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Things to do on Route 66
1. The Berghoff Restaurant
Chicago, IL
Historic Chicago German-American restaurant operating since 1898.
2. Museum of Ice Cream
Chicago, IL
A playful, immersive museum centered on ice cream and childhood nostalgia.
3. Route 66 Begin Sign
Chicago, IL
The official eastern terminus sign where travelers begin Route 66.
4. Road Runner's Retreat
Essex, CA
Historic 1960s Route 66 café and service station ruins.
5. Roy's Motel and Cafe
Amboy, CA
Iconic Route 66 stop with retro neon and a preserved 1950s aesthetic.
6. Blue Whale
Catoosa, OK
Beloved giant blue whale sculpture photo op.
7. Robert's Automotive
Springfield, IL
Springfield auto repair and service center.
8. The Railyard
Springfield, IL
Outdoor food court with local eats on Route 66.
9. Gearhead Curios
Galena, KS
Vintage shop and Route 66 tourist stop with art cars and nostalgic finds.
10. Parkhurst Ranch
Arcadia, OK
Family-friendly ranch with mazes, animals, pony rides & more.
11. Cain's Ballroom
Tulsa, OK
Legendary Tulsa venue and home of Western swing.
12. Mother Road Market
Tulsa, OK
Marketplace-style venue with food stalls and shops.
13. Coleman Theater
Miami, OK
Lavish 1929 Spanish Revival theater, fully restored and operational.
14. Fat Daddy's Pub & Grille
Tulsa, OK
Neighborhood pub with burgers, beer, trivia, and games.
15. The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL
World-renowned art museum with an extensive collection including "American Gothic" and more.
16. The World-Famous Sultana Bar
Williams, AZ
Historic 1912 Route 66 bar with neon, music, and nightlife.
17. Bourbon Cafe and Coffee Saloon
Bourbon, MO
Cozy café serving hearty breakfasts and coffee.
18. Hiway House
Albuquerque, NM
Retro motel with mid-century flair near university district.
19. ABQ BioPark
Albuquerque, NM
Zoo, aquarium, and botanical gardens in one family-friendly destination.
20. Castle Car Wash
Chicago, IL
Retro castle-style mid-century car wash with quirky architecture.