An old-fashioned road trip is oh-so-good for the soul sometimes. After all, can anything really compare to driving with the windows down, our favorite music playing, and beautiful scenery rolling by? But, we might agree that a long drive can sometimes become monotonous, a dangerous thing, especially if we’re behind the wheel. Fortunately, we can usually pull over to a rest stop to stretch our legs and relax a bit. Even if you’re not on a road trip, you might want to stop by this rest stop in Conway, Missouri. It’s probably Missouri’s most unique.

Next time you're driving along Route 66 (I-44 westbound) between Lebanon and Marshfield, keep an eye out for the Missouri Route 66 Welcome Center in Conway and pull over.
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Missouri makes road trips easy, hosting seven welcome centers, 12 rest areas, and 30 "trucks-only parking sites."
While most rest stops are pretty basic - a place to walk around, maybe get something to eat, and freshen up - this one in Conway has received glowing reviews, with some even calling it "one of the coolest welcome centers in the country."
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Even if you visit outside of staff hours, you can still pick up brochures and explore.
Inside, you'll find everything you can expect from a rest stop, including brochures to help you plan your travels and vending machines to grab a quick snack.
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Visitors rave about the cleanliness of this Missouri rest stop, too.
It's even home to authentic Old Route 66 memorabilia.
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If you're visiting when the weather cooperates, explore the outdoor area of this unique welcome center.
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The outdoor space is a replica of Old Route 66, complete with road signs and...
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Storefronts. Behind each storefront, though, is a picnic table, where you can sit, eat, and recharge before resuming your travels.
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While you're relaxing, the kiddos can expend some of that excess energy at the small playground.
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The Missouri rest stop also features ample parking for trucks.
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Head over to the Facebook page of the Missouri Route 66 Welcome Center, Conway for more information.
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Have you been to the Missouri Route 66 Welcome Center, a rest stop in Conway, Missouri? What did you think? Were you impressed? Let us know in the comments. If you’re hungry for a delicious meal, pull over at The Rocking Chair Restaurant, a buffet and restaurant in Conway, Missouri. (It features a buffet on select days.) If you’re so charmed by Conway that you want to stay the night, book a Vrbo.

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