# Begin Historic Route 66 > A marker sits in the middle of a busy sidewalk, offering a great photo opportunity for fans of mid-century history and travel. The spot welcomes families and pets, surrounded by nearby shops and attractions that add to its lively atmosphere. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/BeginHistoricRoute66 - Address: 150-70 Old Rte 66, Chicago, Illinois, United States ## What people say - "I found this place to be a great destination for mid-century history." ## Good to know - The location is family and pet friendly. - It can get busy, especially during weekends. - There are nearby shops and attractions for visitors. - It marks the beginning of historic Route 66. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.