Around 178 miles of Route 66 stretch through Texas, the midpoint on your Mother Road journey. Connecting between Oklahoma and New Mexico, there are quintessential Texas Route 66 attractions to see at every turn of the road.
You’ll find quirky roadside attractions, informative museums, historical landmarks, and classic motels and hotels on this stretch of your road trip. You can even try to earn a free 72-ounce steak at the Big Texan Steak Ranch or eat some pie to celebrate making it halfway to your destination at the Midpoint Cafe.
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Big Texan Motel in Amarillo, Texas
In a food coma after polishing off that 72-ounce steak? Or just need a good place to spend the night after driving Route 66 in Texas? If you’re looking for a convenient, fun, and unique hotel on Route 66 look no further than the Big Texan Motel in Amarillo, Texas.
Must SeeThe Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo, Texas
More than 10,000 people have come, eaten, and conquered a meal that’s as big as Texas itself at The Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo, Texas: the 72 oz. Steak Challenge. The Big Texan restaurant first opened its doors in 1960. Originally located on Route 66, the restaurant relocated to its current location on Interstate 40.
Must SeeLeaning Tower of Texas in Groom, Texas
The Leaning Tower of Texas, also known as the Leaning Tower of Britten, is just that: a leaning water tower located, appropriately, in Texas. Found along the former Route 66, now US Interstate 40, you can’t miss seeing this odd site from the road.vThis Texas Route 66 roadside attraction was once a normal, functioning water tower.
Shamrock Country Inn in Shamrock, Texas
Shamrock, Texas is the first Texas town you’ll come to when driving Route 66 west and a good place to spend the night, especially at The Shamrock Country Inn. The town has strong Irish ties and, while there, you can visit Shamrock attractions such as the Blarney Stone Plaza, the Fake Blarney Stone, and the Welcome to Shamrock Sign.
Shamrock Mural in Shamrock, Texas
Shamrock, Texas is known for its Irish roots and its location on Route 66. The Shamrock Mural in town celebrates all the best the town has to offer. The large Shamrock mural was created by artist Joey Martinez and supported by the Shamrock Chamber of Commerce in 2019. The artwork features a large script font.
Must SeeRoute 66 Midpoint Sign in Adrian, Texas
It’s “more than two thousand miles all the way” to travel Route 66 from Chicago to California. 2,278 miles to be exact. So, it’s only fitting that at mile 1,139, in either direction, there’d be an attraction marking the spot. As you pass through Adrian, Texas, you just have to pull over.
Buc-ee’s in Amarillo, Texas
Buc-ee’s has been a Texas travel staple since 1982, when it first opened in Lake Jackson. With its giant convenience stores, spotless restrooms, and more fuel pumps than you can count, it’s become a road trip legend across the South. Today, Buc-ee’s operates over 45 locations in multiple states, and the expansion shows no signs of slowing down.
Western Motel in Shamrock, Texas
The Western Motel in Shamrock, Texas is a tried-and-true stop along Route 66. It’s been welcoming road-weary travelers since the 1960s and still delivers just what a Route 66 motel calls for: clean, comfortable rooms at a wallet-friendly price. While plenty of spots in Shamrock lean into the town’s Irish namesake, the Western Motel sticks to its Lone Star roots.
Must SeeCadillac Ranch in Amarillo, Texas
Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, Texas is one of the most recognizable roadside attractions on Route 66. The art installation consists of ten Cadillac cars, all half buried, nose down in the dirt, slanted and standing in a row. Each one is a different model, spanning from a 1949 Club Sedan to a 1963 Sedan de Ville.
Must SeeRoute 66 Midpoint Cafe in Adrian, Texas
When you’re here, you’re halfway there! And where is there? Either Chicago or Los Angeles, depending on whether you're driving eastbound or westbound on Route 66. The Midpoint Cafe in Adrian, Texas is located at the halfway point of The Mother Road and is a must stop for breakfast, lunch, or pie.
