1. Cadillac Ranch (Amarillo)
The iconic roadside attraction where ten Cadillacs are buried nose-down in the dirt.
Bring spray paint to leave your mark (it’s encouraged!).
A must-stop for classic Route 66 photo ops.
2. The Big Texan Steak Ranch (Amarillo)
Famous for its 72-ounce steak challenge—eat it in under an hour, and it’s free!
Even if you're not up for the challenge, it’s a great place to soak in the over-the-top Texas atmosphere.
3. Route 66 Midpoint (Adrian)
Exactly 1,139 miles from both Chicago and Los Angeles—the official halfway point of Route 66.
Grab a bite at the MidPoint Café, home of the "Ugly Crust Pie."
4. VW Slug Bug Ranch (Conway)
Like Cadillac Ranch, but with half-buried Volkswagen Beetles instead.
Another fun, colorful spot to snap photos and add your own spray paint.
5. Devil’s Rope Museum (McLean)
A museum dedicated to barbed wire history (way more interesting than it sounds!).
Also features Route 66 memorabilia.
6. Leaning Tower of Texas (Groom)
A leaning water tower along the road that’s a classic photo stop.
A fun optical illusion!
7. Glenrio Ghost Town (Texas/New Mexico Border)
An abandoned Route 66 town that once thrived in the heyday of the Mother Road.
Old gas stations, motels, and post offices give off a true "ghost town" vibe.
8. Bugg Ranch (Conway)
Another spray-paint-friendly roadside art installation.
Five Volkswagens buried at an angle, similar to Cadillac Ranch.
9. Amarillo’s Route 66 Historic District
A great stop for vintage shops, diners, neon signs, and classic motels.
The Golden Light Café, one of the oldest in the area, is a must for a meal.
10. Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Groom)
A 190-foot cross, visible from miles away.
Features life-size statues depicting the Passion of Christ.
Bonus Stops
Shamrock, TX – Home to the restored U-Drop Inn, a vintage Route 66 diner & gas station that inspired Ramone’s shop in Cars.
McLean, TX – Home to the first Phillips 66 service station in Texas.