Day Itinerary
8 Activities
Day 1
257 mi0.7 mi
The Center Of All Things Illinois
Springfield may seem like a place where lawmakers in suits make big decisions, but it's actually a city full of history that has help to share our entire country. This two-day route not only is a quick get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, but it provides some important background on the 16th President of the United States and his overall impact on history.
0.4 mi
5 min
07:305 min
Start of Route 66 Sign (Obsolete)
Landmark
Open Details
This legendary sign represents the start of one of America's most beloved highways, Route 66. Get your kicks now, because you're only going up from here!
98.8 mi
1 hr 40 min
09:401 hr
Route 66 Association of Illinois
Museum
Open Details
While Chicago bears (see what we did there?) the honor of starting Route 66, there are so many more interesting facts about the "Mother Road" that leads you west. Learn all about them here at the Route 66 Museum.
Open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM (Summer Hours). Admission is by donation only.
Route 66 Association website
Open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM (Summer Hours). Admission is by donation only.
Route 66 Association website
73 mi
1 hr 20 min
12:0010 min
World's Largest Railsplitter Covered Wagon
Landmark
Open Details
Illinois isn't called the Prairie Land for nothing! Stop off quickly and snap a picture with the world's largest covered wagon.
38 mi
40 min
12:501 hr
D'Arcy's Pint
Bar
Open Details
Known for its "horseshoes" (an open-faced sandwich of your choice piled high with french fries and drenched in cheese sauce), this Irish pub puts a twist on a number of American classics.
CLOSED ON SUNDAYS
CLOSED ON SUNDAYS
3.1 mi
10 min
14:002 hrs
Illinois State Capitol Building
Open Details
Alexa, play the "Hail to the Chief."
From standing on the steps of the Capitol Building to walking to President Lincoln's library or visiting the Illinois State Museum, this time is yours to explore what makes this state great.
Tickets to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum are required, and can be purchased here.
Admission to the Illinois State Museum is free, and it is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10am to 4pm.
If you are interested in taking a tour of the Illinois State Capitol Building, you must contact the Secretary of State Physical Services Department at 217-782-2099 or tshlyak@ilsos.gov (Tatyana Shlyak).
From standing on the steps of the Capitol Building to walking to President Lincoln's library or visiting the Illinois State Museum, this time is yours to explore what makes this state great.
Tickets to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum are required, and can be purchased here.
Admission to the Illinois State Museum is free, and it is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10am to 4pm.
If you are interested in taking a tour of the Illinois State Capitol Building, you must contact the Secretary of State Physical Services Department at 217-782-2099 or tshlyak@ilsos.gov (Tatyana Shlyak).
0.7 mi
15 min
16:1545 min
Old State Capitol State Historic Site
Landmark
Open Details
Walk to the old Capitol, the same place where Abraham Lincoln gave his famous "A house divided against itself cannot stand" speech.
Reservations required for your visit, you may make the reservation here.
Even if you can't get inside, the place is worth a visit - the incredible French Renaissance building is gorgeous.
Are you in the mood to keep walking around the city? Before you head back to the Illinois State Capitol Building, be sure to visit Lincoln Home and see where the president lived (even if you don't make it to the museum).
Reservations required for your visit, you may make the reservation here.
Even if you can't get inside, the place is worth a visit - the incredible French Renaissance building is gorgeous.
Are you in the mood to keep walking around the city? Before you head back to the Illinois State Capitol Building, be sure to visit Lincoln Home and see where the president lived (even if you don't make it to the museum).
38.8 mi
50 min
18:301 hr 30 min
TapRoot
Bar
Open Details
Giving a fresh take on American classics, this is a great place to grab dinner and drinks after a long day of traveling.
HOURS Wednesdays and Thursdays: 4 – 8pm Fridays and Saturdays: 4 – 8:30pm
HOURS Wednesdays and Thursdays: 4 – 8pm Fridays and Saturdays: 4 – 8:30pm
5.3 mi
15 min
20:3011 hrs 30 minHotels
Hampton Inn Decatur, Mt. Zion, IL
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Relax and snuggle into bed – you've got a big day of traveling ahead.