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Route 66 stops in New Mexico
1. Palace of the Governors
Oldest public building in continuous use in the U.S., now a museum.
2. Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Prominent Roman Catholic cathedral with French Romanesque design.
3. Loretto Chapel
Famous for its “miraculous” spiral staircase built without nails.
4. Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
Museum dedicated to the life and work of Georgia O'Keeffe.
5. Silver Saddle Motel
Classic roadside motel with retro style and Route 66 charm.
6. The Pantry
Long-running diner famous for New Mexican cuisine.
7. El Rey Court
Hip boutique motel with mid-century vibes and amenities.
8. Clines Corners
Roadside travel center since 1934.
9. U.S. Southwest Soaring Museum
Museum preserving the history of motorless flight and gliders.
10. Lewis Antique Auto & Toy Museum
Classic car and vintage toy collection off Route 66.
11. Sunset Motel - NM
Quaint mid-century motel with nostalgic feel
12. Sputnik Neon
Iconic neon Sputnik sign shining bright on Route 66.
13. Midway Boxcar
Vintage railroad boxcar repurposed as a roadside landmark.
14. Midway Trading Post
Abandoned trading post with retro signage and structures.
15. Blunt Bros Coffee
Local coffee shop and casual hangout in the Nob Hill area.
16. De Anza Motor Lodge
Historic Route 66 motor lodge, now abandoned.
17. Town Lodge
Classic Route 66-era motel with vintage charm.
18. Premiere Motel
Simple roadside motel serving budget travelers.
19. Kellys Food Service Station
Historic gas station turned brewpub with Route 66 appeal.
20. Tucumcari Inn
Former motel along Route 66, now closed
21. Historic Route 66 Motel - NM
Classic Route 66 motel with vintage charm
22. Palomino Motel
Retro-style motel offering basic roadside lodging
23. Texaco Trade Station
Vintage Texaco station and Route 66 photo favorite.
24. Dels Restaurant & Gifts
Longstanding Route 66 diner with a gift shop.
25. Glenrio Visitor Center
Welcome center with exhibits and traveler info.
26. Russells Truck & Travel Center
Museum and diner combo with classic cars and memorabilia.
27. Historic ground beacon for airmail pilots
Historic beacon used for early airmail navigation.
28. Old Service Station - NM
Abandoned vintage service station from Route 66’s heyday.
29. Western Motel - NM
Defunct Route 66 motel with visible ruins.
30. Old Shop
Empty structure, once a Route 66 roadside shop.
31. Steve Gore Trading
Former trading post, now abandoned.
32. Smith's Cafe
Old Route 66 cafe, now closed and decaying.
33. Old Wooden Bridge - Original 1926 US 66
Surviving 1926 timber bridge on the original Route 66 alignment.
34. Abandoned Rest Area ("Modern Restrooms" / Endee Motor Court)
1930s restrooms and motel slab at Bard/Endee ghost-town cluster.
35. Tucumcari Mountain Marker
Iconic marker near Tucumcari Mountain on Route 66.
36. Prolly Gas
Abandoned gas station now a popular photo stop.
37. Odeon Theatre
Vintage movie theater showcasing classic charm.
38. Tucumcari Railroad Museum
Railroad history museum with artifacts and exhibits.
39. Carlson Coffee Company
Local coffee shop and eatery in downtown Tucumcari.
40. La Cita
Colorful Route 66 Mexican restaurant known for its sombrero roof.
41. Dollhouse Bed & Breakfast
Charming B&B with whimsical décor and cozy rooms.
42. Route 66 Smoke Shop
Local smoke shop and Route 66 stop.
43. Pow Wow Restaurant & Lizard Lounge
Classic diner and lounge offering southwestern cuisine.
44. Whiting Bros
Old Whiting Bros station, now a Route 66 landmark.
45. Rubee's Diner
Abandoned retro-style Route 66 diner.
46. Apache Motel
Long-closed motel with vintage Route 66 vibes
47. Watson's BBQ
BBQ joint serving smoked meats and sides.
48. Kix On 66
Fifties-style diner offering breakfast and American eats.
49. El Camino Motel
Old-school motor inn offering basic rooms.
50. Flying Star Cafe
Eclectic café with bakery items and comfort food staples.
51. Hotel Andaluz
Upscale historic hotel with modern amenities.
52. Turquoise Museum
Museum showcasing turquoise jewelry, history, and mining.
53. Buffet Restaurant Sign
Retro neon sign from a bygone Route 66 restaurant.
54. Murals
Vibrant street art and murals celebrating local culture.
55. Church
Historic adobe church on Route 66.
56. Red Ball Cafe
Long-running diner with classic New Mexican fare.
57. Park
Public park with Route 66 ties and a shaded rest area.
58. The Panderosa
Retro roadside motel along the Central Ave strip.
59. La Puerta Motor Lodge
Faded Route 66-era motor lodge with vintage signage.
60. Pinon Motel
Simple motel with a classic Route 66 location.