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.

The Barringer Meteor Crater on Route 66 near Winslow, AZ. Page Hdr.
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Meteor Crater: Arizona’s Other worldly Landmark on Route 66

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A Natural Wonder on the Mother Road Just off historic Route 66 near Winslow, Arizona, lies a dramatic geological marvel ...

Twin Arrows
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Twin Arrows Trading Post: A Must See Relic On Route 66 in Arizona’s High Desert

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A Storied Stop on America’s Main Street Located just off Interstate 40 near Flagstaff, Arizona, the Twin Arrows Trading Post ...

Cadillac Ranch Enhanced Photo
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Cadillac Ranch: The Route 66 Art Installation in Amarillo, Texas

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A Symbol of Creativity on the Mother Road No trip down Route 66 is complete without a stop at one ...

The Rail Haven Motel, Springfield, MO
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The Historic Rail Haven Motel on Route 66 in Springfield, Missouri

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The Rail Haven Motel in Springfield, Missouri, stands as a cherished emblem of America’s golden age of road travel. Situated ...

Gemini Giant at the Launching Pad in Wilmington, Illinois
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The History of the Gemini Giant Wilmington, Illinois

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Welcome to Wilmington’s Celestial Giant The history of the Gemini Giant in Wilmington, Illinois. If you’re traveling the legendary Route ...

Gemini Giant at the Launching Pad in Wilmington, Illinois
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The Classic Muffler Man Giants on Route 66

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The Giant Fiberglass Muffler Men of Route 66: Guardians of the Mother Road Traveling along historic Route 66, America’s “Mother ...

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The Rainbow Bridge on Route 66 in Kansas

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Where The Bridge is Located The History of the Rainbow Bridge The Bridge was designed by an engineer named James ...

The Round Barn on Route 66 in Arcadia, Oklahoma Page Hdr.
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Round Barn Arcadia Oklahoma │ Route 66’s Most Iconic Architectural Wonder

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Welcome to the Round Barn in Arcadia, Oklahoma Of all the memorable sights along the more than 400 miles of ...