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Route 66 stops in New Mexico

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Americana Motel

1. Americana Motel

406 E Rte 66 Blvd, Tucumcari, NM

Traditional Route 66 motel for travelers

Lodging Hotels Motels
Roadrunner Lodge

2. Roadrunner Lodge

1023 E Rte 66 Blvd, Tucumcari, NM

Mid-century modern motel with Route 66 flair

Lodging Motels
Hotel Casteneda

3. Hotel Casteneda

524 Railroad Ave, Las Vegas, NM

Historic Harvey House hotel restored and reopened to guests.

Lodging Historic Motels & Hotels
Blue Swallow Motel

4. Blue Swallow Motel

815 E Rte 66 Blvd, Tucumcari, NM

Famous neon-lit Route 66 motel since the 1940s

Lodging Historic Motels & Hotels
Luna Lodge

5. Luna Lodge

Central Ave, Albuquerque, NM

Historic motel with distinct neon, now closed and decaying.

Lodging Historic Motels & Hotels
Hiway House

6. Hiway House

3200 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

Retro motel with mid-century flair near university district.

Lodging Motels
ABQ BioPark

7. ABQ BioPark

903 10th St SW, Albuquerque, NM

Zoo, aquarium, and botanical gardens in one family-friendly destination.

Attractions Aquariums Zoos
Budville Trading Co

8. Budville Trading Co

Casa Blanca, Paraje, NM

Abandoned trading post and gas station.

Roadside Attractions Historic Trading Posts
Dixie

9. Dixie

Casa Blanca, Paraje, NM

Former cafe or gas stop on Route 66, now closed.

Roadside Attractions Historic Sites
Midway Bar

10. Midway Bar

Casa Blanca, Paraje, NM

Vintage roadside bar from Route 66’s heyday.

Roadside Attractions Historic Bars
Villa de Cubero Trading Post

11. Villa de Cubero Trading Post

1406 State Rd 124, Cubero, NM

Historic trading post from the Route 66 era with cultural significance.

Roadside Attractions Historic Trading Posts
Acoma Pueblo

12. Acoma Pueblo

Village of Acoma, Acoma Pueblo, NM

Historic mesa-top Native American village known as Sky City.

Landmarks & Icons Historic Sites
Dinosaur Rock

13. Dinosaur Rock

Acoma Pueblo, Acoma Pueblo, NM

Large rock formation resembling a dinosaur along Route 66.

Roadside Attractions Natural Formations
Zodie's Grill

14. Zodie's Grill

Route 66, San Fidel, NM

Abandoned eatery on the Mother Road with faded signage and history.

Restaurants Casual Dining
Acoma Curio Shop

15. Acoma Curio Shop

Route 66, San Fidel, NM

Vintage curio shop with souvenirs and Route 66 memorabilia.

Shops & Markets Novelty Shops
White Arrow Garage

16. White Arrow Garage

Route 66, San Fidel, NM

Once-busy garage now abandoned along Route 66.

Roadside Attractions Historic Gas Stations
Whiting Bros Sign

17. Whiting Bros Sign

Route 66, San Fidel, NM

Iconic faded Whiting Bros. sign, a relic of the roadside past.

Signs & Neon Classic Neon
Whiting Bros Motel Sign - NM

18. Whiting Bros Motel Sign - NM

Route 66, San Fidel, NM

Former motel signage from the Whiting Bros. chain.

Signs & Neon Classic Neon
Old Gas Station - NM

19. Old Gas Station - NM

Route 66, San Fidel, NM

Crumbling old gas station with vintage pumps.

Roadside Attractions Historic Gas Stations
Route 66 Diner

20. Route 66 Diner

2502 E Hwy 66, Gallup, NM

Classic American diner serving hearty meals and nostalgia.

Restaurants Diners
Railway Cafe

21. Railway Cafe

2150 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Cozy roadside café with breakfast and coffee staples.

Restaurants Cafes
Earl's Family Restaurant

22. Earl's Family Restaurant

1400 U.S. Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Historic eatery known for Native crafts and local cuisine.

Restaurants Casual Dining
El Capitan Motel

23. El Capitan Motel

1300 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Retro-style Route 66 motel with modern comforts.

Lodging Motels
Arrowhead Lodge

24. Arrowhead Lodge

1115 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Quaint Route 66-era lodge with southwestern charm.

Lodging Motels
Outlaws Saloon

25. Outlaws Saloon

1109 E Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM

Shuttered Route 66 bar with western flair.

Nightlife Bars
Franciscan Lodge

26. Franciscan Lodge

E Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM

Abandoned lodge on Route 66 once known for hospitality.

Lodging Motels
Desert Sun Motel

27. Desert Sun Motel

E Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM

Faded motel structure from Route 66’s heyday.

Lodging Motels
The Roarin' 20's Sign

28. The Roarin' 20's Sign

218 W Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM

Vintage neon sign reminiscent of 1920s glamour.

Signs & Neon Classic Neon
Pat's Lounge

29. Pat's Lounge

304 W Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM

Closed Route 66 bar once frequented by locals.

Nightlife Bars
Mining Museum

30. Mining Museum

100 Iron Ave, Grants, NM

Interactive museum highlighting Grants’ uranium mining past.

Museums Specialty/Niche
Route 66 Neon Drive Thru

31. Route 66 Neon Drive Thru

600 W Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM

Glowing neon display where cars drive through Route 66 signage.

Signs & Neon Restored Neon
Painted Satellites

32. Painted Satellites

Route 66, Grants, NM

Colorful satellite dishes painted along Route 66.

Roadside Attractions Art Installations
Charlie's Radiator Service

33. Charlie's Radiator Service

1308 W Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM

Old radiator shop now defunct along Route 66.

Roadside Attractions Historic Structures
Los Alamos Motel Sign

34. Los Alamos Motel Sign

W Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM

Vacant signage from the long-gone Los Alamos Motel.

Signs & Neon Classic Neon
Swap Meets Route 66

35. Swap Meets Route 66

McKinley County, Grants, NM

Defunct flea market site on historic Route 66.

Roadside Attractions Historic Sites
Tomahawk Bar

36. Tomahawk Bar

1523 NM-122, Prewitt, NM

Western-themed bar now closed but still visible from the highway.

Nightlife Bars
Herman's Garage

37. Herman's Garage

Rte 66, Thoreau, NM

Vintage garage displaying relics of the road trip era.

Roadside Attractions Historic Gas Stations
Continental Divide

38. Continental Divide

1 NM-122, Continental Divide, NM

Geographic high point where waters flow to opposite coasts.

Natural Features Overlooks
Whiting Bros Motel Sign - NM

39. Whiting Bros Motel Sign - NM

1 NM-122, Continental Divide, NM

Former motel signage from the Whiting Bros chain.

Signs & Neon Restored Neon
Roadrunner Motel Sign

40. Roadrunner Motel Sign

3012 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Faded motel sign with southwestern motif.

Signs & Neon Classic Neon
Hacienda Motel

41. Hacienda Motel

2510 E Hwy 66, Gallup, NM

Closed budget motel with retro signage.

Lodging Motels
Virgie's Restaurant

42. Virgie's Restaurant

2720 W Historic Hwy 66, Gallup, NM

Family-run eatery serving Southwestern and Mexican favorites in a casual setting.

Restaurants Mexican
Mootel

43. Mootel

1305 W Historic Hwy 66, Gallup, NM

Quirky Route 66-themed motel known for nostalgic charm and neon signage.

Lodging Motels
Redwood Lodge

44. Redwood Lodge

907 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Classic roadside motel turned retro attraction popular with photographers.

Lodging Motels
Blue Spruce Lodge

45. Blue Spruce Lodge

1119 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Traditional budget motel with rustic southwestern style.

Lodging Motels
Lariat Lodge

46. Lariat Lodge

1105 E Historic Highway 66, Gallup, NM

Simple roadside motel catering to Route 66 travelers.

Lodging Motels
El Rancho Hotel

47. El Rancho Hotel

1000 E Hwy 66, Gallup, NM

Historic hotel known for hosting Hollywood stars along Route 66.

Lodging Hotels
Zia Motel

48. Zia Motel

915 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Budget-friendly motel with easy access to Route 66 attractions.

Lodging Motels
El Coronado Motel

49. El Coronado Motel

109 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Former motel on Route 66 now abandoned, retains iconic signage.

Lodging Motels
Gallup Sign

50. Gallup Sign

700-798 I-40BL, Gallup, NM

Large photo-worthy Gallup landmark sign off the business loop.

Signs & Neon Iconic Signs
Visitors Center

51. Visitors Center

106 U.S. Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Helpful stop for maps, info, and local history in Gallup.

Community & Visitor Centers Visitor Centers
Angela's Café

52. Angela's Café

201 E Hwy 66, Gallup, NM

Cozy café offering breakfast and lunch with New Mexican flair.

Restaurants Cafes
Gallup Coffee Company

53. Gallup Coffee Company

203 W Coal Ave, Gallup, NM

Popular downtown coffeehouse serving espresso and pastries.

Restaurants Cafes
Richardson's Trading

54. Richardson's Trading

223 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Historic trading post specializing in Native American art and jewelry.

Shops & Markets Trading Posts
El Morro Theatre

55. El Morro Theatre

207 W Coal Ave, Gallup, NM

Vintage art deco theatre featuring films and live events.

Arts, Music & Entertainment Theaters
Rex Museum

56. Rex Museum

220 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Local history museum housed in a historic hotel building.

Museums Local History
Jerry's Cafe

57. Jerry's Cafe

406 W Coal Ave, Gallup, NM

Beloved diner serving New Mexican cuisine and green chile plates.

Restaurants Mexican
Lexington Hotel

58. Lexington Hotel

405 Rte 66, Gallup, NM

Basic hotel located on Route 66, popular with budget travelers.

Lodging Hotels
Giant Cowboy

59. Giant Cowboy

416 W Coal Ave, Gallup, NM

Large cowboy statue — classic Gallup photo op.

Roadside Attractions Photo Ops Roadside Sculptures
Colonial Motel

60. Colonial Motel

1007 W Coal Ave, Gallup, NM

Classic Route 66 motel with retro charm.

Lodging Motels