I Wasn’t Ready for THIS Stop on Route 66… Galena, Kansas

Описание: One of the coolest and most unforgettable stops on Route 66 is tucked into the tiny town of Galena — and it’s an absolute must-stop.

Welcome to Galena and Gearhead Curios, a Route 66 icon packed with automotive history, roadside Americana, and pure fun. This town of Galena is famous for its connection to classic Route 66 car culture and even helped inspire the look of Tow Mater from Cars thanks to the vintage tow trucks parked out front of one of its businesses.

Inside, Gearhead Curios is loaded with Route 66 memorabilia, vintage signs, gifts, and photo-ops — but one of the most talked-about features might be the restroom. Seriously. It’s often called one of the coolest bathrooms on Route 66, decked out in classic car parts and automotive decor, turning a quick pit stop into a memorable experience all its own.

Galena may only have a short stretch of Route 66, but stops like Gearhead Curios prove that Kansas Route 66 punches way above its weight. This is the kind of place that perfectly captures what the Mother Road is all about — creativity, nostalgia, personality, and unexpected surprises.

If you’re driving Route 66 and wondering whether this stop is worth it — don’t even think about skipping it.

If you love Route 66, roadside Americana, classic cars, and legendary small-town stops that leave a big impression, this is one place you need to see.

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