314 miles of Route 66 stretch through California, the last (or first) of the eight states on your Mother Road journey. Starting in Needles at the border of Arizona and ending at the Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles, there are quintessential California Route 66 attractions to see at every turn of the road.
You’ll find quirky roadside attractions, historical museums, vintage diners and drive-throughs, fun souvenir shops, and classic motels and hotels on this stretch of your road trip.
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Oldest Operating Del Taco in Barstow, California
The oldest operating Del Taco, still serving since 1964, sits in Barstow, California. Known as Del Taco #1, it’s the longest-running restaurant in the chain and still carries a local flavor all its own. Del Taco traces its roots to Ed Hackbarth, an Air Force veteran who first worked for Glen Bell (of Taco Bell fame) managing Bell’s Hamburgers in the 1950s.
Galco’s Old World Grocery (Galco’s Soda Pop Stop) in Los Angeles, California
Family-owned and operated since 1897, Galco’s Old World Grocery in Los Angeles, California (Galco's Soda Pop Stop), has transformed from an Italian grocery store into one of the most unique soda shops in the country. When John Nese took over his father’s store in 1995, he shifted the focus from groceries to specialty sodas and lined the shelves with small-batch, classic, and hard-to-find bottles.
Must SeeCalifornia Route 66 Museum in Victorville, California
The California Route 66 Museum in Victorville is a must-see stop for anyone traveling the Mother Road through the Mojave Desert. Opened in 1995 by Old Town Victorville Heritage Preservation, Inc., the museum is dedicated to preserving the history and culture of Route 66 and the communities it touched.
EddieWorld in Yermo, California
If you’re road tripping along Route 66 in the Mojave Desert or heading off toward Las Vegas, a short detour to EddieWorld in Yermo, California is well worth your time. Opened in 2018, this stop has been nicknamed the “Disneyland of Gas Stations.” EddieWorld is officially the largest gas station in California.
Brownie the Railroad Dog in Victorville, California
During World War II, Victorville, California's busy railroad depot had a loyal mascot: Brownie the Railroad Dog. Brownie, a pit bull–terrier mix named for his chocolate coloring, first showed up at the station in 1943 after being hit by a car. The night telegraph operator nursed him back to health, and from then on, Brownie made the depot his home.
Santa Monica Pier Arch in Santa Monica, California
The Santa Monica Pier Arch is one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks and a favorite photo stop near the end of Route 66. The pier itself opened in 1909, but a highway project in 1939 changed how visitors accessed it.
Must SeeRoute 66 End of the Trail Sign in Santa Monica, California
If you've journeyed 2,448 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles you'll probably want to celebrate the accomplishment. There is no better place to do so than here: the Route 66 End of the Trail Sign in Santa Monica, California.
Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica, California
If you’ve made it to Santa Monica, California, you’ve reached the symbolic end of Route 66. While it may no longer be an official U.S. Highway, its spirit lives on, and there’s no better place to celebrate your cross-country adventure than at the Santa Monica Pier.
Santa Monica Hotel in Santa Monica, California
Sitting right on Lincoln Boulevard, the original Route 66, the Santa Monica Hotel makes an ideal stop for your very last night before the journey’s end. Just a mile from the Santa Monica Pier and only a few blocks from Mel’s Drive-In and the official Route 66 End Sign, the location couldn’t be better.
California Inn in Barstow, California
The California Inn in Barstow, California offers value, comfort, and a dose of classic high-desert hospitality. With friendly staff and plenty of amenities, it’s a welcoming stop along your Route 66 journey.
