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Insiders’ Guide to Historic Nauvoo
More than 10,000 Mormons called Nauvoo home until 1844, when persecution arose again, spurring their migration to Utah. Today’s living-history sites bring the Mormon era to...
Planes, Trains & Automobiles - Chicago Southland's Transportation Significance
Written by Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors BureauThe Chicago Southland is easily accessible by air, rail or expressway, but the experience doesn’t stop with the journey. The...
Explore Illinois via The Historic National Road
Join ILLINOISouth Tourism’s Pat White on this personal tour of the Historic National Road.Taking the Historic National Road through Illinois is a trip that will take...
Illinois Governor’s Mansion: A History of the People’s House
Just a quick ten-minute walk from the State Capitol Building in Springfield, you’ll find one of Illinois’ most remarkable historic buildings, the magnificent Illinois Governor’s Mansion.Built...
See the best of the state with sightseeing tours in Illinois, from famous landmarks to historic buildings. Take advantage of guided tours, boat tours and trolley...
On virtually any street corner in Chicago, you’re surrounded by the inspiration of world-renowned architects playing out in brick, cement, glass and steel. The city’s skyline...
Seven Natural Wonders of Northwest Illinois
Nature, history, and luxury all seem to coalesce whenever we're in Galena. Long renowned for its status as a rural retreat for Chicagoland travelers, the small town...
Exploring Illinois' 7 Scenic Byways
Here in Illinois, it’s not always about where you go… it’s about how you get there. And with seven distinct scenic and historic byways to choose...
Find a Romantic Illinois Getaway
Illinois is home to millions of love stories. All over the state, you can escape the everyday with your special someone and enjoy the magic and...
Cozy Up to an Illinois Winter Getaway
Illinois has been around for over 200 years as a state, and one can’t help but think: that’s a lot of Illinois winters. It’s true: the...
New attractions in the Galena Territory. Enjoy spectacular views of Northwest Illinois on this 2 1/2 hour guided canopy tour. Ride 6 ziplines, cross a suspended...
More than a dozen large, welded steel sculptures are scattered throughout two acres in a beautiful, natural setting. Sculptures include two 40-foot towers, contemplative artworks, a...
Water lovers log mile after magnificent nautical mile in IllinoisOur water shoes hardly have time to dry in the summer. Once May rolls around, our otherwise unsuspecting city...
10 Ways to Celebrate Illinois Life in Springfield
Springfield is central to Illinois in many senses: location, history, and influence. It’s been the state capital for nearly 180 years. And it’s home to more...
A Day's Adventure in Mt. Vernon
At the crossroads of Interstate 57 and 64 lies a city central to Southern Illinois. Less than 100 miles from St. Louis, MO, Paducah, KY, and...
With its harmonious blend of contrasts, DuPage County is a fascinating glimpse of America's heartland at its best. The heart and soul of DuPage lives throughout...
Step Back in Time in Jacksonville
By Gwenn Eyer, innkeeper at Jacksonville's Blessings on State Bed and BreakfastJacksonville is a historic town of 20,000 located outside Chicago. I mean, waaaay outside Chicago. Some...
Wrigley Field Tours: Seeing Cubs History Up Close
When it comes to Chicago landmarks, perhaps none is so loved as Wrigley Field. Step inside this historic stadium on a Wrigley Field Tour and learn...
11 Must-See Chicago Skyscrapers
Chicago is one of the world’s great architectural destinations. Walk along any downtown street and you’ll see example after example of superb design, from neo-gothic, to...
What to Do on a Day in Chicago
Chicago is one of the world’s great cities. That means finding things there for one day is both easy and a challenge. Easy, because there’s so...
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