Things to do on Route 66

Historic Chicago German-American restaurant operating since 1898.

A playful, immersive museum centered on ice cream and childhood nostalgia.

The official eastern terminus sign where travelers begin Route 66.

Historic 1960s Route 66 café and service station ruins.

Iconic Route 66 stop with retro neon and a preserved 1950s aesthetic.

Beloved giant blue whale sculpture photo op.

Springfield auto repair and service center.

Outdoor food court with local eats on Route 66.

Family-friendly ranch with mazes, animals, pony rides & more.

Tulsa's iconic 1924 dance hall and birthplace of Western swing, still rocking today.

Marketplace-style venue with food stalls and shops.

Lavish 1929 Spanish Revival theater, fully restored and operational.

Neighborhood pub with burgers, beer, trivia, and games.

World-renowned art museum with an extensive collection including "American Gothic" and more.

Historic 1912 Route 66 bar with neon, music, and nightlife.

1950s-style diner with shakes and burgers.

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

Famous snack company store with factory view.

Once a charming winery and museum—closed but a reminder of local viticulture.

Park with trout hatchery, spring-fed streams, and nature trails.

Classic car dealer and memorabilia shop.

Granite Stonehenge replica — unique roadside stop.

Local info center offering help, maps, and exhibits on Rolla’s history.

Comfort food served in a laid-back setting with Route 66 charm.

Historic cabins from Route 66’s heyday, now decaying.

Solemn roadside memorial honoring the forced relocation of Native Americans.

Once a bustling resort on Route 66, now closed and overgrown.

Steel truss bridge with deep Route 66 heritage.

Former resort cabins by the river, now closed but nostalgic.

BBQ joint known for smoky meats and friendly roadside service.

Roadside attraction with candy, museum displays, quirky gifts, and selfie spots.

Official visitor center offering maps and Route 66 resources.

Once a functioning roadside weld shop, now a rustic Route 66 relic.

Painted boulder shaped like a frog, local icon and quirky photo stop.

Historic courthouse along Route 66.

German restaurant with unique decor on Route 66.

Iconic painted Route 66 shield on the road.

Art space featuring local Route 66 artists.

Classic diner offering homestyle meals.

Museum preserving Route 66 history and culture.

Route 66 themed mural located in downtown Galena popular for traveler photos.

Former Wild West-era jail with preserved facade.

Family-owned general store operating since 1925 along Route 66.

Historic marker identifying the Riverton stretch of Route 66 and its historical significance.

Historic local store near the Riverton Route 66 corridor serving travelers and residents.

Historic Eisler Brothers signage marking the iconic Route 66 store.

Route 66 shield sign outside the historic Eisler Brothers Old Riverton Store that travelers frequently photograph.

Local convenience store and fuel stop along the Kansas stretch of Route 66.

Original curved alignment of Route 66 that leads travelers to the Rainbow Bridge and preserves part of the early highway route.

Historic alignment of Route 66 passing through Riverton.

Roadside welcome sign marking Riverton on historic Route 66.

Classic Route 66 sign marking the Kansas stretch.

Small park area accessible from Route 66 offering rest and photo opportunities.

Marker identifying the point where Missouri, Oklahoma, and Kansas meet.

Faded painted advertisement on the exterior of the historic Eisler Brothers Store building, a recognizable Route 66 visual landmark in Riverton.

Local neighborhood bar located along Alternate 69 near the Baxter Springs area.

Historic commercial structure along the original Route 66 corridor.

Historic site marking the location of Fort Blair, a Union outpost during the Civil War and the site of the 1863 Battle of Baxter Springs.

Bright roadside Route 66 photo stop featuring giant sunflower artwork and a swinging Route 66 shield

Historic railroad depot site tied to early travel and Route 66 era transportation.