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Route 66 stops in New Mexico
1. Smith's Cafe
Old Route 66 cafe, now closed and decaying.
2. Old Service Station - NM
Abandoned vintage service station from Route 66’s heyday.
4. Route 66 Townhouse Welcome Center & Gift Shop
Visitor center and shop for Route 66 travelers.
5. Continental Oil Co Station
Historic station from Route 66's golden age.
7. Trails West Lounge
Closed bar and lounge on Route 66.
8. Prolly Gas
Abandoned gas station now a popular photo stop.
9. Tucumcari Inn
Former motel along Route 66, now closed
10. Historic Route 66 Motel - NM
Classic Route 66 motel with vintage charm
11. Watson's BBQ
BBQ joint serving smoked meats and sides.
12. Palomino Motel
Retro-style motel offering basic roadside lodging
13. Texaco Trade Station
Vintage Texaco station and Route 66 photo favorite.
14. Dels Restaurant & Gifts
Longstanding Route 66 diner with a gift shop.
15. Kix On 66
Fifties-style diner offering breakfast and American eats.
16. Tee Pee Curios
Iconic souvenir shop with a teepee façade.
17. Carlson Coffee Company
Local coffee shop and eatery in downtown Tucumcari.
18. Tucumcari Railroad Museum
Railroad history museum with artifacts and exhibits.
19. Odeon Theatre
Vintage movie theater showcasing classic charm.
20. Dollhouse Bed & Breakfast
Charming B&B with whimsical décor and cozy rooms.
21. Joe's Restaurant
Closed diner on historic Route 66.
22. Mesalands Dinosaur Museum
Dinosaur museum with fossils, replicas, and exhibits.
23. La Cita
Colorful Route 66 Mexican restaurant known for its sombrero roof.
24. Apache Motel
Long-closed motel with vintage Route 66 vibes
25. Whiting Bros Motel Sign - NM
Former motel signage from the Whiting Bros chain.
26. Roadrunner Motel Sign
Faded motel sign with southwestern motif.
28. Route 66 Diner
Classic American diner serving hearty meals and nostalgia.
29. Railway Cafe
Cozy roadside café with breakfast and coffee staples.
30. Blue Spruce Lodge
Traditional budget motel with rustic southwestern style.
31. Lariat Lodge
Simple roadside motel catering to Route 66 travelers.
32. El Rancho Hotel
Historic hotel known for hosting Hollywood stars along Route 66.
33. Zia Motel
Budget-friendly motel with easy access to Route 66 attractions.
34. Redwood Lodge
Classic roadside motel turned retro attraction popular with photographers.
35. Angela's Café
Cozy café offering breakfast and lunch with New Mexican flair.
36. El Coronado Motel
Former motel on Route 66 now abandoned, retains iconic signage.
37. Visitors Center
Helpful stop for maps, info, and local history in Gallup.
38. Gallup Coffee Company
Popular downtown coffeehouse serving espresso and pastries.
39. El Morro Theatre
Vintage art deco theatre featuring films and live events.
40. Rex Museum
Local history museum housed in a historic hotel building.
41. Richardson's Trading
Historic trading post specializing in Native American art and jewelry.
42. Jerry's Cafe
Beloved diner serving New Mexican cuisine and green chile plates.
43. Lexington Hotel
Basic hotel located on Route 66, popular with budget travelers.
44. Giant Cowboy
Large cowboy statue — classic Gallup photo op.
45. Gallup Sign
Large photo-worthy Gallup landmark sign off the business loop.
46. Motel Thunderbird
Abandoned motel still marked by a distinctive neon sign.
47. Colonial Motel
Classic Route 66 motel with retro charm.
48. Arrowhead Lodge
Quaint Route 66-era lodge with southwestern charm.
49. Golden Desert Motel
Affordable motel with simple accommodations along the Route.
50. Earl's Family Restaurant
Historic eatery known for Native crafts and local cuisine.
51. Navajo Zuni Shop
Previously Native art and souvenir shop, now closed.
52. Desert Skies
Modest Route 66 motel near shops and restaurants.
53. Virgie's Restaurant
Family-run eatery serving Southwestern and Mexican favorites in a casual setting.
54. Mootel
Quirky Route 66-themed motel known for nostalgic charm and neon signage.
55. El Capitan Motel
Retro-style Route 66 motel with modern comforts.
56. Route 66 Smoke Shop
Local smoke shop and Route 66 stop.
57. Whiting Bros
Old Whiting Bros station, now a Route 66 landmark.
58. Pow Wow Restaurant & Lizard Lounge
Classic diner and lounge offering southwestern cuisine.
59. Buckaroo Motel
Western-themed roadside motel with cowboy vibe.
60. Route 66 Sculpture
Sculpture display honoring Route 66 legacy.