Have you been on the hunt for a new adventure? Is the road calling your name? Maybe it’s time to start planning a new road trip, full to the brim with activities. All of these roadside attractions in Tucumcari, New Mexico, are great reasons to stop here for a while on a longer road trip. If you have the itch to travel, why not start here with your plans? The road stretches ahead, and new adventures await you on the horizon.

1. The Blue Swallow Motel
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The history behind the Blue Swallow Motel dates back to 1939, when it was built facing Route 66 with 10 rooms to rent. Since then, it's been visited by many a Route 66 rider wanting to experience the same path that thousands of others have traveled. Plus, it's a comfortable place to stay if you're adding these spots onto a longer road trip.
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2. Lacita Restaurant
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Next on the list is Lacita Restaurant, a spot where food and fun collide. Who wouldn't love dining under a giant sombrero? Whether you're ordering a turkey sandwich or a table full of Tex-Mex, they've got you covered.
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3. Mesalands Dinosaur Museum
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Last but not least, a bit of fun in the form of learning. The bronze dinosaur skeletons at Mesalands are extra fun, from an artistic and scientific point of view. After all, who doesn't love dinosaurs?
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If you’d like to learn more about these places, check out the official Blue Swallow Motel Facebook, Lacita Restaurant Facebook, and Mesalands Dinosaur Museum Facebook pages. If you need more to add onto this road trip, check out this stunning lonely road you can take from here in Tucumcari all the way to Las Vegas.

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