offering basic rooms.
2. Flying Star Cafe
Eclectic café with bakery items and comfort food staples.
3. Hotel Andaluz
Upscale historic hotel with modern amenities.
4. Turquoise Museum
Museum showcasing turquoise jewelry, history, and mining.
5. Buffet Restaurant Sign
Retro neon sign from a bygone Route 66 restaurant.
6. Murals
Vibrant street art and murals celebrating local culture.
7. Red Ball Cafe
Long-running diner with classic New Mexican fare.
8. The Panderosa
Retro roadside motel along the Central Ave strip.
9. La Puerta Motor Lodge
Faded Route 66-era motor lodge with vintage signage.
10. Pinon Motel
Simple motel with a classic Route 66 location.
11. Pioneer Motel
Vintage motor court on historic Route 66.
12. Loma Verde Motel
Colorful old-school motel with iconic neon.
13. Kaps Coffee Shop & Diner
Casual diner known for hearty breakfasts and Route 66 vibe.
14. Tewa Lodge
Southwest-style motel with adobe architecture.
15. Lazy Motel
Classic roadside motel serving travelers since mid-century.
16. ZIA Motel Lodge Sign
Iconic ZIA neon sign along Central Ave.
17. Loyola's Family Restaurant
Beloved diner offering New Mexican comfort food since the 1980s.
18. Monica's El Portal Restaurant
Classic New Mexican cuisine served in a cozy, colorful setting with a patio.
19. Rio Grande Trading
Eclectic trading post with souvenirs, Route 66 goods, and curios.
20. Monterrey Motel
Classic Route 66 roadside motel with vintage charm.
21. El Vado Auto Court
Revamped vintage motel offering hip rooms, food pods, and local shops.
22. Sandia Peak Inn
Comfortable lodging with southwestern flair and family-friendly service.
23. Westward Ho Motel
Vintage Route 66 motel with classic roadside ambiance.
24. Adobe Manor Motel
Modest adobe-style motel on Route 66.
25. Route 66 Crossing Sign
Iconic Route 66 marker for photo ops and travelers.
26. Grandview Motel
Affordable lodging option with retro vibes.
27. Route 66 Cross 98th St
Route 66 intersection point noted by historians and enthusiasts.
28. Enchanted Trails RV Park
Vintage RV park and trading post with Route 66 memorabilia.
29. Rio Puerco Truss Bridge
Historic steel truss bridge once on Route 66.
30. Route 66 Casino Hotel
Casino, hotel, and entertainment complex themed around Route 66.
31. Gutierrez-Hubbell House
Historic adobe home turned museum showcasing New Mexico heritage.
32. Hiway House
Retro motel with mid-century flair near university district.
33. 66 Diner
1950s-style diner with classic American food and nostalgic decor.
34. Museum of Natural History and Science
Interactive museum with exhibits on dinosaurs, space, and the Southwest.
35. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Center celebrating Pueblo culture through exhibits, art, and food.
36. Imperial Inn Motel
Affordable Route 66 motel undergoing revitalization.
37. ABQ BioPark
Zoo, aquarium, and botanical gardens in one family-friendly destination.
38. Wayside Motel
Abandoned vintage motel with classic Route 66 roadside charm.
39. Sands Motel Sign
Iconic neon motel sign from Route 66’s mid-century golden age.
40. Mercantile 29:11
Quaint shop offering Route 66 merchandise and gifts.
41. Mesalands Dinosaur Museum
Dinosaur museum with fossils, replicas, and exhibits.
42. Sun 'N Sand Motel
Classic Route 66 roadside motel with retro charm.
44. Sunset Motel - NM
Quaint mid-century motel with nostalgic feel.
45. La Loma Lodge & RV Park
Family-run lodge and RV park along Route 66.
47. Route 66 Auto Museum
Museum showcasing vintage cars and Route 66 memorabilia.
48. Bless Me Ultima Park
Community park honoring author Rudolfo Anaya.
49. Visitor Info Center
Information stop for Santa Rosa visitors and travelers.
50. The Blue Hole
Crystal-clear natural spring and popular diving spot.
51. Ranch House Cafe
Deserted Route 66 café and classic roadside relic.
52. Magnolia Station
Closed service station from Route 66’s heyday.
53. Esso Gas Station (Tucumcari)
Vintage Esso station preserved for Route 66 travelers.
54. Buckaroo Motel
Western-themed roadside motel with cowboy vibe.
55. New Mexico Route 66 Museum
Museum celebrating Route 66 history in New Mexico.
56. Route 66 Sculpture
Sculpture display honoring Route 66 legacy.
57. Tucumcari Trading Post
Gift shop with Route 66 memorabilia and western goods.
58. Paradise Cafe
Long-abandoned roadside cafe on Route 66.
59. Paradise Motel - NM
Empty vintage motel along historic Route 66
60. Bottle Shop
Once-active shop, now closed and forgotten.