Rip and Shred! Illinois' Best Skate Parks

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Chillicothe Skatepark, Chillicothe, IL

Chillicothe Skatepark is a relatively new skate park that’s open year-round, seven days a week. This skate park includes a super mission, grind box, sloped manual pad, grind rails, and more.…

Chillicothe Skatepark is a relatively new skate park that’s open year-round, seven days a…

Illinois' Best Gelato

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All Chocolate Kitchen, Geneva, IL

All Chocolate Kitchen is an intimate, sophisticated restaurant serving up authentic, homemade gelato using fresh, local ingredients and the finest ingredients imported from Italy. They make their…

All Chocolate Kitchen is an intimate, sophisticated restaurant serving up authentic, homemade…

Cold and Creamy: Illinois' Best Milkshakes

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Lim's Ice Cream Shoppe, Galesburg, IL

Known for their 44 ice cream flavors, Lim’s Ice Cream Shoppe has been serving delicious treats since 1988. Patrons drive for miles to grab their favorite flavors and experience the friendly…

Known for their 44 ice cream flavors, Lim’s Ice Cream Shoppe has been serving delicious…

Best Comedy Spots in Illinois

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Jukebox Comedy Club, Peoria, IL

Jukebox is known to feature recognizable names on a regular basis, so you’re sure to catch a local favorite, up-and-comer, or even a famous headliner. They often get better acts here than the…

Jukebox is known to feature recognizable names on a regular basis, so you’re sure to catch a…

The Perfect Cut: 10 Best Steakhouses in Illinois

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Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse, Downers Grove, IL

Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse is nothing short of an all-you-can-eat meat extravaganza. Although on the pricy side, this steakhouse offers a wide selection of meats brought directly to…

Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse is nothing short of an all-you-can-eat meat extravaganza.…

15 Perfect Illinois Getaways

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The Spirit of Peoria Cruise, Peoria, IL

If you enjoy relaxing on the river, The Spirit of Peoria Cruise is worth checking out. This paddleboat cruise getaway offers onboard entertainment, fresh dining on the boat, and plenty of beauty…

If you enjoy relaxing on the river, The Spirit of Peoria Cruise is worth checking out. This…

All Chocolate Kitchen, Geneva, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Places for Gelato in Illinois!

All Chocolate Kitchen is an intimate, sophisticated restaurant serving up authentic, homemade gelato using fresh, local ingredients and the finest ingredients imported from Italy. They make their… Read More

Lim's Ice Cream Shoppe, Galesburg, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Places for Milkshakes in Illinois!

Known for their 44 ice cream flavors, Lim’s Ice Cream Shoppe has been serving delicious treats since 1988. Patrons drive for miles to grab their favorite flavors and experience the friendly… Read More

Jukebox Comedy Club, Peoria, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Comedy Spots in Illinois!

Jukebox is known to feature recognizable names on a regular basis, so you’re sure to catch a local favorite, up-and-comer, or even a famous headliner. They often get better acts here than the… Read More

Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse, Downers Grove, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Steakhouses in Illinois!

Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse is nothing short of an all-you-can-eat meat extravaganza. Although on the pricy side, this steakhouse offers a wide selection of meats brought directly to… Read More

The Spirit of Peoria Cruise, Peoria, IL

Featured in 15 Perfect Illinois Getaways!

If you enjoy relaxing on the river, The Spirit of Peoria Cruise is worth checking out. This paddleboat cruise getaway offers onboard entertainment, fresh dining on the boat, and plenty of beauty… Read More

Mississippi Palisades State Park, Savanna, IL

Featured in The 15 Best Picnic Spots in Illinois!

The Mississippi Palisades State Park is known for its limestone caves, intriguing rock formations, and steep cliffs. Visitors can utilize the many picnic tables and six shelters, three of which can… Read More

Kimmer’s Ice Cream, Wheaton, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Ice Cream Parlors in Illinois!

Known for their gourmet ice creams and classic flavors, Kimmer’s Ice Cream is a local favorite. They offer the traditional ice cream flavors in addition to many specialty flavors like red… Read More

R & M Cyclery, Springfield, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Bike Shops in Illinois!

For family-friendly service and sales, check out R & M Cyclery in Springfield. Their staff is very knowledgeable on bike parts and repairs, but won’t make you feel stupid about asking… Read More

Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream, Geneva, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Candy Shops in Illinois!

Graham’s opened in 1987 with the goal of providing homemade, hand-dipped chocolates. Located in historic downtown Geneva, this family-run business offers a variety of delicious delicacies such… Read More

Lakeview Nature Center

10050 North 1500th Road, Macomb, IL

The mission of Lakeview Nature Area is to promote stewardship and conservation of the environment through experiential education. Adjacent to Sprin... Read More

Great River Road

581 South Deere Road, Macomb, IL

There is a place located in the heart of America, sometimes referred to as The Heart of America. It represents four centuries of history and herita... Read More

Museum of Geology

1st Floor Tillman Hall, Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL

Founded in 1975, the Museum of Geology is an arm of Western Illinois University's Department of Geology. Originally conceived as a learning resourc... Read More

Carl Sandburg Historic Site

313 East Third Street, Galesburg, IL

The Carl Sandburg Historic Site is supported by the State of Illinois and the nonprofit Carl Sandburg Historic Site Association. The Association sp... Read More

The Orpheum Theatre

57 South Kellogg Street, Galesburg, IL

Mission:To ensure Galesburg's historic Orpheum Theatre is authentically restored and maintained through general community support and private fundi... Read More

Galesburg Historical Society Chocolate Festival

156 East on the corner of Main and Prairie Street, Galesburg, IL

Annual festival featuring homemade and commercially made chocolate treats. It is an endless buffet of tortes, cakes, pies, cookies, candies, bevera... Read More

Galesburg Railroad Museum

211 South Seminary Street, Galesburg, IL

History: The Galesburg Railroad Museum is a not for profit corporation established to promote the research, exploration and discovery of the histo... Read More

Discovery Depot Children's Museum

128 South Chambers Street, Galesburg, IL

The Discovery Depot museum provides an engaging atmosphere in which children and families explore, learn, and have fun together. Since 1999, we hav... Read More

Nauvoo-Carthage Jail

310 Buchanan, Carthage, IL

Visit the restored Carthage Jail, where the Prophet Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum were martyred. You can also tour the visitors’ center ... Read More

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