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The Art Institute of Chicago
, Chicago
Developed from a free art school and gallery started in the 1860s, The Art Institute of Chicago now holds a permanent collection of more than

Field Museum
, Chicago
Field Museum contains permanent exhibits that range from the earliest fossils to present cultures around the world. Attracting nearly 2 milli

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
, Springfield
Pay tribute to one of the nation’s most iconic leaders at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. One of the most-visited presidenti

Oriental Institute Museum
, Chicago
Oriental Institute Museum presents its collection of artifacts from the ancient Middle East to the public on the University of Chicago's camp

Cantigny Park
, Wheaton
Explore the grounds of Colonel Robert McCormick's 12 hectare (30 acre) estate at Cantigny Park. Upon his death in 1955, the World War I veter
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BEST FOR: Observation Deck, Art Museum, Park
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BEST FOR: History Museum, Historic Site, Landmark
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BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, Military Museum, Landmark
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BEST FOR: Military Museum, Zoo, Movie Theater
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BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, Antique Store
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The most populous state in the country's Midwest region, Illinois features a diverse landscape that includes both the enormous urban sprawl of Chicago and flat central plains, devoted almost entirely to farmland. With a great selection of things to do, Chicago is the state's centerpiece, featuring world-famous architecture and renowned museums. Farther away from this giant urban center, you can explore historical landmarks dedicated to local heroes Abraham Lincoln and Ernest Hemingway. The state also includes a prehistoric Native American site, one of only 20 World Heritage Sites in the United States, a unique feature well-worth adding to your itinerary. Use our United States road trip website to arrange the details of your trip to Illinois and other destinations.