Mel’s Drive-In in Santa Monica, California
Mel’s Drive-In in Santa Monica caps off the Mother Road with retro charm, diner classics, and the iconic Penguin Milkshake. Outside, the “Route 66 Ends Here” sign marks the perfect photo stop.
Attraction Type: Mural
Albert Okura Mural and Monument in Amboy, California
A new mural and monument in Amboy honor Albert Okura, the businessman who bought the town in 2005 and worked to preserve Roy’s Motel and Café on Route 66. His legacy now lives on in this bold roadside tribute.
Welcome to Shamrock Mural in Shamrock, Texas
The “Welcome to Shamrock” mural in Shamrock, Texas, is a large public artwork located in Water Tower Plaza near the Shamrock Water Tower. Created by artist Tye Thompson, it highlights the town’s history, landmarks, and notable residents.
Corvette in a Garage Mural in Waynesville, Missouri
The Corvette in a Garage mural in Waynesville, Missouri, shows a red 1960s Corvette bursting from a garage door in a detailed vintage workshop scene. Painted by local artist Ray Harvey in 2024, it’s a fun and nostalgic stop along Route 66.
Interactive Canoe Mural in Waynesville, Missouri
The Interactive Canoe Mural in Waynesville, Missouri, is a colorful public artwork featuring local landmarks and Route 66 imagery. Visitors can step into a real half-canoe in front of the mural and pose with a paddle for a one-of-a-kind photo opportunity.
Waynesville Route 66 Mural in Waynesville, Missouri
The Waynesville Route 66 Mural in Waynesville, Missouri, is a vibrant, postcard-style mural painted on a Dollar General. It celebrates local history and Route 66 with detailed artwork inside each letter of “WAYNESVILLE.”
Route 66 Pedestrian Underpass Mural in Chelsea, Oklahoma
The Route 66 Pedestrian Underpass in Chelsea, Oklahoma allows visitors to walk beneath the Mother Road while enjoying a historical mural painted along the tunnel walls. The artwork, installed in 2016, highlights key moments in Chelsea’s past and has turned the underpass into a unique roadside attraction.
Monarch Pharmacy & Soda Fountain in Baxter Springs, Kansas
Monarch Pharmacy & Soda Fountain in Baxter Springs, Kansas, is a modern-day pharmacy with a nostalgic twist. It features a classic soda fountain serving vintage-style drinks and desserts.
Big Dreams Grow in Carthage Mural in Carthage, Missouri
The Big Dreams Grow in Carthage mural in Carthage, Missouri, honors notable locals through a vibrant tile display. It’s meant to show kids that big dreams can begin anywhere.
The Belvedere in National Harbor, Maryland
The Belvedere in National Harbor, Maryland, is a terrazzo mural by Steven Weitzman located beneath your feet at the end of American Way. Spanning 1,618 sq. ft., it highlights the history and geography of Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. with over 70 intricate details.
