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.

Route 66 Begin Sign
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The Route 66 Begin Sign in Chicago: The Official Starting Point of America’s Mother Road

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Welcome to the Beginning of Route 66 Standing in downtown Chicago, surrounded by historic architecture, busy traffic, and tourists snapping ...

Route 66 Museum Pontiac Illinois
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Discover the Route 66 Hall of Fame and Museum in Pontiac, Illinois

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A Historic Gem Along the Mother Road Pontiac, Illinois, located about 100 miles southwest of Chicago, is home to one ...

Cool Springs Station near Oatman on Route 66 in Arizona
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Cool Springs Station: Arizona’s Route 66 Desert Landmark Reborn

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Cool Springs Station on Route 66: Arizona’s Desert Landmark Reborn Nestled at the base of the rugged Black Mountains along ...

Springfield, Illinois Lincoln's Tomb
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Springfield, Illinois: A Classic Route 66 Stop Full of History, Eats, and Americana

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Welcome to Springfield, Illinois If you’re driving the Mother Road through Illinois, there’s one city that perfectly captures both America’s ...

Oklahoma Route 66 Museum in Clinton
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Exploring the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum in Clinton: A Must-See Stop on the Mother Road

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A Journey Through Time on Route 66 If you’re traveling the legendary Route 66 through Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Route 66 ...

The Blue Whale of Catoosa
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The Blue Whale of Catoosa: Route 66’s Smiling Giant in Oklahoma

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A Whimsical Welcome on the Mother Road Few roadside attractions capture the joy and nostalgia of Route 66 quite like ...

Standin On The Corner in Winslow Arizona
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Standing on the Corner in Winslow, Arizona: Where Music Meets Route 66 History

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Welcome to Winslow’s Most Iconic Corner If you’ve ever heard the line, “Well I’m a-standin’ on a corner in Winslow, ...