Chapin's Restaurant

Chapin's is an upscale, casual restaurant located in the heart of Morris's historic Downtown. Atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. Menu offers a wide selection of fine steaks and seafood, as well as fresh salads, vegetarian dishes, and scrumptious desserts. Enjoy a cappuccino or glass of wine in front of the fireplace late in the evening. Come in a stranger and leave as a friend. Traditional olde world ambiance.

CITY: Morris

The Paper Co.

Specializing in custom printed invitations and announcements for all occasions. We also carry a huge selection of handmade greeting cards, gifts, journals and stationary. Appointments also available.

CITY: Morris

The Cardinal

Cafe serving a full menu.

CITY: Morris

Comfort Inn - Morris

Comfort Inn offers our guests an atmosphere that is friendly, dourteous and above all fun. Indoor pool/hot tub, coffee makes, iron/ board, hairdryers in all rooms. Free Continental Breakfast. Pet Allowed.

CITY: Morris

Second Time Around Antique Market

Quality antique furniture, fireplace mantels, pier mirrors, glassware, dinnerware, toys, vintage wicker, collectibles. Furniture restoration available.

CITY: Braidwood

Apple Butter

Located in nostalgic downtown Morris is an extremely unique gift shoppe, Apple Butter and Shugie's. They have one of the largest gift giving inventories in the area. Open Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30 pm and Saturdays 9:00am - 4:00pm

CITY: Morris

Chapin's

Chapin's is an upscale casual restaurant located in the heart of Morris's historic downtown. Atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. Menu offers a wide selection of fine steaks and seafood, as well as fresh salads, vegetarian dishes, and scrumptious desserts. Enjoy a cappuccino or glass of wine in front of the fireplace late in the evening. Come in a stranger and leave as a friend. Traditional Olde World ambience.

CITY: Morris

Maria's Restaurant

Fine, Italian cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.

CITY: Morris

R Place Family Restaurant

American home-style cuisine, antiques, nostalgic family atmosphere. 24-Hour restaurant & bakery.

CITY: Morris

3 French Hens Market

Bringing the tradition of Open Air Euro Markets to the Midwest, 3 French Hens Country Market is held on the grassy banks of the Historic I&M Canal in downtown Morris, IL. Featuring more than 120 vendors selling homemade, homegrown, antique, one of a kind and repurposed items. Open the second Saturday May, June, July, August, September and October from 8am-2pm and the 2nd Saturday in August from 2pm-8pm, rain or shine!

CITY: Morris

Joe's Stationhouse Pizzeria

Pizzas, pasta, and more. Family owned and operated for over 40 years.

CITY: Pontiac

Monical's Pizza

Traditional and specialty pizzas, pasta and salads. Try their famous "Family Pleaser" combination.

CITY: Pontiac

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Morris

Grundy County's only full service hotel. Indoor swimming pool. free coffee in the AM, Free Cookies in the PM.

CITY: Morris

R.J.'s Relics

General line antiques and collectibles. Multi-level, multi-dealer. We buy estates.

CITY: Wilmington

Classic Inn

28 rooms

CITY: Dwight

Pizzas by Marchelloni

Pizza, fried chicken, daily specials, pizza buffet.

CITY: Pontiac

Mario's Pizza

Although their reputation rest on their excellent pizza, Mario's offers a broad selection of other fine dishes.

CITY: Pontiac

Jasmine's Confectionary

Penny candy, gourmet chocolates, candies, Jelly Bellys, soup, sandwiches, ice-cream, pop, coffee and cappuccino.

CITY: Wilmington

Paraphernalia Antiques

Euorpean imports, estate jewelry, general line. Three buildings with thousands of choice items.

CITY: Wilmington

Pontiac Family Kitchen

Full service menu and comfortable surroundings. Banquet room available for special events.

CITY: Pontiac

Water Street Antique Mall

Multi-dealer. 15,000 sq. ft., full line antiques and collectibles.

CITY: Wilmington

Whispering Pines of Dwight

Bed and breakfast with a beautiful, quiet country setting on a heavily wooded three acre lot. Breakfasts include international recipes.

CITY: Dwight

Benchwarmers Pub

Unique eatery and bar filled with local sports memorabilia. Full service menu available daily.

CITY: Fairbury

Pizzas by Marchelloni/Bowling Alley

Restaurant offers pizza and sandwiches and has a large banquet room with separate bar. Eight-lane bowling alley features a game room.

CITY: Fairbury

Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area

Largest tall grass prairie in Illinois. Big bluestem, Indian grass, and switchgrass thrive here, as do broad-leafed flowering plants known as forbs. Hiking and cross-country skiing.

CITY: Morris

Gebhard Woods State Park/IDNR

Hikers, campers, picnickers, and canoeists frequent this 30-acre site, making it one of the state's most popular state parks. Fishing, boating and bird watching are also popular activities. This picturesque park is bordered on the south by the Illinois & Michigan Canal and to the north by Nettle Creek which gently flows along the perimeter and through the park adding to its natural beauty and abundance of wildlife. Stately old trees including walnut, oak, ash, maple, sycamore, hawthorn and cottonwood provide ample shade throughout the park. In the spring, trillium, bluebell, white trout lily, violets, wild ginger, phlox, toothwort and spring beauties are just a sample of the wildflowers that can be enjoyed by park visitors.

CITY: Morris

4 - H Park Campground

Unlimited tent sites -- lots of shade trees. Closed one week during July for the Livingston County Fair.

CITY: Pontiac

Delong's Casual Dining & Spirits

Excellent food in a charming setting. Full menu, frozen custard, and alfresco dining available.

CITY: Pontiac

Old Theatre Antique Mall

Multi-dealers, general line antiques, collectibles, Hallmark ornaments, Fenton candles, souvenirs, country soaps and dips.

CITY: Wilmington

Guest House Antiques

Furniture, costume jewelry, vintage clothing, glass, pottery, Yankee candles, linens.

CITY: Wilmington

Park Motel

Clean and quiet, near lake, parking outside room. Free HBO/ ESPN, golf course 2 mi.

CITY: Morris

Heidecke State Fish and Wildlife Area

State hunting, fishing, and wildlife refuge.

CITY: Morris

Shugie's

Step back into time as you enter the nostalgic, fun atmosphere of Shugie's. Get a gift for everyone!

CITY: Morris

Super 8 Motel - Pontiac

48 rooms. Some rooms have microwave and refrigerator. Truck parking available. Restaurants nearby.

CITY: Pontiac

Holiday Inn Express - Pontiac

54 rooms. Some rooms with jacuzzi available. Guest laundry. Handicap accessible.

CITY: Pontiac

Elliot's Corner Junction

Hot and cold sandwiches, fried chicken. Home of the famous "Bite-Me" burger.

CITY: Pontiac

Old Log Cabin

Open since 1926 and a fixture along America's "Mother Road," Route 66. Great food, nostalgic decor and superior service. Heritage travelers won't want to miss this one!

CITY: Pontiac

Pontiac Buffet

Classic American and Chinese foods.

CITY: Pontiac

Cafe Fontana

The menu offers a wide variety of salads, sandwiches, paninis, Neapolitan pizzas and pasta. Entrees include baby back ribs, Marsala boneless pork chops, potato crusted Icelandic cod, filet mignon and New York strip steak. Homemade soup is also served each day. Be sure to save room for our fresh made gelatos.

CITY: Pontiac

Pit Stop Family Cafe

A family style restaurant with an automotive theme. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

CITY: Pontiac

Country at Heart Antiques and Collectibles.

Country and primitive furniture, Victorian, oak and walnut furniture. Linens, vintage clothing, jewelry, pottery and porcelain.

CITY: Marseilles

Days Inn Morris

Business or Pleasure you will be treated to all the standard Days Inn extras that make your stay more enjoyable, like our FREE Daybreak Breakfast, refreshing SolTerre shower experience, free WI-FI in every room. Plus, if you are a Wyndham Rewards member, you will continue to receive Wyndham Rewards points for all eligible stays.

CITY: Morris

New China Inn Buffet

Classic Asian cooking, available for take-out or dine-in.

CITY: Pontiac

La Mex

Tasty Tex-Mex food with ample portions and friendly service.

CITY: Pontiac

Apple Tree Restaurant

Serving breakfast and lunch, Apple Tree offers a full menu of "down-home" cooking in a quaint and cozy atmosphere. Famous for their homemade pies.

CITY: Pontiac

Bernardi's II

One of the best Italian restaurants in Central Illinois. Famous for pasta, but also serves delicious fried chicken.

CITY: Pontiac

Budget Inn & Suites - Streator

Indoor heated pool, continental breakfast, hot tub suite, family suites with 3 queen beds. Children under 12 stay free. Free local calls. High Speed Internet.

CITY: Streator

The Country Mansion Restaurant

The original structure was built as a boarding house in 1891. It was purchased and moved to its present site in 1895. In 1977, the home was purchased by the Ohlendorfs, remodeled and opened as The Country Mansion. Eight or more need reservations.

CITY: Dwight

Gebbhard Woods State Park

Hikers, campers, picnickers, and canoeists frequent this 30-acre site, making it one of the state's most popular state parks. Fishing, boating and bird watching are also popular activities. This picturesque park is bordered on the south by the Illinois & Michigan Canal and to the north by Nettle Creek which gently flows along the perimeter and through the park adding to its natural beauty and abundance of wildlife. Stately old trees including walnut, oak, ash, maple, sycamore, hawthorn and cottonwood provide ample shade throughout the park. In the spring, trillium, bluebell, white trout lily, violets, wild ginger, phlox, toothwort and spring beauties are just a sample of the wildflowers that can be enjoyed by park visitors.

CITY: Morris

Wolf Creek Golf Club - Pontiac

This 18-hole championship course has a pro shop and is easily walkable, with a par 72 and 5,470-6,900 yards.

CITY: Pontiac

Wolf Creek Golf Club

The 18-hole course features 6,637 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72 . The course rating is 69.1 and it has a slope rating of 117. Wolf Creek golf course opened in 1972.

CITY: Pontiac

Newtown Farm

Country Cape Cod style home offering charm and hospitality overlooking six acres of horse pasture.

CITY: Wilmington

The Windmill

The Windmill was built in 1896 to supply water for the Oughton estate and grounds, which later became home of the Keeley Institute, an alcohol rehab center.

CITY: Dwight

Park Motel

24 Rooms, clean, courteous and quiet by the lake. Parking outside the rooms. AARP. High Speed Internet available.

CITY: Morris

Sandy Ford Sportsman Club

Private club with public events including trap, bow and cowboy shoots. NRA approved. Indoor competitions.

CITY: Streator

Mazonia State/Braidwood Fish and Wildlife Area

1,700 acres of grassland, brushy draws and shrubs on 2,801 acres. Hunting, fishing, picnicking and more.

CITY: Braceville

Indian Creek Golf and Country Club

This nine-hole course has challenging water hazards, a driving range, a lounge and a banquet room. The club is open April to November.

CITY: Fairbury

Bill's Antiques and Upholstering

A large selection of antique Victorian and oak furniture. A large selection of old lunch boxes and wooden telephones.

CITY: Pontiac

Pontiac Elks Country Club

This championship 18-hole course features a driving range and practice green, lounge and restaurant, plus an indoor pool.

CITY: Pontiac

Comfort Inn - Pontiac

58 rooms; indoor pool and hot tub; some suites with hot tub; deluxe continental breakfast

CITY: Pontiac

Super 8 Motel - Dwight

2 story motel, 30 rooms, some truck parking.

CITY: Dwight

Prairie Creek Library

The library was originally built in 1896 as a carriage house, and later transformed into a treatment and recreation building for the Keeley Institute, a well-known alcohol rehab center in the late 1800s.

CITY: Dwight

Sandy Ford Canoe Launch

Canoe launch site, and parking on Vermillion River. Land and water reserve.

CITY: Streator

Dwight Country Club

This 18-hole, par 71 course features mature greens.

CITY: Dwight

Left Field Grille

Home of Livingston County's Best Hamburger. Family friendly and free delivery.

CITY: Pontiac

Reardon Historic Mansion Bed And Breakfast

For a chance of a lifetime to visit this beautiful historic mansion bed & breakfast with furnishing mostly from 1800's. Better than visiting a museum!

CITY: Morris

Pontiac Elks Club

18 holes- open to public. This course features bent grass greens, fairways and tees. With a mix of mature trees throughout, there is also plenty of sand and water to challenge your shot making skills. A great test for all players with big, undulating greens, three par-3s of more than 200 yards and water on 12 of 18 holes. Also featured is a restaurant, with a lounge and banquet facilities, an all grass driving range, practice greens, full service Pro Shop, halfway house, pool and locker rooms. Tee times available daily. Golf and lung cards are accepted.

CITY: Pontiac

Springbrook Marina

Full-service marina. New and used boat sales, transient slips, fuel, restaurant. Open year-round.

CITY: Seneca

M.J. Hogan Grain Elevator and Visitor Center

The earliest remaining elevator along the canal that was fully operational during the canal's heyday. Built in 1862, the grain elevator allowed farmers to unload their grain locally instead of hauling it to the Chicago market by wagon.

CITY: Seneca

Lydia's Loft

Elegant lodging in downtown Pontiac. Full kitchen, living room, bedrooms. Lydia's Loft is a circa 1890's building that has been renovated from its original use as retail store to a beautiful 1600 square foot loft apartment. It features a second story view of the beautiful and historic downtown Pontiac IL. Entering Lydia’s Loft from the street level entrance located just behind the Route 66 Museum you will climb two stories into complete privacy and solitude. Your stay includes 1600 square feet of space, complete with two bedrooms; one king size bedroom and one queen size bedroom. You have two twin sofa sleepers also with which to accommodate your entire family.

CITY: Pontiac

Humiston Woods and Nature Center

A 335-acre wooded tract with 7 trails, 2 pavilions, 4 picnic areas, a fishing pond, a canoe dock, and includes 3 handicapped-accessible areas.

CITY: Pontiac

Fiesta Motel

53- room motel in Pontiac Illinois.

CITY: Pontiac

Trees and Trim

Cut your own scotch, white and red pine, douglas fir, Norway and blue spruce Christmas trees here.

CITY: Fairbury

Illini State Park

Attraction

CITY: Marseilles

William G. Stratton State Park

Although only 613 acres in size along the Illinois River, this state park is widely used by boaters and anglers of northeastern Illinois. Launching ramps with docks serve boaters from the Illinois River Bridge in Morris.

CITY: Morris

Streatorland Historical Society Museum

Displays include 19th-century clothing, music room, local artifacts, and many photographs depicting Streatorland history.

CITY: Streator

Wilmington Dam

Home to catfish, walleye, northern pike, bass, pan fish, picnic and recreation.

CITY: Wilmington

Renfrew Park

6-acre park donated to the village in 1891 by David McWilliams, the first banker and business person in the community. It is named after the Prince of Wales, Baron Renfrew, who visited the area while on a hunting expedition in 1860.

CITY: Dwight

Fairbury Downtown District

Fairbury's renovated downtown area features eateries, specialty shops, and consignment and antiques stores. There is also a vintage-style gazebo in the central park.

CITY: Fairbury

Hearts Desire

2,400 square ft of crafts, gifts and antiques.

CITY: Fairbury

Historical Society Museum/Alton Railroad Depot

The restored railroad depot, designed by Henry Ives Cobb, is now the home of the Dwight Historical Society and is still an operating Amtrak train station.

CITY: Dwight

Dominy Memorial Library

A resource to encourage education and to promote research, the library acts as a cultural center, housing 18,709 books. It is also home to large print books, audio books, newspapers, magazines, music cassettes, videos, bifocal kits, and art prints. Patrons have access to a fax machine, copy machine, microfilm printer-reader, genealogy materials, and the internet through two computers. The library offers a meeting room, outreach programs, children's programs, and a children's library.

CITY: Fairbury

Mar Theatre

The Mar Theatre opened for business on June 15th 1937, and today much of the original stage and decorative ceiling are intact. The lobby and ticket booth area are in the original configuration. Much of the original architectural hardware and lighting fixtures are still in use. The original auditorium comfortably seats 300 moviegoers and a new second auditorium accommodates 64 patrons. Outside the original marquee is still used to inform moviegoers of the current movies.

CITY: Wilmington

Fairbury Echoes Museum

This local museum features a Fairbury Room and exhibits that change periodically. Open Wednesday and Fridays, or by appointment.

CITY: Fairbury

Schulz Tree Farm

Cut your own scotch pine, white pine, Norway and blue spruce Christmas trees. Also visit the barn, where you'll find unique Christmas gifts and crafts, wreaths, swags and free cocoa.

CITY: Pontiac

Strevell-Lincoln House

Built in the 1850's, this home welcomed Abraham Lincoln in 1860. Among the many connections Pontiac has to Abraham Lincoln, one of the most interesting revolves around Lincoln's friendship with local attorney, Jason W. Strevell. Strevell was born in New York and migrated to Illinois in 1855. He was admitted to the Illinois bar that same year, and began his practice in Pontiac. He was involved in his legal practice here for twenty-four years. He served as a Republican in the Illinois House of Representatives, and also had one term as a Senator. He was a member of the electoral college that elected Hayes to the presidency, and was actively concerned in the first presidental election of William McKinley. The house is currently being restored by the Livingston County Historical Society.

CITY: Pontiac

Dargan Park Sculptures- "Seasons of Life"

25 feet tall, magnificent iron statues depicting the stages of man's life.

CITY: Pontiac

The Cliffs Insane Terrain Off Road Park

Come check out our park, it has many miles of trails, created for the beginner all the way to the advanced rider. We have wooded areas, fields, creeks, and yes, the Famous Mud Hole. (Ask park personnel where it is). Plans are in progress to create a rock climb and bog for those who want more challenges. Call ahead for hours and track conditions.

CITY: Marseilles

Grundy County Historical Society

Museum hours of operation are Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 AM to 3 PM. Call in advance for guided tours (48 hour notice). The museum has extensive Mazon Fossils, a replica of an early 1890 store, a replica of a 1900 living room as well as a 'tool shed' showing many of the early tools used by pioneers and early farmers. There are many other exhibits as well.

CITY: Morris

Kayak Morris

Less than 1 hour from Chicago. Providing unique rentals/guided tours/lessons and sandy beach camping. Kayaks, bikes and canoes on the Illinois River, Mazon River and I & M Canal/Towpath.

CITY: Morris

Heart's Desire Antiques & Accents

We offer a large selection of antiques, beautifully refinished Oak antique furniture, Amish-made furniture, and many other specially made goods.

CITY: Fairbury

Travis Wood Products

Museum-quality, historic Shaker reproduction furniture and accessories handcrafted by local artist. Showroom by appointment. Listed as one of the top 200 craftspeople in the United States by Early American Magazine.

CITY: Fairbury

Midewin Tall Grass Prairie

Largest open space in northeast Illinois.

CITY: Wilmington