Route 66 stops in Illinois

Historic gas station with restored 1930s architecture.

170-ft water tower shaped like a ketchup bottle — iconic photo stop.

Historic log chapel reflecting Route 66’s frontier roots.

Downtown pub with craft beer, Irish fare, and live music.

Famous Route 66 station with museum-like displays.

Longtime local pizza spot along the Route.

Interactive Route 66 exhibit at the state fairgrounds.

Immersive museum chronicling the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln.

Boutique hotel near the Capitol offering historic vibes and modern comforts.

Route 66-themed hotel with memorabilia and event space.

Birthplace of the Cozy Dog corn dog, a Route 66 icon.

Dedicated to giant statues of American roadside culture.

Series of colorful murals depicting Route 66 scenes and local heritage.

Memorial honoring the historic Pig Hip Restaurant.

Local artisan gallery featuring crafts and goods.

Restored courthouse from Lincoln’s circuit days.

Historic-looking structure and local favorite stop.

Iconic barn painted with Meramec Caverns ad.

Frank Lloyd Wright–designed home with original furnishings.

1857 Gothic-style church open for tours.

Historic grain elevator museum in Atlanta.

Restored historic movie theater in downtown Normal.

Museum housed in an old rail boxcar with unique displays.

Historic open-air cinema still in operation on Route 66.

Historic limestone jail used from 1869 to 1988.

Welcome sign marking entry into McCook’s Route 66 corridor.

Restored 1932 filling station — one of the most-photographed on Route 66.

National cemetery honoring U.S. veterans.

Ornate 1920s theater known for its architecture and performances.

The western terminus marker for Route 66 in downtown Chicago.

Classic 1950s-style drive-in with kitschy Route 66 statues.

Historic bar and grill known for its neon sign and Route 66 past.

Fried chicken institution and Route 66 staple since 1946.

Tiny historic jail from the early 1900s — quirky and popular roadside photo stop.

Vintage cinema with small-town charm still in operation.

Monument marking Lincoln’s famous watermelon christening.

Notorious historic curve once considered dangerous on Route 66.

Historic hotel structure with 19th-century roots.

Preserves and showcases Illinois' rock music history.

Former penitentiary turned attraction.

City history museum with interactive Route 66 exhibits.

24-hour classic diner with hearty meals and Route 66 vibes.

Local hot dog joint serving Chicago-style dogs and casual bites.

Cozy restaurant known for homestyle meals and a local feel.

Historic depot reflecting railroad and Route 66 era.

Train-themed gift shop on the historic route.

Museum dedicated to coal mining heritage with exhibits and tools.

One of the best-preserved Texaco stations on Route 66.

Iconic skyscraper and major Chicago landmark.

Classic drive-in burger and hot dog joint operating since the 1950s.

Interactive video sculpture in Millennium Park featuring faces of Chicagoans and water features.

Historic truss bridge crossing the Des Plaines River — photo-worthy stop.

One of the largest aggregate quarries in the U.S.

Historic treatment center known for pioneering addiction methods.

One of the most iconic Muffler Men statues on Route 66.

Iconic public park home to Cloud Gate, outdoor art, and performances.

Grand fountain centerpiece of Chicago’s Grant Park.

Forest preserve museum focusing on fur trade and Native American heritage.

A classic Route 66 diner serving breakfast since 1923.

Historic Chicago German-American restaurant operating since 1898.