Route 66 stops in Missouri

Historic Joplin neighborhood with preserved 19th-century homes.

Local museum featuring mining history, Route 66 exhibits, and sports memorabilia.

Scenic waterfall and natural swimming hole on Shoal Creek.

General store with vintage Route 66 charm.

Gourmet candy shop offering chocolates and sweet treats.

Contemporary American cafe with upscale comfort food and local ingredients.

Tourism hub offering information, brochures, and local insight.

Monument honoring veterans and American freedom.

Retro diner serving burgers, shakes, and Route 66 vibes.

Historic car dealership building preserved from Route 66’s past.

Closed diner that once served deli favorites on Route 66.

Vintage-style theater offering productions and events.

Visitor center offering brochures, exhibits, and friendly faces.

Antique and gift shop filled with Route 66 memorabilia and artisan goods.

Southern-style roadhouse offering BBQ, blues, and regional comfort food.

Tiny vintage drive-in known for flat-top burgers, root beer, and a retro vibe.

Historic Route 66 bridge crossing the Meramec River.

Local visitor center providing Route 66 information, history, and rest stops.

Park with trails, picnic areas, and Route 66 memorabilia at the visitor center.

Historic St. Louis riverfront with cobblestones, shops, and nightlife.

Central downtown welcome center offering maps, brochures, and travel advice.

Central downtown welcome center offering maps, brochures, and travel advice.

Home of Budweiser—tours, tasting rooms, and Clydesdale stables in a historic facility.

Large urban park home to museums, trails, and Route 66 landmarks.

Secondary visitor info location with access to Forest Park attractions.

Historic Route 66 shaved ice and ice cream stand in Saint Clair.

Two water towers labeled “Hot” and “Cold,” a famous roadside oddity.

A wax museum dedicated to the infamous outlaw Jesse James.

Former roadside toy museum with vintage toys and collectibles—now closed.

Abandoned Route 66-era motel with classic roadside architecture.

Popular show cave and tourist destination offering underground tours since the 1930s.

Remnant signage from a once-bustling café.

Museum and visitor center inside a historic 1930s motor inn.

Scenic overlook offering panoramic views of Pacific and the Meramec River Valley.

Rusting vintage motel sign from a former roadside inn.

Preserved neon sign from the long-gone Diamond Inn.

Classic roadside sign from the Gardenway Motel.

Expansive reserve with hiking trails, native plant gardens, and exhibits.

Former filling station and café, now a crumbling reminder of roadside hospitality.

Beloved old-school diner known for homestyle meals and community ties.

Colorful Mexican restaurant serving authentic dishes in a festive setting.

Old-fashioned shoe store with generations of history.

Closed vintage memorabilia spot once beloved by Route 66 travelers.

Iconic giant rocking chair, major Route 66 photo attraction.

Country store with souvenirs, snacks, archery supplies, and Route 66 charm.

Quirky antique shop with collectibles and rustic finds.

Former motel now abandoned—remnants of a once-busy stop.

Beautiful Missouri state park featuring caves, camping, and nature trails.

Winery and tasting room with beautiful views and live music.

Homestyle meals and friendly service in a Route 66-themed diner.

Vibrant mural celebrating local artist Al West’s legacy and the Route 66 corridor.

Historic mural at a well-known Route 66 location in Cuba, MO.

Retro drive-in theater still showing movies under the stars.

Craft brewery known for local ales and a patriotic theme.