ILIllinois Travel & Attractions

Top attractions

Chicago skyline, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, Springfield (Lincoln sites), Starved Rock.

Best time to visit

Spring and summer (May to September) are most popular due to milder weather. Winter is for skiing enthusiasts.

Getting around

Illinois is moderately sized — a week is enough to see the main highlights. Major airports serve Chicago and Springfield.

Route 66

Illinois is on the historic Route 66 — the "Mother Road" that runs from Chicago to LA. Several preserved stretches and roadside attractions remain.

Quick travel facts

• Time zone: Central
• Region: Midwest
• Capital: Springfield
• Largest city: Chicago

Bordering states

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