1 day
Chicago to Pontiac
City beginnings, Joliet limestone, roadside giants and mural country.
Chicago · Joliet · Wilmington · PontiacOpen official itinerary ↗Plan a trip
Choose your pace.
One, three or five days—pick a practical route, leave room for detours and confirm seasonal opening hours before you go.
3 days
The Illinois classic
A comfortable drive through Main Streets, museums, diners and Lincoln history.
Chicago · Pontiac · SpringfieldOpen official itinerary ↗5 days
Every glorious mile
The full Illinois experience, ending beside the Mississippi River.
Chicago · Bloomington-Normal · Springfield · Chain of RocksOpen official itinerary ↗