Historic Route 66 Downtown Gallup
Historic Downtown Gallup
The old town along Route 66, where neon signs, murals, Native American jewelry shops and historic theaters cluster in a few blocks.
Historic downtown Gallup is built around Route 66 (now Historic Highway 66) and the parallel Coal Avenue. It preserves the El Morro Theater, the neon signs of old hotels, and dozens of street murals depicting the history of Indigenous peoples and mining. Trading posts and galleries along the streets sell Navajo and Zuni silver jewelry, turquoise and hand-woven rugs, usually at lower prices than in Santa Fe. On summer evenings, Indigenous dance performances often take place at Courthouse Square. The old town suits a walk of one to two hours. The neon is best after dark, and parking is convenient.
Opening hours
All day (shops approx. 09:00–18:00)
Nearby sights
- Gallup History Museum (Rex Hotel)
- Richardson's Trading Company
- Gallup Cultural Center
- El Rancho Hotel & Motel
- High Desert Trail System
- Church Rock Trail
- Red Rock Park
- Navajo Nation Zoological and Botanical Park