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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.
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Whether you're planning a birthday celebration, bachelor/ette party, group outing, or just a weekend adventure, let Midwest Wine Tours handle all the coordination for you. Their services feature: *Half-day and full-day excursions to some of the region's best local gems *Roundtrip transportation and convenient pick-up & drop-off points 8Wine (or beer) tastings at three to four hand-picked stops, plus light snacks (half-day tours) or a full meal (full-day tours) *A local, knowledgeable guide who will manage every step of your trip
Midwest Wine Tours is a women-owned, boutique wine tour company based in the heart of Chicagoland, created by locals who are passionate about sharing the region they call home. Each stop on their tours is thoughtfully selected to highlight small, locally-owned wineries that take real pride in every bottle they pour. They take pride in helping you raise a glass without raising a finger!
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