Illinois Map

  • Places To Go
    Chicago

    Expansive, edgy, and often windy, the city of Chicago is not only one of America's largest cities but also boasts a dense concentration of cultural sights to match its size with summer lake-based activity thrown in to seal the deal.

    Explore travel information for Illinois cities, towns, parks, regions and more.

    Coverage for every state in the United States.

    Explore neighboring countries (and soon countries throughout the world).

  • Things To Do
    Things To Do

    Chicago is home to assorted world-class museums and many other cultural pursuits, but head to Lincoln to see historic sites associated with our former president.

    Learn More

    Introduction to all the things to do in Illinois.

    Searchable list of tour companies, guides and outfitters, rental companies and more.

    Full information on Tourist Attractions, Scenic Drives, Sightseeing Tours and easy vacation activities..

    Detailed information on active pursuits such as biking, hiking, golfing and much more.

  • Sleep + Eat
    Lodging and Hotels

    Use our easy Lodging Search to find exactly the type of accommodation you are looking for at the right price.

    Search Now

    Searchable listings of Illinois hotels, motels, resorts, bed & breakfast, and more.

    Searchable listings of Illinois RV parks and campgrounds.

  • Travel Planning

    Request Free Travel brochures from destinations throughout Illinois.

    Transportation companies, airports and interactive maps for Illinois.

    Travel and tourism books and maps for Illinois.

    Basic facts about Illinois, including a guide to every city and town in Illinois.

    Searchable lists of Illinois tourism offices and other helpful government agencies.

  • Photos + Videos
    Photo and Video Gallery

    Browse photos and videos from across the state, take a virtual tour, search for the imagery you want to see.

    View Now
  • Map It!

City and State Information for Illinois

Illinois Facts, Statistics, and State Symbols

State Flag

Illinois

"Prairie State"

Motto
State sovereignty, national union
Capitol
Springfield
Name Origin
Algonquin for “tribe of superior men”
Statehood Date
Dec. 3, 1818 (21st)
Cities in Illinois
 

NOTE: Not all cities are displayed. Please narrow your selection by using the search above.

Official Symbols

A state's official symbols represent the composition and culture of the land and people who live and have lived here. Below are the symbols of Illinois along with the year they became official.

Flower Violet (1908)
Tree White Oak (1973)
Bird Cardinal (1929)
Animal White-Tailed Deer (1982)
Fish Bluegill (1987)
Insect Monarch Butterfly (1975)
Song “Illinois” (1925)
Mineral Fluorite (1965)
Demographics
Population Density
223.4 people per square mile
Geography and Weather
Land Area
55,584 sq mi. (143,963 sq km)
Lowest Elevation
0 ft (0 m)
Average Elevation
600 ft (182.88 m)
Highest Temperature Recorded
117°F (47°C) on July 14, 1954
Lowest Temperature Recorded
–36°F (–38°C) on January 5, 1999

Email Page Link

Complete the form below to email this page to a friend or family member's email. You can send yourself an email as well. Your email and your recipient's email will NOT be shared with anyone. See our full Privacy Policy for details.
:
:
:
 
 
 
:
Copy Yourself on the Email Yes No
:
: