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Jan 23, 2020 · The following Interactive Map of Route 66 in Texas shows the alignment of Route 66 across the state and each of the towns and cities that is passes through. It includes the infamous Jericho Gap and the historic segment of Route 66 through Conway (Listed in the National Register of Historic Places) Click on the town icons on the map for a link ...
- Teepee Curios, Tucumcari. One of the highlights of a Route 66 road trip is seeing all the amazing buildings along the route. In its modern heyday, Route 66 was lined with glitzy neon lights and unique buildings designed to attract the hordes of travelers heading past.
- Blue Swallow Motel, Tucumcari. We will be talking about the Blue Swallow Motel a little bit later. It is a place you absolutely must stay on Route 66 in New Mexico, but it is also a bit of a tourist attraction in itself.
- New Mexico Route 66 Museum, Tucumcari. Route 66 isn’t just a road. It is a piece of cultural history. In fact, it was declared as such when the road started to ‘die out’ due to faster routes across the country.
- Blue Hole, Santa Rosa. You thought New Mexico was nothing more than a desert? Well, you’re sort of right! That is what makes Blue Hole in Santa Rosa so appealing.
May 17, 2022 · What towns does Route 66 go through in New Mexico? Route 66 goes through a number of towns on its way through New Mexico: Tucumcari; Santa Rosa; Moriarty; Albuquerque; Santa Fe; Grants; Gallup
- Route 66 New Mexico: Attractions and Things to See
- Where to Stay Along Route 66 in New Mexico
- Travel Resources
- Let’s Continue The Journey…
Tucumcari
In this first important city in New Mexico we will come across many interesting attractions in pure Route 66 style. Maybe the Teepee Curioswill be the first thing that strikes you; it is in fact a souvenir store that used to be a service station, with an Indian tent outside that will surely catch your eye. Another particular place is the restaurant La Cita (820 S 1st St), also easily recognizable as it is dominated by a huge Mexican sombrero as an advance sign of what type of cuisine reigns s...
Santa Rosa
Many of you may have an idea of New Mexico’s nature as arid, almost desert-like. This is partly true, but on entering Santa Rosa you will feel like you are in another region. This city in fact is a real green oasis and is also famous for its lakes, which have a great attraction for all diving enthusiasts. It is worth visiting both the Blue Hole and Perch Lakewhere, even if you are not an experienced diver, you can still take a refreshing break. If you find yourself in front of a yellow car su...
Junction
Once you’ve left the city of Santa Rosa behind you, you’ll have to choose which road to follow, because at this point Route 66 splits intotwo branches; one to the north that follows the older route of the road and one to the south that follows the section built around the 1930s. This division will end in Albuquerque when the two routes join together again.
If you want some advice on the best hotels and motels along this stretch of Mother Road you can read the section dedicated to where to stay along Route 66 in New Mexicoin our article. Discover typical accommodations along Route 66
Here are some guides you can rely on 1. Lonely Planet Route 66 Road Trips: an overview of the main attractions along the Mother Road 2. Route 66 Adventure Handbooka detailed description of all the towns and attractions you will encounter along the way 3. Route 66 EZ 66 Guide: (detailed map plus attractions and advice on how to follow the original r...
Here’s what not to miss in the other states: 1. Route 66 Illinois 2. Route 66 Missouri 3. Route 66 Kansas 4. Route 66 Oklahoma 5. Route 66 Texas 6. Route 66 Arizona 7. Route 66 California
Jan 23, 2020 · By Austin Whittall. The following Interactive Map of Route 66 in New Mexico includes the original 1926 to 1937 alignment through Romeroville, Pecos and Santa Fe (Santa Fe Loop) and from Albuquerque to Mesita via Peralta and Los Lunas. It also shows the later (1937) shorter alignment from Santa Rosa to Albuquerque through Moriarty.
Travel Route 66 Across New Mexico. We've had the opportunity to get out on the road and explore Route 66 all across New Mexico, the "Land of Enchantment". The segments across New Mexico on Route 66 totaled 487 miles at one point in time. Alignments varied over the years as the road was improved, and shortened.
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Old Route 66 westbound near I-40 exit 104. The historic U.S. Route 66 ( US 66, Route 66) ran east–west across the central part of the state of New Mexico, along the path now taken by Interstate 40 (I-40). However, until 1937, it took a longer route via Los Lunas, Albuquerque, and Santa Fe, now roughly New Mexico State Road 6 (NM 6), I-25, and ...
