Roadside Attractions
By Lucy Kahn, Contributor
Just can't wait to get on the road again? With this list of roadside attractions in Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin and Michigan, we can't argue with you.
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Bill Shea's Gas Station Museum
2075 Peoria Rd, Springfield, IL
Stop by this gas-station turned museum on historic Route 66 to chat with Bill Shea, owner and operator since 1946. -
R-Place Family Eatery
21 Romines Dr, Morris, IL
For Midwest travelers with discerning palates, this truck stop boasts an impressive breadth of upscale fare and professional, friendly service. -
Hard Days Nite Bed & Breakfast
113 Mccann St, Benton, IL
Weary travelers and Beatle maniacs alike will delight in this quaint B&B, once the home of George Harrison's sister, Louise. -
Metropolis, IL
Metropolis, IL
Fill up your gas-tank with kryptonite in the self-proclaimed 'Hometown of Superman' and stop in to see the memorabilia collection at the Super Museum. -
Ron's Cajun Connection
897 East US Highway 6, Utica, IL
Make a stop at this Cajun eatery; devotees swear by Ron's good-old bayou classics like gumbo, jambalaya and shrimp etouffee. -
The Hippie Memorial
Oak Street, Arcola, IL
Peace, love and... Arcola, Ill.? Pay a visit to this Amish-oriented town for a glimpse at the world's only Hippie Memorial, a 62-foot long masterpiece.
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Lambert's Cafe
2305 E Malone Ave, Sikeston, MO
Stop at this Missouri eatery for homestyle cooking and a bit of mid-road trip exercise-- the establishment is famous for its "throwed rolls." -
ELVIS Is Alive Museum
SE I-70, Wright City, MO
The King lives on: Pull over and see for yourself at this museum, setup to prove that Elvis is alive and kicking.
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Chocolate Garden
2691 Friday Rd, Coloma, MI
The handmade, sumptuous chocolate truffles at this Michigan chocolatier are worth every last calorie.
