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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
on Jun 24
Map of Illinois highlighting a road trip route with a red car icon, labeled "Road Trip Inspiration: Illinois' Best Road Trips."
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This Incredible Flower Road Trip Through Illinois Is The Ultimate Spring Adventure

by Will Suphan
on Apr 17
Map highlighting a flower road trip route through Illinois, promoting a spring adventure.
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The Country’s Most Impressive Rest Stop Is Hiding Right Here In Illinois

by Andrea Verschuyl
on Apr 3
Aerial view of a lush green island surrounded by calm water, with trees and a winding path visible.
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Take A Beautiful Fall Foliage Road Trip To See Illinois Autumn Colors

by Laura
on Oct 5
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Take These 11 Country Roads In Illinois For A Gorgeous Scenic Drive

by Stephanie Andrews
on Aug 23
A winding brick road surrounded by fields and trees under a cloudy sky.

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

by Elizabeth Crozier
on Aug 3
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The Ultimate Pie Shop Road Trip In Illinois Is As Charming As It Is Sweet

by Melissa Mahoney
on Apr 26
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Take This Road Trip To Visit 7 Of The Best Donut Shops In Illinois

by Melissa Mahoney
on Mar 29
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The Most Delicious Illinois Road Trip Takes You To 7 Hole-In-The-Wall BBQ Restaurants

by Melissa Mahoney
on Feb 17
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This Natural Wonders Road Trip Will Show You Illinois Like You’ve Never Seen It Before

by Laura
on Feb 16
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Take A Day Trip To The Best Wine And Waterfalls In Illinois

by Elizabeth Crozier
on Feb 10
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Spend The Day Exploring Illinois’ Tallest Falls On This Wonderful Waterfall Road Trip

by Melissa Mahoney
on Feb 8
Map highlighting a road trip route to Burden Falls, Illinois' tallest waterfalls, with major cities marked.
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Here’s The Perfect Weekend Itinerary If You Love Exploring Illinois’s Waterfalls

by Amanda Glandon
on Feb 6
Map showing a route for a "Waterfall Weekend in Illinois," highlighting key locations and travel time.
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The Scenic Road Trip That Will Make You Fall In Love With The Beauty of Illinois All Over Again

by Melissa Mahoney
on Feb 4
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The Fairytale Road Trip That’ll Lead You To Some Of Illinois’ Most Magical Places

by Elizabeth Crozier
on Dec 6
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Take This Hidden Gems Road Trip When You Want To See Some Little-Known Places In Illinois

by Melissa Mahoney
on Nov 16
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The Christmas Lights Road Trip Through Illinois That’s Nothing Short Of Magical

by Stephanie Andrews
on Oct 19
Map of Illinois featuring a Christmas lights road trip route, marked with trees and a decorative title.
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The Christmas Lights Road Trip Around Chicago That’s Nothing Short Of Magical

by Elizabeth Crozier
on Oct 13
Map of a Christmas lights road trip in Chicago, featuring a tree graphic and key attractions along the route.
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5 Small Town Bake Shops In Illinois Worthy Of A Sweet Tooth’s Pilgrimage

by Lauren Budden
on Sep 9
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When And Where To Expect Illinois’ Fall Foliage To Peak This Year

by Melissa Mahoney
on Sep 9
A serene lake reflecting vibrant autumn trees in shades of orange, yellow, and red under a cloudy sky.