Top Places to Visit in Illinois

The Sears Tower–One of the most recognizable buildings in Chicago, the Sears Tower offers some amazing views.  On a clear day, you can easily view the Great Plains of Illinois and Indiana, Wisconsin and Michigan from this awesome architectural landmark.
Art Institute of Chicago–If you are a fan of the great art masters, you will want to visit the Art Institute of Chicago. Some of the more famous artists that are featured here include Renoir, Monet, Gauguin, Picasso, Turner, Caravaggio, Tiepolo, Murillo and more. With more than 5,000 works featured here, the museum is sure to please the art aficionado in you.
Wrigley Field–Even if you are not a baseball fan, going to Wrigley Field on a nice summer day is a perfect way to enjoy yourself. If you get hungry, help yourself to the amazing snacks that are available from the nearby food vendors.
Shawnee National Forest–Take a break from city life and discover the natural beauty of the Shawnee National Forest. Situated between the Ohio and Mississippi rivers, this 280,000-acre forest represents five unique ecosystems. These ecosystems include: rivers, prairie wetlands, small canyons, lakes and hardwood forests. The area is very picturesque, so be sure to bring your camera.
Le-Aqua-Na State Park–If camping is more your style, you should definitely check out Le-Aqua-Na State Park. In addition to camping, you can also sail, boat, fish or even go crabbing if you so wish on the pristine Lake Le-Aqua-Na. The 40-acre, man-made lake also offers a small beach, perfect if you have children or just want to relax after a fun day of boating.