Central Illinois, IL
Travel Guide
![Champaign showing signage and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297659-Central-Illinois.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Bloomington](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297712-Central-Illinois.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Spurlock Museum featuring interior views and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297680-Central-Illinois.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Prospect Park Zoo which includes zoo animals, a pond and bird life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/252000/252455-Prospect-Park-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Prairie Aviation Museum showing aircraft and military items](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297716-Central-Illinois.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Central Illinois
Where to stay in Central Illinois
![Old State Capitol which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and an administrative buidling](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147731-Old-State-Capitol-Illinois.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield is popular for its interesting museums, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum or Old State Capitol.
![Champaign which includes street scenes as well as an individual femail](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/297000/297689-Central-Illinois.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, The Virginia Theatre and Orpheum Children's Science Museum are top sights worth seeing.
![Hessel Park showing a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/298000/298260-Hessel-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Clark
Clark might not have many top sights, but Hessel Park and The Virginia Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
![Berry berry berry good ... My favorite :)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/06ceaab9818b0b6319e3e6077b8c3c85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Campustown
Campustown might not have many top sights, but Alma Mater and Illini Union Rec Room are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
![Tasty Bison Chili Cheeseburger at Scotty’s.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0b980b5f43aadec6a58a60a22a4bb403.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Bolten Field
Bolten Field might not have many top sights, but Hessel Park and University of Illinois Assembly Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
![Cajun fries ... Yum yum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2b34ed1b7ee0209a471187fa1317efe3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
North Champaign
While visiting North Champaign, you might make a stop by sights like Marketplace and Bonyark Creek Trail.
![I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1897400/1897350/e3692b55_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 6 February 2025
![The Chateau Hotel and Conference Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6439100/6439076/1c2b1457_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 February 2025
![President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - DoubleTree by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5500/5491/3eaf07a0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 February 2025
![Yugo Guest Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89760700/89760681/5ab4b195_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 25 January 2025
![Pet Friendly A-Frame Cabin @ Dawson Lake/Moraine View State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31770000/31764200/31764189/31bab8bd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 January 2025
![The Schoolhouse Cabin - Hot Tub and Game Room!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68830000/68826700/68826696/32ba3d35_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 January 2025
Popular places to visit
![Cherry blossoms](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/651a3c19cbdbb671b4240b0e9e572844.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Walk around the campus of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a top college in Urbana. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Illinois State University
Explore the campus of Illinois State University, during your trip to Normal. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
![Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91929-Abraham-Lincoln-Presidential-Library-And-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Springfield. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
![Illinois State Capitol showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and an administrative buidling](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91927-Illinois-State-Capitol.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Illinois State Capitol
Illinois State Capitol is just one of the places to see in Springfield, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
![Springfield featuring heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/92000/92206-Lincoln-Home-National-Historic-Site.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Lincoln Home National Historic Site
You can browse the exhibits at Lincoln Home National Historic Site, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Springfield. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.
![Lincoln\'s Tomb showing a cemetery](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/92000/92122-Lincolns-Tomb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Lincoln's Tomb
You can find out about the history of Springfield with a visit to Lincoln's Tomb. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.