Illinois Attractions

My family and I try to go to a zoo every year. Whether it's in Missouri or Illinois, but in figuring out which one to visit this summer I found one Illinois zoo that has more than just animals...it also has ghosts.

Dating back to the year 1699, this church holds the title of being one of the oldest continuously operating parishes in the United States.

Hidden in the southern part of Illinois is a very impression rest stop like you've never seen before. Set around Rend Lake, it's a place where if you're on a road trip you have to see to believe.

Who doesn't love just walking in a city and seeing the sights of the city or town you are in? Well, several cities in Illinois are considered some of the best walkable places in the state, and Chicago is not number one.

Illinois doesn't always have the best reputation, but the state itself has so much to offer, and that is why it ranks in the top 20 of the most visited states.

Eating is fun! Who doesn't love to eat everything on-site at a festival, fair, or on vacation? USA Today released the top 10 food festivals in the nation and an Illinois festival made the list.

We always talk about the bigger cities in the Show-Me State and Land of Lincoln, but several small towns need to get some love too.

I am always looking for unique and fun places to stay and get away. I think I have found the perfect one for me, and you if you love music and vinyl records.

Experts have claimed that they once again have found the best diner in the Land of Lincoln. While I admire their results, I am always a little biased when it comes to the best of the best in an entire state.

Believe it or not, the Land of Lincoln is home to some seriously stunning waterfalls that'll make you double-take.