40 days in Illinois Itinerary

Rockford is the third largest city in the U.S. state of Illinois, the 171st most populous city in the United States, the largest city in Illinois outside of the Chicago metropolitan area, and the city of the 148th most populous metropolitan area in the United States. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Rockford: Oscar Taylor Home (in Freeport), Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. (in DeKalb) and McHenry County Historical Society (in Union). There's still lots to do: have fun and explore at Discovery Center Museum, do a tasting at Prairie States Winery, see the interesting displays at Barnacopia, and admire the natural beauty at Sinnissippi Park.

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Phnom Penh, Cambodia to Rockford is an approximately 26-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone changes from Indochina Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a -13 hour difference. In January, Rockford is cooler than Phnom Penh - with highs of -1°C and lows of -12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Galena.

Galena is the largest city in and the county seat of Jo Daviess County, Illinois, with a population of 3,429 at the 2010 census. Explore Galena's surroundings by going to Stockton Heritage Museum (in Stockton), Lena Brewing Company (in Lena) and Timber Lake Playhouse (in Mount Carroll). Next up on the itinerary: brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Blaum Bros. Distilling Co., relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, don't miss a visit to Galena Veterans Memorial Park, and get a taste of the local shopping with Galena Center for the Arts.

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Traveling by car from Rockford to Galena takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Galena can reach -3°C, while at night they dip to -14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) so you can go by car to Rock Island.

Rock Island is a city in and the county seat of Rock Island County, Illinois, United States. Start off your visit on the 31st (Tue): stop by John Deere Store, appreciate the history behind Atomic Cannon, then see the interesting displays at Rock Island Arsenal Museum, and finally hit the slopes at Ski Snowstar. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Wed): get a new perspective on nature at Fryxell Geology Museum, see the interesting displays at The Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, then examine the collection at Hauberg Museum, and finally try to win big at Jumer's Casino Rock Island.

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Traveling by car from Galena to Rock Island takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Rock Island are 0°C, while nighttime lows are -11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can go by car to Peoria.

Venture out of the city with trips to Children's Discovery Museum (in Normal), Nauvoo (Historic Nauvoo & Press House Winery) and McLean County Museum of History (in Bloomington).

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Traveling by car from Rock Island to Peoria takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 3°C in February, and nighttime lows around -8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can drive to Collinsville.

Collinsville is a city located mainly in Madison County, and partially in St. Change things up with these side-trips from Collinsville: Excel Bottling Company (in Breese), Alton (National Great Rivers Museum, Beall Mansion Tour, &more) and Annbriar Golf Course (in Waterloo). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, surround yourself with nature on Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Mastermind Vodka, and catch a live event at Rent One Park.

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Getting from Peoria to Collinsville by car takes about 2.5 hours. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Peoria in February, with highs in Collinsville at 8°C and lows at -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Thu) so you can drive to Springfield.

Springfield is the capital of Illinois, but its real significance is as the hometown of Abraham Lincoln.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Springfield: Atlanta (Atlanta Public Library & Memories: Route 66 Museum), Petersburg (Hand of Fate Brewing Company & Lincolns New Salem State Park) and Mount Pulaski Courthouse State Historic Site (in Mount Pulaski). There's still lots to do: get engrossed in the history at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, let the kids burn off some steam at Ergadoozy Creative Play Center, contemplate the long history of Dana-Thomas House, and pause for some photo ops at Illinois Korean War Memorial.

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Getting from Collinsville to Springfield by car takes about 1.5 hours. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Collinsville in February; daily highs in Springfield reach 5°C and lows reach -7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Champaign.

Champaign is a city in Champaign County, Illinois, United States. Venture out of the city with trips to Country Cheese and More (in Arthur), Tuscan Hills Winery (in Effingham) and The Vault Art Gallery (in Tuscola). Next up on the itinerary: shop like a local with Larry Kanfer Photography, take a peaceful walk through Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, admire the masterpieces at Krannert Art Museum, and examine the collection at Museum of the Grand Prairie.

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Drive from Springfield to Champaign in 1.5 hours. In February, daytime highs in Champaign are 3°C, while nighttime lows are -8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to drive to Ottawa.

Ottawa is a city located at the confluence of the navigable Illinois River and Fox River in LaSalle County, Illinois, United States. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Ottawa: Princeton (Bureau County Soldiers and Sailors Monument, Lovejoy Homestead, &more), Pontiac (IL Route 66 Association Hall of Fame & Museum, Museum of the Gilding Arts, &more) and True North: The Warehouse (in Morris). There's much more to do: indulge in some personalized pampering at SaltTreeYoga, get engrossed in the history at Hegeler Carus Mansion, examine the collection at Ottawa Historical and Scouting Heritage Museum, and stroll through Weber House and Garden.

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Traveling by car from Champaign to Ottawa takes 2 hours. In February in Ottawa, expect temperatures between 1°C during the day and -10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Chicago.

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

Chicago is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, engage your brain at Museum of Science and Industry, take a stroll through The Magnificent Mile, and get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Shedd Aquarium.

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Getting from Ottawa to Chicago by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. February in Chicago sees daily highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C at night. On the 28th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.