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Things to do on Route 66
1. O'Brien Tire & Auto Care
Granite City, IL
Long-running local business and Route 66 photo op.
2. Mr Twist Ice Cream
Granite City, IL
Retro ice cream stand popular with locals and travelers alike.
3. Route 66 Sign - IL
Granite City, IL
Official Route 66 roadside sign for photos and navigation.
4. It's Electric - Neon Sign Park
Granite City, IL
Outdoor neon sign park celebrating mid-century Americana and Route 66 signage.
5. McKinley Bridge
Venice, IL
Historic bridge crossing the Mississippi River, part of the original Route 66 path.
6. Hwy 61 Roadhouse and Kitchen
Webster Groves, MO
Southern-style roadhouse offering BBQ, blues, and regional comfort food.
7. Carl's Drive In
Brentwood, MO
Tiny vintage drive-in known for flat-top burgers, root beer, and a retro vibe.
8. Meramec River U.S. 66 Bridge
Byrnes Mill, MO
Historic Route 66 bridge crossing the Meramec River.
9. Rte 66 Visitor Center
Eureka, MO
Local visitor center providing Route 66 information, history, and rest stops.
10. Route 66 State Park
Eureka, MO
Park with trails, picnic areas, and Route 66 memorabilia at the visitor center.
11. Lions Lake
Dwight, IL
Scenic lake and recreational area near Route 66, good for picnics and photos.
12. Mobile Gas Station
Odell, IL
Vintage gas station structure, now a preserved Route 66 stop.
13. Odell Pedestrian Tunnel
Odell, IL
Historic pedestrian tunnel beneath Route 66.
14. Bridge Ruins
Pontiac, IL
Remains of an original Route 66 bridge over the Vermilion River.
15. M&R Tire & Auto
Braidwood, IL
Small-town garage with vintage vibes and service station throwback feel.
16. Union Roofing
Chenoa, IL
Classic old-style building with rooftop signage popular on Route 66.
17. Chenoa Pharmacy
Chenoa, IL
Historic small-town pharmacy with original signage and Route 66 charm.
18. Chenoa Resting Area
Chenoa, IL
Roadside stop with benches and interpretive signs for travelers.
19. Route 66 Memory Lane
Lexington, IL
Walking trail with Route 66 memorabilia and signs.
20. Uncle Vait's Pizza
Lexington, IL
Family-owned pizzeria serving locals and Route 66 travelers.