Route 66 Articles & Guides | History, Attractions & Road Trip Info

Route 66 — known as the Mother Road and Main Street of America — stretches 2,448 miles from Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica, California. This category is home to all our Route 66 content: travel guides, historic landmarks, roadside attractions, and stories from every corner of the iconic highway. Whether you’re planning your first drive or your tenth, you’ll find practical advice and inspiration here for exploring America’s most famous road. From its establishment in 1926 to its decommissioning in 1985 and the preservation efforts that continue today, Route 66 remains one of the great American travel experiences. Browse our guides by state, topic, or type of attraction — and start planning your Mother Road adventure.