Find Your Real Getaway in NW Illinois

Find YourReal Getawayin NW Illinois

Escape to NW Illinois

100 miles west of Chicago lie the rolling hills, old growth forests and the pristine rivers in Northwest Illinois. With its quaint cabins and darling bed & breakfasts, it’s the perfect weekend getaway in Illinois. Every mile is steeped in history, surrounded by outdoor beauty and dotted with charming villages.

Get Here

Your real getaway is closer than you think.

  • 100 miles from Chicago
  • 112 miles from Milwaukee
  • 91 miles from Madison
  • 90 miles from Cedar Rapids
  • 281 miles from St. Louis

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Trip Ideas

Visit the Festivals & Fairs of NW Illinois

Summer in Northwest Illinois is a time for celebration, community, and a whole lot of fun. Our four-county region—Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside Counties—comes alive with vibrant festivals and county fairs that offer something for everyone.

Your next adventure awaits

Whether you’re seeking a day trip or a week-long adventure, discover a region rich in history from a treasure trove of museums to monuments and historic sites. Travel the original Lincoln Highway. Visit our restored prairies, and meet a bison or two. Jump out of a perfectly good airplane. It’s all here…in northwest Illinois.

UpcomingEvents

02 Nov
Fall Events
02 Nov
Live Music

Corky Siegel in Concert

The Next Picture Show Community Fine Art Center
03 Nov
Fall Events
09 Nov

Twin City Farmers Market

Twin City Farmers Market
16 Nov

Twin City Farmers Market

Twin City Farmers Market
22 Nov
Christmas Events
23 Nov

Twin City Farmers Market

Twin City Farmers Market
23 Nov
Christmas Events

Hometown Holidays Grinch Dodgeball

Rock Falls Middle School

GetInspired

TGIF!! If you're near #DixonIL tonight, be sure to stop in at The Next Picture Show Community Arts Center for its 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡  of two exhibitions--𝗔𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 and 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘃𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗽𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 exhibitions. It runs 6-8 p.m., with awards being announced around 7. Cash bar available for the thirsty.

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PLAN YOUR TRIP

Ideas and resources to help plan your next real getaway in NW Illinois.