It's worth the stop. It is exactly as you should expect . . . Cadillacs stuck into the dirt,…read morenothing more, nothing less. It is not a museum. It is not a gift shop. There is no visitor center. It is not a destination. It is a unique stopover on your Route 66 Chicago to Santa Monica journey. It is worth the price of admission (free) and a photo op. If you keep things in perspective, you'll smile, take a photo and move on. Can't believe the negative comments left by others.

It was raining doing our visit, but still a lot of fun among the colorful ruins. The Slug Bug…read moreRanch up the road is also a fun visit.

An absolutely beautiful old building!! It was built in the 30's and renovated completely in 2000…read more My niece had her Wedding Reception in the famous Auditorium on the 11th floor and it was wonderful! Many Kudos to Amarillo for preserving a part of their history instead of tearing it down!

The Amarillo Music Society holds concerts in the auditorium. The beautiful building is a wonderful…read morehistorical setting to hear classical music. I definitely think it enhanced the experience of a night out. I also though the acoustics of the room were great. I only wish more events were in the building so everyone could enjoy the preservation of something so lovely.

This is a beautiful old building built in 1910. The railroad went through Amarillo until 1979…read moreaccording to the guy I talk to at the Railroad Museum east of town. Actually the railroad still goes through because there was a train chugging past the train station as I was taking pictures, but the passenger service ended in 1979. Now all that is available are cargo trains going through. I would have loved to be able to get close to the building and see it, better yet to be able to go inside. I hope they turn this into a museum someday. It would be a shame for it to ever be torn down. How can we preserve our history and our heritage if we destroy it? I'm glad I heard that this building was still here so I could at least park in front and take pictures through the fence. If you like old trains there is a locomotive a couple blocks over called the Madame Queen, near the Civic Center. It is fenced-in also but still interesting to look at. And if you really want the scoop, go visit the Railroad Museum east of town, just off of Amarillo Boulevard. Those guys can tell you anything you want to know about the Amarillo railroad history. Be sure to check their hours before you drive out there. It's all volunteer so they are not open everyday.

Sure, it's a massive 66-foot-tall sculpture made from stainless steel. But it's more than that!…read moreEach of the legs of the sculpture contains a time capsule to be opened 25, 50, 100, and 1000 years after the statue's dedication in 1968. At the center, a 5 foot model of a helium atom. And it's also a sundial (which I wasn't able to work out the time). Why here and why a monument to helium? It turns out that Amarillo hosts a major helium plant and the city played a huge role in the government's helium reserve and gas production dating back to 1927. The park has parking and several captions that explain the importance of helium as a natural resource. It is next to the Discovery Center. [Review 16193 overall - 369 in Texas - 1699 of 2021.]

Approach the plaza under the towering stainless-steel beams, peer at the suspended atom model, and…read moreread the story of helium's journey from the sun's spectrum to Amarillo's star pipelines. The sundial's shadow may reveal the hour--on a sunny day, that is. Wander around the engraved capstones and imagine opening future capsules centuries from now. It's quick, free, and thought-provoking--ideal for a 10-15 minute stop.

You know in the movie Cars when there's a sad nostalgia about a place? Where you know once upon a…read moretime there was a vibrant plaza and a drive that would showcase the best of the area... that's what this was like. Well, there wasn't much now. So in a way yes it was nice to see and imagine what it was but there wasn't anywhere for us to park and see or walk around. My son (3) loves the movie Cars so he thought the signs for the area was the best thing, but it was definitely a quick drive through.

Start your walk at the Natatorium, once a pool and ballroom, now brimming with antiques. Wander…read morepast vintage façades and peppers of neon signage, pausing at unexpected murals that burst with Panhandle pride. Pop into quirky shops for Route66 memorabilia or handcrafted pottery, then dive into a plate of Frito pie at GoldenLight -- its retro charm feels straight from a 1950s road-trip postcard. Browsing, snacking, photographing: every turn offers a new story or snapshot. By dusk, the district transforms with live music and warm lights--proof that this is not just a preserved past, but Amarillo's living route of Americana.

Another one of them quirky spots on old Route 66. Before stopping here, I have heard that it is…read moreeither open or closed, depending on the day or whenever the owner(s) decide to open the place. It was open when I went by, so I checked it out. Be sure to check out the scrap metal sculptures outside before entering! There was lots of old antiques and memorabilia inside the place. Old photos of Elvis and people I didn't know, old cameras, records, signs, Avon bottles and just other random stuff. Be sure to sign the guestbook. And close the door. Tip: be sure to drive on the old alignment until the dead end.

An 8 x 20 ft. room filled with antiques, small and large, floor to ceiling…read more Too many clashing energies here for me to be comfortable. I don't even know how to rate it, it is just so strange. I guess 3.5 stars. No donation box. No one standing nearby to make sure you don't pinch something, but the eerie feeling that someone is watching you. Hidden cameras? Spirits? I was spooked by this place. Signed the guest book though-- many others have been here before... Is this even a business? I have a business card from here... but does that mean it's really a business? I like weird stuff. This place just gave me a bit of the creepies...

Cruising down the highway outside Amarillo, I caught sight of something that made me hit the…read morebrakes--a towering cowboy frozen mid-stride, rifle in one hand and a steely stare aimed at the Texas sky. Meet the Second Amendment Cowboy: part roadside legend, part fiberglass icon, and all swagger. He stands tall beside a trio of jacked-up Cadillacs, each one decked out with mannequin passengers like Elvis, Willie Nelson, and John Wayne on their way to a honky-tonk showdown. It's wild, weird, and absolutely wonderful. I couldn't help but laugh -- it's one of those places that feels like Texas decided to bottle its personality and plant it in the dirt for everyone to gawk at. I snapped a photo, gave the cowboy a nod, and drove off feeling like I'd just shaken hands with roadside Americana at its most bold.

Another roadside America stop…read more We came in the morning, in December, which put the sun behind the statue, not great light conditions for taking photos. So maybe come in the afternoon if you can when the sun will be on his face. Located just down the road from the Cadillac Ranch, this is a quick drive by photo op if you don't have a lot of time, or pull over for some close-up pics. Happy motoring!

Stepping up to MadamQueen felt like meeting a queen in exile--towering, dignified, and still proud…read moredespite a few weathered edges. The steel-and-concrete engine looms large, and you can almost feel the echo of its whistle and the clatter of tracks beneath it. Reading the plaque, you learn this wasn't just any locomotive: she pulled essential cargo across the West, leaving an indelible mark on Amarillo's rail legacy. The best part? It's free, open day and night, and easy to reach. We lingered for about 15 minutes--enough time for photos, a glance at the plaque, and a quiet moment to imagine life in the steam age. That said, the chain‑link fence and lack of shelter made things feel a bit distant, physically and emotionally. A protective canopy and more interpretive signs would elevate the experience from a roadside curiosity to an immersive mini‑museum.

The Amarillo Railway Museum is worthy of a stop because of its unique equipment, some that probably…read morecannot be seen anywhere else. The "White Train" is a relic of the Cold War atomic age. It was used to transport nuclear weapons assembled at the nearby Pantex plant. The trains featured armored locomotives, guard cars and weapons cars. There is another piece of equipment unique to Amarillo- a helium transport car. Amarillo has historically been the "Helium Capital of the Nation." I stopped by on a day when the indoor museum was closed, but the outdoor exhibits are accessible to see. Walking ability required.Check out the Museum website for more fascinating details of the "White Train"

Incredibly interesting museum and informational! It was easy to learn all about horses, and even…read morehad exhibits for kids! The staff was amazing and was eager to assist and give fun facts, we talked with the staff about where we were from and they seemed genuinely excited that we had stopped there. Definitely would go back in the future!

We had a great experience at this museum!! I love horses so this was a must see in Amarillo for us…read more They have a whole room that's dedicated to kids, with worksheets and interactive exhibits, as well as a photo-op! I especially loved the little mechanical horse that you can ride for 0.25! Right now they have an origami room as well - if you're a beginner I recommend staying simple, that quarter horse is hard to do! One thing could use some attention though- the video screen in the timeline room is SO quiet. My husband and I could barely make anything out in an otherwise silent room with it on full volume, and there's no captions, so it's very inaccessible.

We went here as part of a bus tour to PALO DURO, and it was a good stop…read more Expect to see: - RV's of every type - race cars - motorcycles - antiques The tour is self guided and interactive. You are allowed to go inside the RV's.

Hard to find! GPS will take you to the back. Look for landmarks in my photos to find place. It's a…read morecool place but need better directions! The ac on the day we went was out, only had large fans going. It was hot and muggy in there, but getting to go in the rvs was fun and worth it. The rv use in the Robin Williams movie was cool to see. We eventually want an event so it was cool to see how it has evolved over the years. Worth a stop if you have time, hopefully with ac when you go!