{"id":2989,"date":"2022-10-10T16:22:06","date_gmt":"2022-10-10T21:22:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/going-places.thegeneral.com\/route-66-attractions\/"},"modified":"2025-08-27T10:04:35","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T15:04:35","slug":"route-66-attractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/blog\/car-and-driving-basics\/route-66-attractions\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Must-See Attractions on Your Route 66 Road Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">U.S. Highway 66 has many names, including Route 66 and The Mother Road. Commissioned in 1926, Route 66 is America\u2019s first all-weather highway connecting Chicago to L.A. While it isn\u2019t America\u2019s first or longest road, Route 66 made a name for itself by reducing the distance from Chicago to L.A. by over 200 miles, making it a popular option among drivers going west in the following decades.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Since then, Route 66 has been romanticized in American culture from songs to popular films. The majority of Route 66 is still drivable today with some proper planning, so don\u2019t rule out a Route 66 road trip. In fact, once you explore some of the coolest attractions along Route 66, you\u2019ll want to make like the popular Nat King Cole song and get your kicks on Route 66.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cadillac-ranch-amarillo-texas\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cadillac Ranch (Amarillo, Texas)<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Just west of Amarillo, Texas stands the Cadillac Ranch, a public art installation and sculpture created in 1974 by the art group Ant Farm. Offset by the sprawling Texas desert are 10 half-buried Cadillacs sticking out of the ground. Each car is sporting colorful graffiti, and tourists are encouraged to participate in the creativity by spraying a portion of a car themselves.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Route-66-Cadillac-Ranch-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Colorful cliffs along highway 160 near Tuba City in the Painted Desert of Arizona.\" class=\"wp-image-3002\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Route-66-Cadillac-Ranch-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Route-66-Cadillac-Ranch-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Route-66-Cadillac-Ranch-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Route-66-Cadillac-Ranch-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-painted-desert-indian-wells-arizona\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Painted Desert (Indian Wells, Arizona)<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Arizona\u2019s Painted Desert extends 150 miles from the Grand Canyon and into the Petrified Forest National Park. The Painted Desert gets its name from its beautiful and varied colors, which range from the common red rock to rare lavender hues and shades of pink. If you can, catch the sunset over the Painted Desert and watch as the colors come to life and create a fiery effect.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Route-66-The-Painted-Desert.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3500\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-route-66-hall-of-fame-museum-pontiac-illinois\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Route 66 Hall of Fame Museum (Pontiac, Illinois)<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Missing the Mother Road\u2019s glory days? Stop by the Route 66 Hall of Fame Museum and explore thousands of pieces of historic Route 66 memorabilia and artifacts. Don\u2019t forget to snap a photo with the museum\u2019s iconic Route 66 mural on your way out.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Route-66-Historic.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3503\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-st-louis-and-the-gateway-arch-st-louis-missouri\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">St. Louis and the Gateway Arch (St Louis, Missouri)<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you\u2019re starting your Route 66 road trip from Chicago, your first or second stop may be the Gateway Arch National Park located in the historic city of St. Louis. Visit the free museum to learn about the Arch\u2019s rich history and how it came to be a symbol of westward expansion in America. If you\u2019re comfortable with heights, take a trip to the top of the Arch for a memorable view of the Mississippi. Before you hit the road again, explore some of the dining, culture, history, and more that St. Louis has to offer.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Route-66-Gateway-Arch.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3501\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-meramec-caverns-stanton-missouri\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Meramec Caverns (Stanton, Missouri)<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Meramec Caverns are known as the largest cave in the state of Missouri, which is no small feat for the Cave State. This natural wonder boasts seven different levels and 4.6 miles of limestone deposits and unusual formations. Take a tour and stop by the picnic ground to re-fuel after.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Route-66-Meramec-Caverns-edit.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3504\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-santa-monica-pier-la-california\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Santa Monica Pier (LA, California)<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Round out your Route 66 road trip itinerary with a stroll along the beautiful Santa Monica Pier. One of the most photographed locations in the world, the Santa Monica Pier is the heart of Santa Monica and the end of Route 66. Take in some beach views, ride on the Ferris wheel, and commemorate your trip with a picture of the \u201cRoute 66 End of Trail\u201d sign. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Route-66-Santa-Monica-Pier.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Now that you\u2019ve explored the best attractions along Route 66, you\u2019re ready to start researching and creating your perfect Route 66 road trip itinerary\u2014just make sure to research which stretches are still open and plan accordingly. If you\u2019re looking for a policy for your road-trip vehicle, The General has affordable coverage options for every driver and budget. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/quote\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Get a quote<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> in under two minutes to see how much you can save or visit our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">insurance blog<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to learn how to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/how-to-road-trip-on-a-budget\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">road trip on a budget.<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Visit the best destinations along Route 66 with this guide from The General. 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