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.

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.

Strolling past the mural feels like stepping into a living postcard. The bold letters, each packed…read morewith imagery--from western sunsets and buffalo silhouettes to Neon-lit Route66 nostalgia--draw the eye and spark delight at every glance. In early morning light, the vibrant hues pop; later, golden hour mood blends perfectly with warm tones of canyon vistas and cowboy hats. It's a magnet for families, travelers, and road-trippers--all pausing for photos, smiles, and a moment of reflection on Amarillo's unique charm. The backdrop encourages storytelling: "That's where we headed next..." or "Look, there's Cadillac Ranch reflected in a painting." Beyond the visuals, it radiates community pride. Painted during local art initiatives, it stands not just as decoration but as a cultural badge--bold, bright, and unapologetically Texan.

Another fun and quirky Route 66 stop!…read more We stopped at The Bug Ranch while making our way along Route 66 through Amarillo, and it's such an easy stop to add, especially if you're already planning to visit the Big Texan nearby. Think of it as a smaller, VW Bug version of Cadillac Ranch! The Bugs make for some really fun photos, and we went early in the morning when there weren't many people around. It was the perfect time to wander around and get pictures without having to wait for crowds to clear. They also have mini golf, which looked like it could be a fun way to spend a little more time here rather than just stopping for pictures. Route 66 stamp collectors, don't miss this one! They have a rubber stamp, and it's a really cute one featuring the Bug Ranch, VW Bugs and Route 66. We've been collecting stamps to mark our stops along our Route 66 road trip, so finding this one made the stop even better. A cute, quirky roadside attraction and definitely worth pulling over for on Route 66!

Worth a stop. Very simple, roadside attraction. Cars sticking out, everything is spray painted, you…read morecan add your own art.