U.S. Highway 66 -- popularly known as Route 66 or the Mother Road -- holds an elevated place in American consciousness and tells diverse stories of a mobile nation on the road. Discover this shared heritage through historic places you can still experience today, which are reminders of our past and the influence the automobile has had on our lives and nation today.
There are more than 250 buildings, bridges, road alignments and other sites along Route 66 that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This travel itinerary highlights over 100 of those sites, and is part of the National Park Service's Share Our Heritage Travel Itineray series. Enjoy your trip and visiting these special places along historic Route 66!
Explore Route 66 by State
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Illinois: Route 66
Discover Route 66 places in Illinois.
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Missouri: Route 66
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Kansas: Route 66
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Oklahoma: Route 66
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Texas: Route 66
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New Mexico: Route 66
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Arizona: Route 66
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California: Route 66
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Featured Places
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Ariston Café (IL)
Learn about this historic café along Route 66.
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Tower Station (TX)
Learn more about this iconic filling station in Texas.
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Threatt Filling Station (OK)
Read about this historic gas station that catered to African American travelers.
Last updated: June 27, 2022