Bowlin's The Thing Travel Center
2631 N Johnson Rd, Benson
(520) 586-2581
Recent Reviews
This is a must stop! Large gift shop full of unique items. Dairy Queen attached. The museum is the huge draw for this place. It's weird and meant to be. Only $5 admission and well worth it. I spent about 45 mintues going thru the museum and shopping. Could've stayed longer but needed to make some driving miles. I recommend stopping here and going thru the museum. It's fun and not to be taken seriously. Get a good laugh and enjoy the silly.
One of the best roadside attractions $5 can buy! Lots of places for family photos! Good place to stretch your legs and learn about THE THING! unrelated to THE THING but I loved all the trinkets, rocks, jewelry, and decor here! Great rest stop after driving for 10+ hours
The restrooms are clean and tidy.
The large driveway and parking lot is a little rough, something you should know if you're riding a motorcycle. There's plenty of parking for both cars and trucks.
There are eight gasoline...