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Illinois Road Trip Ideas: 11 Best Road Trips + Itinerary

Explore various road trip ideas in Illinois, from one-day trips to seasonal adventures.

by Melissa Mahoney

Map of Illinois highlighting a road trip route with a red car icon, labeled "Road Trip Inspiration: Illinois' Best Road Trips."

This Incredible Flower Road Trip Through Illinois Is The Ultimate Spring Adventure

Map highlighting a flower road trip route through Illinois, promoting a spring adventure.

The Country’s Most Impressive Rest Stop Is Hiding Right Here In Illinois

by Andrea Verschuyl

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Take A Beautiful Fall Foliage Road Trip To See Illinois Autumn Colors

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Take These 11 Country Roads In Illinois For A Gorgeous Scenic Drive

by Stephanie Andrews

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Take A 2-Hour Drive Through Illinois To See This Year’s Beautiful Fall Colors

A scenic fall drive in Illinois covers four outdoor attractions in a 77-mile journey.

by Elizabeth Crozier

The Ultimate Pie Shop Road Trip In Illinois Is As Charming As It Is Sweet

Embark on a 185-mile road trip to visit the best pie shops in Illinois.

by Melissa Mahoney

Take This Road Trip To Visit 7 Of The Best Donut Shops In Illinois

A donut road trip through Illinois highlights some of the best donut shops in the state.

by Melissa Mahoney

The Most Delicious Illinois Road Trip Takes You To 7 Hole-In-The-Wall BBQ Restaurants

Discover seven hole-in-the-wall BBQ joints in central Illinois through a customizable road trip.

by Melissa Mahoney

This Natural Wonders Road Trip Will Show You Illinois Like You’ve Never Seen It Before

Explore 10 breathtaking natural wonders in Illinois on an unforgettable road trip.

Take A Day Trip To The Best Wine And Waterfalls In Illinois

Combine a visit to Illinois wineries with scenic waterfall hikes for an adventurous day trip.

by Elizabeth Crozier

Spend The Day Exploring Illinois’ Tallest Falls On This Wonderful Waterfall Road Trip

Discover a scenic road trip to the tallest waterfalls in Illinois, featuring several impressive falls within Starved Rock State Park and Shawnee National Forest.

by Melissa Mahoney

Map highlighting a road trip route to Burden Falls, Illinois' tallest waterfalls, with major cities marked.

Here’s The Perfect Weekend Itinerary If You Love Exploring Illinois’s Waterfalls

A three-day road trip in Illinois features beautiful and often-overlooked waterfalls and fall-themed spots.

by Amanda Glandon

Map showing a route for a "Waterfall Weekend in Illinois," highlighting key locations and travel time.

The Scenic Road Trip That Will Make You Fall In Love With The Beauty of Illinois All Over Again

Discover some of the most beautiful places in Illinois on a scenic road trip that highlights the state's natural and historic wonders.

by Melissa Mahoney

The Fairytale Road Trip That’ll Lead You To Some Of Illinois’ Most Magical Places

Embark on a magical road trip through Illinois to visit enchanting castles and gardens that evoke a fairytale experience.

by Elizabeth Crozier