Did you know Illinois is home to 300-miles of Route 66? “The Mother Road” is dotted with cute small towns, classic diners, roadside curiosities, museums and is full of history. Starting in the heart of Chicago, this route will teach you about Illinois’ past while experiencing Illinois’ present.

Built in 1926, the Illinois portion of route 66 has quite a few attractions for travelers and nostalgia seekers alike:

Chicago:

Lou Mitchell’s

Joliet:

Old Joliet Prison

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Pontiac:

Route 66 Hall of Fame & Museum

Oakland Automobile Museum

Lincoln:

World’s Largest Covered Wagon

Springfield:

Illinois State Capitol

American Presidential Museum

Lincoln’s Tomb

Route 66 Motorheads

Litchfield:

Litchfield Museum

Livingston:

Pink Elephant Antique Mall

Collinsville:

World’s Largest Catsup Bottle

And so much more! Start your Route 66 adventure today!