On behalf of the Illinois Office of Tourism, I look forward to welcoming you and your group to the Land of Lincoln! Whether you’re a repeat visitor or it’s your first time in Illinois, there’s always something new to discover.

As the Deputy Director of Tourism, I’m reminded daily that our state truly is the Middle of Everything. There’s something for everyone and so many incredible attractions for you and your group to experience. We have 64 State Parks, 7 Scenic Byways, 6 State Forests, three UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one National Forest all waiting to be explored. And that’s just the beginning!

Illinois rolled out the red carpet for more than 111 million visitors in 2022, with expenditures reaching $44 billion—an increase of $12 billion from 2021. A key industry for our great state, travelers generated a total economic impact of $78 billion in 2022 and supported 270,600 jobs. In the motorcoach industry, Illinois welcomes more than 4 million group tour visitors who generate over $3 billion in total economic impact each year.

We’re proud to showcase our many and varied offerings from all regions of the state. Chicago is a world-class city with award-winning restaurants, hotels, architecture, museums, and shopping, but the adventures don’t stop there. Illinois is also home to quaint small towns and unique communities, endless great outdoor experiences and scenic beauty, rich presidential history, classic Americana along historic Route 66, more than a hundred wineries and so much more.