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Route 66 stops in Illinois
1. Ron's Red Bird Cafe
Casual small-town diner serving breakfast and lunch.
2. Shrine of Our Lady of the Highways
Roadside shrine honoring travelers on Route 66.
3. Turkey Tracks on Route 66
Quirky roadside feature where turkey tracks are embedded in the concrete.
4. Magnuson Grand Hotel & Conference Center
Full-service hotel and event venue near Route 66.
5. Carlinville Plaza
Shopping plaza near downtown Carlinville with local businesses.
6. Mother Road Antique Mall
Antique mall on the Carlinville Square offering vendor-filled booths and Route 66 memorabilia.
7. Macoupin County Courthouse
Historic courthouse known for its massive size and architecture.
8. Taylor's Mexican Chili Parlor
Small chili parlor famous for its unique recipe and local roots.
9. Carlin Villa Motel
Modern roadside motel near historic Route 66.
10. Ariston Cafe
One of the oldest Route 66 restaurants, serving American and Mediterranean fare.
11. Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center
Small museum showcasing Litchfield history and Route 66 heritage.
12. Belvidere Cafe
Former roadside diner now closed, retaining vintage appeal.
13. Belvidere Motel
Vacant mid-century motel structure next to Belvidere Cafe.
14. Shaw's Bar 1926
Former Prohibition-era bar, currently closed.
15. Old Bridge - IL
Remnant of early Route 66 bridge and photo spot.
16. Mother Jones Monument
Monument honoring labor leader Mary Harris “Mother” Jones.
17. Soulsby Service Station
One of the oldest service stations on Route 66, fully restored.
18. Route 66 Gaming
Historic Route 66 location featuring gaming machines.
19. Route 66 Memorial Place
Memorial site commemorating Route 66 travelers and history.
20. Country Classic Cars LLC
Classic car dealership and Route 66 stop with restored vintage vehicles.
21. Route 66 Large Chair
Giant roadside chair sculpture, great for quirky photo stops.
22. Henry's Rabbit Ranch
Eccentric attraction featuring rabbits, Route 66 memorabilia, and humor.
23. Pink Elephant Antique Mall
Massive roadside antique store with iconic pink elephant statue.
24. Decamp Station
Former tavern turned event venue along Route 66.
25. St Paul Lutheran Church
Historic Lutheran church with Route 66 ties.
26. Weezy's
Local diner serving comfort food to travelers on Route 66.
27. Wildey Theatre
Restored 1909 movie house hosting concerts and performances.
28. Greenway Motel
Modest, budget-friendly motel catering to Route 66 travelers.
29. Apple Valley Motel Sign
Weathered neon sign from a long-closed motel.
30. Route 66 Flea Market and Cafe
Indoor market with eclectic finds and attached cafe.
31. Sun Motel
Small, vintage roadside motel with basic amenities.
32. Old Chain of Rocks Bridge
Historic pedestrian bridge over the Mississippi River on Route 66.
33. Oatman Home
Historic home tied to early Collinsville history.
34. O'Brien Tire & Auto Care
Long-running local business and Route 66 photo op.
35. Mr Twist Ice Cream
Retro ice cream stand popular with locals and travelers alike.
36. Route 66 Sign - IL
Official Route 66 roadside sign for photos and navigation.
37. It's Electric - Neon Sign Park
Outdoor neon sign park celebrating mid-century Americana and Route 66 signage.
38. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
Ancient Native American site dating to around 700 A.D.
39. McKinley Bridge
Historic bridge crossing the Mississippi River, part of the original Route 66 path.
40. Route 66 Raceway
Drag racing facility hosting major motorsports events.
41. Route 66 Landmark
Historic Route 66 location in Elwood, Illinois.
42. Fairbury Speedway Cars
Display of vintage race cars popular for photos.
43. Canal Motel
Shuttered Route 66-era motel, now in ruins.