Holidays to Illinois

Why Illinois?

Nicknamed ‘the Prairie State’ it’s famed for its farmland, forests and rolling hills. But there are many other wonderful attributes to this state. For beach lovers, there is a choice of award winning beaches along the stunning Lake Michigan and the city of Chicago has museums, Millennium Park, a host towers to admire and an amazing food scene, including it's famed deep dish pizzas.

Popular areas to stay in Illinois

Stuck on where to go? Check out the best resorts and towns to base your holiday

Chicago

One of the USA's major cities, Chicago is steeped in a culture which is at once unique, and also indicative of the well-known American way of life.

Who is it for?

Foodies

Known as the Windy City, it's also home to the world famous deep dish pizza.

Culture Vultures

Venues like the Museum of Science and Industry are revered.

Room price from

£22

per person per night

Springfield

Former home and final resting place of Abraham Lincoln, Springfield is the unassuming capital of Illinois. Many of its modern day cultural attractions revolve around its affinity with its most famous adopted son - the Lincoln Tomb and Memorial Garden are regarded as genuine national treasures throughout the States.

Who is it for?

Families

A textbook introduction to American history for the little ones, who'll also enjoy the parklands.

Culture Vultures

Spingfield has more than its share of historical landmarks and museums.

Westmont

Located in DuPage County, Elmhurst is a small city west of Chicago which offers a great base for those exploring the Windy City, while providing several attractions of its own.