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Plan On Endless Possibility In Illinois.

Ever notice how the best part of anything is right in the middle? Come see for yourself in Illinois, where you can hit the trails in breathtaking state parks. Experience the classic Americana of Route 66. And even kayak through a glistening canyon of skyscrapers. It’s all right here in the Middle of Everything.

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Fresh Itineraries

Find just what you’re looking for, and a little more, in Illinois.

Sticks on 66

It’s not all classic diners and roadside giants. Route 66 is also home to some of the most scenic and challenging golf courses in the Midwest.

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Best of Springfield

Dive into family fun, outdoor adventure, historic Lincoln sites, and a can’t-miss arts and culture scene in the heart of Illinois.

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Chicago Sports Itinerary

Chicagoland is a world-renowned sports hub, but beyond the major leagues there’s even more action for every fan of every game.

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Zero Emissions on the Great River Road

Where the Mississippi River converges with beautiful landscapes and charming riverfront towns lies the Great River Road.

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Get Inspired

Discover all the insider trip tips and itineraries you could ask for in this biannual travel guide that explores every corner of the state. Travel stories. Stunning photography. And perfectly timed adventures for every season of the year.

Spring Break Starts Here

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Ready to discover the perfect spring break adventure? Head out on a road trip, go big in the big city, or explore the natural wonders waiting all around state. All the ideas are right here, so all you have to do is get there.

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Tiptoe Through Tulips in Illinois

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Spring bursts onto the scene when thousands of bulbs bloom. Celebrate the colorful tulips at farm festivals, Chicago-area conservatories, gardens and arboretums, city parks and more.

Spring Festivals & Events

Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Festival

America’s most iconic motorway is turning 100, and small towns from Joliet to Towanda will roll out the red carpet for this two-day celebration of classic Route 66 nostalgia.

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Chicago Latino Film Festival

The best of Latin American, Spanish and Portuguese film meet in Chicago for the largest, most comprehensive, and best Latino film festival in the United States.

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The Champion of Trees 10K

Get your heart rate up as you help raise funds for The Morton Arboretum. This can’t-miss 10k takes you through waking woodlands, prairies, and stunning collections of global trees.

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Old Capitol Art Fair

Meander through open-air galleries, check out the children’s tent where the kiddos can make their very first acquisitions, and move to the live music on the grounds of the Old State Capitol.

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Eckert’s Strawberry Festival

Savor the sweet taste of strawberry season with fresh berries, shortcakes, creamy milkshakes, live music, wagon rides, and so much more family fun.

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Tour de Tunnel Bike Ride

See amazing sights, old railroad trestles, and even a 500+ foot train tunnel you can ride through on the 20 and 40-mile routes while biking the Tunnel Hill State Trail.

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