Northern Illinois, IL

Travel Guide
Utica
Starved Rock State Park featuring forests
Northern Illinois which includes heritage architecture
Starved Rock State Park featuring interior views
Starved Rock State Park featuring forest scenes and a gorge or canyon

Where to stay in Northern Illinois

On certain cold winter days the bluebirds and waxwings will converge on certain juniper trees to feed on the small berries. On my days off I would drive around looking for the tree that appealed to the birds.

The Galena Territory

4.5/5(40 area reviews)

Though The Galena Territory might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Horseshoe Mound.

The Galena Territory
Galena which includes a city

Galena Historic District

Explore the "outdoor museum of the Victorian Midwest" with unique period architecture, art galleries, and various dining options. Don't miss the Ulysses S. Grant Home and Prospect Street mansions.

Galena Historic District
Downtown Dubuque which includes a river or creek and modern architecture as well as a large group of people

Downtown Dubuque

Downtown Dubuque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Five Flags Center and Fourth Street Elevator while you're in town.

Downtown Dubuque
Davenport which includes a city and a river or creek

Downtown Davenport

4/5(76 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Davenport, you might make a stop by sights like Rhythm City Casino and Adler Theatre.

Downtown Davenport
Rockford featuring a city and general coastal views

Downtown Rockford

While visiting Downtown Rockford, you might make a stop by sights like BMO Harris Bank Center and Coronado Performing Arts Center.

Downtown Rockford
Wyndham Moline on John Deere Commons
Wyndham Moline on John Deere Commons
3.5 out of 5
1415 River Dr, Moline, IL
The price is SAR 368 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
SAR 368
SAR 416 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Moline. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,087 reviews)
"Always clean"

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

Wyndham Moline on John Deere Commons
Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa
Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa
4 out of 5
11383 US Highway 20, Galena, IL
The price is SAR 316 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
SAR 316
SAR 351 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Galena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (544 reviews)
"Had a great time with family will stay there again!"

Reviewed on 11 January 2025

Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
3 out of 5
2643 IL-178, Utica, IL
The price is SAR 412 per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
SAR 412
SAR 471 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Utica. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (706 reviews)
"We took our 3 grandchildren ages 6, 8 and 10 to Chicago as a Christmas gift. We chose this resort because of the water park. They had a blast! We then drove to Shedd Aquarium for a day, which was a very doable drive, 1 1/2 hours and still had time for them to come back and swim. The life guards were ..."

Reviewed on 4 January 2025

Grand Bear Resort at Starved Rock
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Holiday Inn Club Vacations Fox River Resort at Sheridan, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Fox River Resort at Sheridan, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2558 N 3653 Road, Sheridan, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star golf aparthotel in Sheridan. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (475 reviews)
"Everything was great clean kitchen very equipped roo. Was nice an cozy peacefully cant wait to go back"

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Fox River Resort at Sheridan, an IHG Hotel
BIG 5BR/5.5BA all ensuite baths, Hot Tub, Screen Porch.
BIG 5BR/5.5BA all ensuite baths, Hot Tub, Screen Porch.
Galena
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Galena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
Family Getaway
"We really enjoyed our weekend stay at 7 Talisman Trace, Galena Territory. The 5 bedrooms with great beds, nice bedding & adjoining bathrooms made things so much easier & enjoyable! The house was stocked with everything we needed for family meals, game time and relaxing. We made use of the hot tub, ..."

Reviewed on 5 January 2025

BIG 5BR/5.5BA all ensuite baths, Hot Tub, Screen Porch.
Perfect Get away - private, updated home in The Galena Territory
Perfect Get away - private, updated home in The Galena Territory
Galena
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Galena. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pickleball courts, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
10/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Girls one night getaway!
"5 High School friends together for a night of chatting, food, drinks & shopping!We reminisced and had so much fun catching up! Shopping downtown Galena was the perfect Saturday!The Vrbo was just perfect for what we wanted and needed! Very clean and such a quiet location!"

Reviewed on 22 December 2024

Perfect Get away - private, updated home in The Galena Territory
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Popular places to visit

Starved Rock State Park showing forests

Starved Rock State Park

4.5/5(125 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Starved Rock State Park, a popular green space in Ottawa. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Starved Rock State Park
Matthiessen State Park featuring forests and a bridge

Matthiessen State Park

5/5(57 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Matthiessen State Park, a lovely green space in Oglesby. Discover the restaurants in this relaxing area, or seek out the hiking trails.

Matthiessen State Park
John Deere Pavilion

John Deere Pavilion

4.5/5(130 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in John Deere Pavilion in Moline. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

John Deere Pavilion
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium featuring interior views

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

4.5/5(126 reviews)

Make time to visit the sea animals who live in National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium during your trip to Dubuque. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
Anderson Japanese Gardens showing a waterfall and fall colors

Anderson Japanese Gardens

4.5/5(42 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Anderson Japanese Gardens, a lovely green space in Rockford. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Anderson Japanese Gardens

Northern Illinois University

4.5/5(63 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Northern Illinois University, during your travels in DeKalb. Experience the area's art scene and live music.

Northern Illinois University