The Most Unforgettable Stops Along Route 66

Amarillo’s Route 66 Sixth Street Historic District stretches for 13 blocks west of downtown, between Georgia and Forrest Avenues. The road was first paved with gravel in 1921, became part of Route 66 in 1926, and the district was added to the National Register in 1994.

This stop matters because it lets travelers walk through a real commercial corridor shaped by the Mother Road. Old storefronts, cafés, antique shops, and neon details show how Route 66 supported everyday American business. It is worth seeing for anyone who wants more than one landmark and enjoys a full neighborhood atmosphere.