The Coolest Visitor Center In Texas Has A Gift Shop And Museum With Route 66 Memorabilia
By Katie Lawrence|Published August 19, 2023
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
Get your kicks on the Mother Road when you visit the Texas Route 66 Visitor Center in Amarillo. Paying homage to the historic highway that ran straight through the city, this unique destination features all sorts of authentic memorabilia and gift items. It’s a must-visit next time you find yourself up in the Panhandle!
Calling all Route 66 enthusiasts! If you're fascinated by all things relating to the Mother Road, then you simply must stop by the Texas Route 66 Visitor Center next time you're in Amarillo.
The center is located just south of the historic highway and offers a unique glimpse into both the heyday and legacy of the route that helped shape America.
This is because the visitor center is located in the building that once housed Myers Fried Chicken Restaurant, which was open 24/7 from 1948-1970 to serve hungry Route 66 travelers.
While the center does have a gift shop with kitschy items like T-shirts and mugs, that's only the tip of the iceberg.
Visitors can also watch a documentary called "Two For the Road" that tells the story of Route 66 in Texas. The film shows daily.
Even if you just pop in for a couple of minutes to pick the owners' brains, rest assured your visit will be worthwhile. Not only can they tell you anything you'd like to know about the Mother Road, but they're also some of the friendliest people you'll ever meet.
Have you ever been to the Texas Route 66 Visitor Center in Amarillo? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments!
This isn’t the only Route 66 attraction in Texas. One of my favorite road trips leads to the most charming Route 66 towns in the state, and it’s such a fun journey. But no road trip is complete without snacks, so check out our Road Trip Snack Guide for 50 on-the-go bites to keep you fueled while you explore.
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