The road is alive in Springfield with iconic Route 66 attractions, popular for generations, and new attractions opened by visionaries with a passion for the road.

Route 66 travels directly through Springfield and was part of the original 1926 alignment. You can visit portions of the original road near Carpenter Park, Lake Springfield and a 1.25 mile stretch …

Jan 19, 2024 · Route 66 sights, attractions and landmarks in Springfield Illinois, must-see stops: Cozy Dog, Pioneer motel, Copp's Corner, Motorheads and more. Tips for your US66 road trip.

2026 Travel Guide for a trip on Route 66, the Mother Road, to Springfield, Illinois, with photos, maps, visitors guide, and attractions

Sep 15, 2024 · Discover the best stops on Route 66 from Chicago to Springfield, Illinois, with this road trip guide featuring top attractions, historic sites, and landmarks!

Route 66 Legends Neon Park in Springfield displays restored neon signs from historic Route 66 businesses, offering a vibrant, nostalgic glimpse into mid-20th-century Americana and the …

Springfield takes the state’s “Land of Lincoln” obsession with Abraham Lincoln to the extreme, with all manner of Lincoln sights to be seen.

Complete guide to historic Route 66 through Illinois - classic diners, vintage motels, roadside attractions, and the Mother Road's birthplace in Springfield.

Sep 7, 2025 · This Illinois itinerary is perfect for anyone who wants to drive a manageable section of Route 66, discovering destinations rich in history, legend, and authenticity.

Nestled beside the Sangamon River, this quarter-mile stretch of road has been hidden away, untouched and overgrown, for nearly 90 years. Initially part of the original stretch of Route 66, …