Some of the best roadside attractions in America are Route 66 roadside attractions. Across all eight states of The Mother Road you’ll find a variety of fun, weird, quirky, and thoughtful attractions that are designed to get you to pull off the road to stay awhile.
Some of those attractions pre-date Route 66 itself, some were erected during its heyday, and some are brand spanking new. You’ll find world’s largest things, world’s smallest things, sculptures and statues, vintage service stations, famous billboards and signs, neon lights, eclectic murals, muffler men, and so much more. At every turn of the road there is something new to see and explore. And here’s the secret: all of them are worth pulling over for.
Looking for the best Route 66 roadside attractions to add to your road trip itinerary? Use the filters below to search our attractions directory by location or keyword to fill your travel plan. Whether you’re visiting just one of the eight states on The Mother Road (Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, or California) or driving the entire journey from Chicago to Los Angeles (or vice versa), there are plenty of fun things to see awaiting you.
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Must SeeWorld’s Largest Railsplitter Covered Wagon in Lincoln, Illinois
Lincoln, Illinois in the only town in the United States named for and by Abraham Lincoln before he became president. So it is only fitting that the town honors their namesake in a big way. The World's Largest Railsplitter Covered Wagon in Lincoln, Illinois is a giant wagon topped with an equally giant Lincoln on Route 66.
Abraham Lincoln Watermelon Monument in Lincoln, Illinois
In Lincoln, Illinois you'll find one of the weirdest monuments erected in Abraham Lincoln's, or any president's for that matter, honor: the Abraham Lincoln Watermelon Monument. This attraction is just as it sounds: a big pink and green metal watermelon slice on a pedestal dedicated to our sixteenth president and the christening of Lincoln, Illinois.
Cow in the Corn Sculpture in Lincoln, Illinois
The Cow in the Corn Sculpture in Lincoln, Illinois is an abstract work that honors Route 66 in an unusual way. This sculpture was created by local Lincoln artist Moses Pinkerton and was built at the Hoffman School of Sculpture. It was erected in 2014. The 22-foot by 25-foot piece resembles a cow's face.
Pig Hip Restaurant Memorial in Broadwell, Illinois
Ernie Edwards ran the well-known Pig Hip Restaurant in Broadwell, Illinois, serving Route 66 travelers from 1937 to 1991. This spot was famous for its pig hip sandwiches, slathered in a special sauce, and made from fresh ham Ernie swore came only from the left hip of the pig.
Crowell Bank Building in Baxter Springs, Kansas
The Crowell Bank Building in Baxter Springs, Kansas, is the oldest brick building in town and a notable stop on Route 66. Built in 1870, it originally housed the Bank of Baxter (also known as the Crowell Bank) which was the town’s first bank. The two-story building spans 9,000 square feet.
Monarch Pharmacy & Soda Fountain in Baxter Springs, Kansas
Monarch Pharmacy & Soda Fountain in Baxter Springs, Kansas isn’t just any drugstore. Housed in a building that looks like it’s been there for decades (even though this business only opened in 2015), Monarch brings back the classic soda fountain experience while serving as a real, working full-service pharmacy.
Route 66 Sunflower Sign in Baxter Springs, Kansas
Snap a pic with the Route 66 Sunflower Sign in Baxter Springs, Kansas—a bright and cheerful roadside stop that celebrates Kansas’s place on the Mother Road. Perched at the edge of a sunflower field that sometimes bursts into bloom between late June and August, this sunny sign features two big painted sunflowers flanking a swinging Route 66 shield.
Must SeeBaxter Springs Independent Oil and Gas Service Station in Baxter Springs, Kansas
The Baxter Springs Independent Oil and Gas Service Station in Baxter Springs, Kansas has been a Route 66 attraction since 1930. It now serves as a Kansas Route 66 Visitor Center where you can learn about the past, plan your future travels, and maybe even meet a local celebrity, Dean “Crazy Legs” Walker.
Front Street Garage in Galena, Kansas
The Front Street Garage in Galena, Kansas (also known as the Moeller and Smith Building or Bradshaw’s Garage) has been part of the town’s landscape since long before Route 66 came rolling through. Built in 1896, this corner building at Main and Front Streets originally housed a lumber and construction supply business run by Louis Moeller and Joseph Smith.
Must SeeBig A, the Texaco Giant Muffler Man in Galena, Kansas
If you're driving through Galena, Kansas on Route 66, make time to wave a big hello to Big A, the Texaco Giant Muffler Man standing outside Gearhead Curios. Installed in September 2024, this custom muffler man is a newer addition to the road but already stands out as a major roadside attraction.
Lost Along the Mother Road
Not every stop along Route 66 has stood the test of time. Over the decades, some Route 66 attractions have faded from the map, leaving behind ghost towns, relics, and memories of what once was. These sites may be gone, but they are not forgotten, living on through photos, memories, and the travelers who still seek their traces.
