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A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
READ ON!Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
READ ON!When you're on a road trip, like traveling down Historic Route 66 - you'll get to experience some different and unique things. When it comes to where you sleep, sometimes, the familiar comforts are the best. When you stay at the Hampton Inn in Pontiac, you get all the comforts and conveniences of this national Hotel chain.
The location is just off of Interstate 55, not too far away from the amazing Route 66 downtown that Pontiac is known for. Check out the Illinois Route 66 Hall of Fame and Pontiac Oakland Automobile Museum, and get a great meal at Edinger's Filling Station.
Some of the great benefits of staying at the Hampton Inn - Pontiac include: free hot breakfast buffet (6-10am), fitness center, indoor heated pool, business center, and 24-hour TREATS shop.
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