Chicago, Illinois is the third most populous city in the United States. Each year, an additional 50 million tourists from all over the country visit the city of Chicago, and then are joined by another 1.3 million tourists from all over the world, making Chicago one of the planet’s most popular cities. Tourists visiting enjoy the upscale shopping, the long-standing theater tradition, the wealth of music of all styles, including world-class blues, jazz, gospel, soul and house. The fine dining and Chicago cuisine are world-renowned, the nightlife never quits, there are museums for art, science, natural history and more. And Chicago is also home to major sports teams, their historic arenas, and sporting events. The city’s history is quite rich: you will never run out of fun Illinois tourist attractions to visit while vacationing in Chicago.

While you’re on your Illinois getaway, get out of the big city for awhile, and take a tour of the log cabin life that Abraham Lincoln lived long ago, and touch a piece of history in New Salem, Illinois. Tour the Illinois remains of the Underground Railroad near Jacksonville. Take a drive to I-57 and I-70, and on the horizon, from miles away, the 198 foot “Cross at the Crossroads” can be seen as the largest of its kind in the world. Scope out the 7,000 year-old Koster Site, and learn about Illinois’ early inhabitants and it’s native American roots from one of the oldest archaeological digs. Then head back to the city of Chicago, one more time, where not only does all the world want to fly in, but from where you can chose any National or International destination with ease.

Illinois history dates back so far, there’s too much to tell the history buff who wants to know more about the Native American inhabitants from thousands of years ago, to the changes of the last few centuries, and the gateways that were opened up by modern, industrialized people in this major world hub of interest, access, culture and community. But we can be your tour guide!

Your quest for the perfect Illinois vacation getaway ends here. Let your adventure begin!