Route 66 Attractions & Landmarks

Route 66 is lined with hundreds of attractions — some famous, some forgotten, and some that can only be found if you know where to look. This category covers the landmarks and roadside icons that define the Mother Road experience, from towering Muffler Men and neon-lit motels to vintage diners and restored service stations. You’ll find detailed guides to the most iconic stops as well as hidden gems that reward travelers who take the slow road. Whether you’re drawn to Americana kitsch, architectural history, or natural wonders tucked just off the highway, this is your guide to the places that make Route 66 worth leaving the interstate for.

66 Drive-In Theatre on Route 66 in Carthage, Missouri
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66 Drive-In Theatre Carthage Missouri – Route 66 Drive-In Movie Experience

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66 Drive-In Theatre in Carthage, Missouri – A Timeless Route 66 Icon Introduction 66 Drive-In Theatre Carthage Missouri – Route ...

Boots Court Motel Remodel Carthage Mo 2023
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Boots Court Motel – A Classic Route 66 Icon in Carthage, Missouri

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Introduction Travelers along Route 66 often seek out the most authentic stops, and few places embody the golden age of ...

Route 66 Historic Sixth Street in Amarillo
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Exploring the 6th Street Historic District on Route 66 in Amarillo, Texas

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Exploring the 6th Street Historic District on Route 66 in Amarillo, Texas Introduction to The Sixth Street Historic District in ...

Lile Art Gallery on Route 66 in Amarillo
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Discover the Lile Art Gallery on Route 66 in Amarillo, Texas

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The Lile Art Gallery on Route 66 in Amarillo, Texas A Creative Landmark on the Mother Road Location: 2719 SW ...

Golden Dome in Oklahoma City
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Exploring the Gold Dome on Route 66 in Oklahoma City: A Mid-Century Modern Icon

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The Gold Dome on Route 66 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma A Striking Mid-Century Landmark on America’s Mother Road Rising from ...

Overholser Bridge Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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Exploring the Historic Overholser Bridge on Route 66 in Oklahoma City

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Discovering the Historic Overholser Bridge on Route 66 in Oklahoma City Tucked along the historic alignment of Route 66 in ...

Milk Bottle Grocery Oklahoma City
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The Milk Bottle Grocery: A Route 66 Icon in Oklahoma City

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The Milk Bottle Grocery: A Route 66 Icon in Oklahoma City A Tiny Building with a Giant Legacy Nestled at ...

Arizona Route 66 Museum
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Arizona Route 66 Museum at the Powerhouse in Kingman, Arizona

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Discover the Arizona Route 66 Museum at the Powerhouse in Kingman, Arizona Nestled in the heart of Kingman, Arizona, the ...

Two Guns Mountain Lion Ruins
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Two Guns, Arizona: Exploring the Ghost Town on Route 66

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Introduction to Two Guns, Arizona If you’re seeking a slice of eerie, photogenic Route 66 history, Two Guns, Arizona, delivers ...

Shaffer Springs Fish Bowl on Route 66 in Arizona
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Shaffer Fish Bowl Springs: A Hidden Route 66 Oasis in the Arizona Desert

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Shaffer Fish Bowl Springs: A Hidden Route 66 Oasis in the Arizona Desertha Just off historic Route 66, between Kingman ...

Oatman Arizona
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Discover Oatman, Arizona: A Wild West Gem on Route 66

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Welcome to Oatman, Arizona Tucked into the rugged Black Mountains of northwest Arizona, Oatman is a living Wild West ghost ...